Fall Session
Fall Session
Overview
Music and Motion with Swords
Fall 2026 Monday Night
October 5th to December 7th 2026
Music and Motion with Swords is an engaging course that blends rhythm, movement, and sword artistry. Using music as the foundation, students will explore how timing, flow, and expression enhance their sword flourishing and performance. Each session combines choreography, coordination, and creativity—transforming fencing-inspired movements into a graceful, musical experience. This class develops rhythm, control, and confidence while celebrating the beauty of motion with swords.
Session Outline
Wk. 1 - Fencing with the Sword
What “Fencing” is, and its context.
Wk.2 - Fencing with our Bodies
What “Range & Proportion” is, and its context.
Wk. 3 - Identifying the Threat.
What are “threatening attacks” and… …what aren’t.
Wk. 4 - Fencing with the Épée
What are the rules of Épée, and why are they the rules.
Wk. 5 - Fencing with the Foil
What are the rules of Foil, and why are they the rules.
Wk. 6 - Fencing with the Saber
What are the rules of Saber, and why are they the rules.
Wk. 7 - Contrasting the 3 Olympic Weapons
Fencing all three weapons.
Wk. 8 - Mock Chivalry Cup
Fencing for Fun, and Community.
Wk. 9 - Open Fencing
SCHEDULE
Monday, Oct 5th
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Oct 12th
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Oct 19th
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Oct 26th
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Nov 2nd
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Nov 9th
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Nov 16th
from 6:30 to 8:30Holiday - NO Fencing
Monday, Nov 19th
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Nov 30th
from 6:30 to 8:30Monday, Dec 7th
from 6:30 to 8:30
If Gull Lake Community School is closed due to a snow day, the fencing will be canceled. We will add a session to the end of the course.
All participants will need to complete a new waiver for the 2026 year. A parent or guardian must complete a waiver for any youth.
Full Course $90
Single Session $12
Single Family Session $24
Full Course $180