


Rapier & Dagger: Skills Building
Join us at Newman’s Castle for a focused, hands-on continuing education class exploring the fundamentals, tactics, and practical execution of dagger plays in the context of historical fencing. Led by Maestro Francesco Loda, this 90-minute session dives into the universal principles that support effective use of the dagger in conjunction with the rapier, offering valuable insights for fencers of any tradition or background. Whether you’re refining your skills or expanding your tactical understanding, this class will sharpen your approach to fencing with two weapons.
Location: Newman’s Castle
Date: Friday, November 2, 2025
Time: TBD (classes will begin at 1:00 PM)
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Head Instructor: Maestro Francesco Loda
All class attendees must purchase a Fencing Student/Competitor Pass.
Join us at Newman’s Castle for a focused, hands-on continuing education class exploring the fundamentals, tactics, and practical execution of dagger plays in the context of historical fencing. Led by Maestro Francesco Loda, this 90-minute session dives into the universal principles that support effective use of the dagger in conjunction with the rapier, offering valuable insights for fencers of any tradition or background. Whether you’re refining your skills or expanding your tactical understanding, this class will sharpen your approach to fencing with two weapons.
Location: Newman’s Castle
Date: Friday, November 2, 2025
Time: TBD (classes will begin at 1:00 PM)
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Head Instructor: Maestro Francesco Loda
All class attendees must purchase a Fencing Student/Competitor Pass.
Join us at Newman’s Castle for a focused, hands-on continuing education class exploring the fundamentals, tactics, and practical execution of dagger plays in the context of historical fencing. Led by Maestro Francesco Loda, this 90-minute session dives into the universal principles that support effective use of the dagger in conjunction with the rapier, offering valuable insights for fencers of any tradition or background. Whether you’re refining your skills or expanding your tactical understanding, this class will sharpen your approach to fencing with two weapons.
Location: Newman’s Castle
Date: Friday, November 2, 2025
Time: TBD (classes will begin at 1:00 PM)
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Head Instructor: Maestro Francesco Loda
All class attendees must purchase a Fencing Student/Competitor Pass.