Hello,

Redwood Rapier Camp
June 17th - 23rd, 2007

The Martinez Academy of Arms and the Humboldt State University
Fencing Club are proud to announce the fifth year of the world’s only
week long camp for serious students of historical rapier fencing! As
always, this camp will serve as an introduction to the art for those
with no previous fencing experience, in a safe and friendly learning
environment. Anyone wanting a solid foundation for the study and
practice of this demanding art should not miss this unique opportunity.

This camp also remains the best opportunity for experienced rapier
fencers to hone their skills and improve their understanding of the
concepts, techniques, tactics and theory of either the Italian or
Spanish systems of 17th century rapier fencing. Any experienced
student or instructor of rapier fencing cannot afford to miss this
week of intensive training.

From June 17th through the 23rd, Maestro Ramon Martinez
and Maestro Jeannette Acosta Martinez will teach participants in
amongst the Victorian architecture of the little town of Arcata
situated in the redwood forests of Northern California. There will be
hands-on training from Monday through Friday, plus lectures and
question-and-answer sessions after dinner each evening. Participants
will attend lectures on a number of topics related to rapier fencing,
including:
* Fundamental fencing concepts and terminology
* Application of theory to the weapons combination of
rapier and dagger
* Characteristics of the rapier, and how to identify a
properly constructed weapon
* Tactics and the psychology of combat
* The strategy of facing fencers practicing other styles

Two levels of instruction will be running concurrently.
Martinez Academy of Arms Instructors Antone Blair and Jared Kirby
will be teaching Level I. Level I will serve as an introduction to
the art for those with little or no previous fencing experience.
Level II will be tailored to experienced rapier fencer. The focus of
this years training will be rapier and dagger.
We are once again offering an optional sixth day of training tips
and reinforcement of fundamental concepts.

Early registration includes a discount on the price but you must
register by April 17th. Class size is limited, so be sure to register
early! For more information on costs, housing, travel and
registration please go to: http://www.martinez-destreza.com/redwood2007/

All inquiries should be directed to Antone Blair:
sildar1@... or (707) 826-0573


Sincerely,



Maestro Jeannette Acosta-Martinez
Martinez Academy of Arms
www.martinez-desteza.com