Textile workers fencing with swords. Historical fencing. Coach - Ivan Vasiliev

A form of ancient martial arts with edged weapons, which are recreated based on historical sources - texts, images and oral traditions. In other words, historical fencing is an attempt to revive martial arts, the traditions of which have not been preserved to this day. Basically, the term "historical fencing" refers to the types of edged weapons that existed before the rise of the three classical sporting blades - the rapier, épée and saber. IN last years, as a result of the enormous interest in martial arts and historical heritage, many individuals and organizations are trying to recreate ancient martial arts.

Historical fencing in Paladin.

Our hall is named after the famous fencing club “Paladin”, which has existed for more than 10 years. At the beginning of 2002, a number of fighters separated from him and organized their own club called “Bayard”, which soon became generally recognized the best club Russia, Europe and the CIS on the tournament component of historical fencing. From year to year, the fighters of this club win almost all the tournaments in which they participate. Moreover, almost all Bayard participants work as trainers at FFC Paladin. Thus, FFC Paladin has the strongest coaching school in this sport in the world, which we are very proud of.

Classes are held in the hall

Coach - Ivan Vasiliev

Experience in historical fencing - since 1999. Multiple winner and prize-winner of various regional, Russian and international tournaments in HMB (both in duels and in group battles). Two-time winner of the Battle of the Nations tournament. One of the authors of the concept of professional full-contact medieval battles (“professional fights”) - one of the most spectacular and tough types of historical fencing. Won many victories professional ring. One of the founders of the Bayard Club. Has an official higher education diploma sports education. Coaching experience in historical fencing - since 2003.

Coach - Mikhail Babynin

An excellent fighter and coach, he knows more about the theory of fencing than others, the author of the “two strikes” concept, a participant in the “Battle of the Nations” and various tournaments, writes a bestseller about historical fencing. Sports background – sports fencing.

general information:

• The Blade and Vine club teaches historical fencing - fencing with bladed weapons that have analogues in the past. Training is divided into several areas: fitness fencing, historical fencing (including the history of costume), cutting targets.
• Our club unites areas of comprehensive reconstruction, which means full immersion in the era (VII-XII and XVII centuries). As a bonus - training in horse riding, archery and maritime affairs on field trips (participants choose their own region).
• Since 2018, we began studying the traditions of historical European martial arts (HEMA).
• We are members of the Sports Sword Federation. We conduct classes for children using soft weapons.
• Clothes for training in the gym - sportswear. At club trips - according to the era for which the trip is organized.

• Classic fencing with one weapon.
• Sword and daga.
• Sword and shield.
• Ax and shield.
• Spear/brodex.
• Sword/saber.
• Long sword.
• Dueling fencing.
• Teamwork (threes, fives).

Club City: Moscow.

Year of foundation: 2010.

Supervisor: Pavlyukova Ekaterina Dmitrievna.

Instructional staff: Alexey Pavlyukov (since 2009), Alexander Kamshilin (since 2008), Ekaterina Pavlyukova (since 2009).

• Annual festival of historical reconstruction of the early Middle Ages “Varangian Sails”: boat battles, maritime training, participation in the reconstruction of the Baltic rite “Creation of the World” (2015−2018).
• Annual inter-epoch festival of historical reconstruction “Helga”: combat program, organization of throwing ranges and trade, judging (2014−2018).
• Historical fencing tournaments “Holmgang” (2016).
• Tournaments for cutting on replicas of bladed weapons “Singing Blade” (2016−2017).
• Annual festival of historical reconstruction of the early Middle Ages “Bogatyr Power”: judging, organization of a tournament within the framework of the festival (2013, 2015−2016).
• Annual festival of historical reconstruction “Gnezdovo”: organization of throwing ranges, organization and conduct of master classes, judging (2013−2016).
• Annual festival of historical reconstruction “Primordial Rus'”: organization and holding of a tournament within the framework of the festival, judging (2016).
• Annual festival of historical reconstruction “Epic Coast”: demonstration performances and cutting master classes, organization of throwing ranges (knives, axes, poles), judging, boat team (2015−2016).
• Annual festival of historical reconstruction "Rusborg": demonstration performances with an equestrian program (2016).
• International exhibition “Blade - traditions and modernity”, “Blade on the Neva”, knife exhibitions in Moscow and St. Petersburg: demonstration performances in fencing and chopping, cutting master classes, (2016−2019).
• Annual international exhibition “Equestrian Russia” in the sports complex “Bitsa”: demonstration equestrian program (2016).
• Closed Cavalry competitions of the KSK “Atamanets” (2015).

Don't go on the attack! Don't go back! Don't take protection! Don't do a counterattack! Don't fail! Don't put your hand straight!
- What should we do?
- Fence!

Additional Information

• The former name of the club: SKIR "Khoroyar".
• For fencing, we use large-sized (not sharpened) copies of historical weapons. Fencing techniques are reconstructed from historical manuscripts and fencing records. Fencing takes place in analogues of historical costumes with mandatory compliance with the fencer’s weapon.
• Our club took part in the filming of fencing scenes for videos of music groups: Imperial Age (participation), Rarog “Trouble” (participation and production), Kalevala “Arrived” (participation and production of fencing scenes).

• Club workshop and interview with candidates: st. Olkhovskaya, 14, building 4, room 13 M (metro station Baumanskaya / m. Krasnoselskaya).
• Training room address: st. Nizhnyaya Krasnoselskaya, 35, building K (metro station Baumanskaya / m. Krasnoselskaya).
• To sign up for your first training session, fill out the form in the VKontakte group: “

Despite the fact that fencing lessons have not been a mandatory element of education for a very long time, this sport is still popular among the younger generation. After all, in addition to all the other advantages, fencing allows children to feel like musketeers, medieval knights, or even movie stars.

How is fencing beneficial for children? It develops coordination, because during classes lunges are practiced, children are taught to avoid blows and move easily and quickly. During fencing lessons, the muscle corset. Fencing forces all muscle groups to work and is a good cardio workout. Children learn a sense of distance, so fencing classes are also an excellent basis for other activities, for example, other types of martial arts or shooting. At the same time, children's fencing is much less dangerous than other types of martial arts. The injuries mostly involve minor bumps and bruises. Fencing teaches children to think. Fencers are sometimes called “chess players with muscles,” because this sport develops intelligence, teaches children to think about their every action, and teaches tactical thinking. Moreover, in fencing classes, decisions must be made quickly, otherwise a faster and more skillful opponent will defeat you. There is probably no need to explain how the ability to quickly accept right decisions will be useful to the child in the future.

By practicing sword fencing, a child will feel confident and his self-esteem will rise. In addition, the young fencer will also feel his uniqueness. After all, despite the fact that this is very interesting, exciting and popular view sports, parents are much more likely to send their children to more common sections - swimming, gymnastics, and regular types of wrestling.

4-6 years old is the most suitable age to enroll a child in the fencing section. It is at this age that the child begins to think tactically and learns to react quickly.

Do you want your child to become dexterous, strong, brave and smart? Bring him to us, to the 18 Fit Club, to the children's epee fencing section! Our trainers are professionals in their field, masters of sports, champions of Russia and Europe.

Our club is located in the Southern Administrative District of Moscow, near the Nagatinskaya, Kolomenskaya, Varshavskaya metro stations. Bring your kids to us, and soon you will have another reason to be proud of your children!

Children's epee fencing section

Bring your child to our epee fencing section! These activities are incredibly beneficial for children. By practicing fencing with swords, a child will strengthen his muscle corset, he will learn to calculate his steps forward and quickly make the right decisions. In addition, it is a very creative sport that develops creative thinking in children.

Our coaches are champions and prize-winners of various competitions, including Russia and Europe, and have been working successfully with children for a long time. We are waiting for children over 4 years old.

Our club is located in Moscow, near the Nagatinskaya and Kolomenskaya metro stations.