Classes:
All classes will be set around instructor and student schedules.
Basic Theatrical Combat (16 wks)
Pre-requisite: None
Get Ready to Rumble – An exploration of unarmed techniques used on stage, this class will teach you the basics you need to stay safe in almost any play you are cast in – and help make you look cool in the process! This class is a must for would-be stage combatants. Open to all skill levels.
$200/course or $60 every four wks
Basic Theatrical Weapon Combat (20 wks)
Pre-requisite: BTC
Slinging Steel – Harness your inner swashbuckler and embrace your inner street thug with a course in handling cold steel. This class explains the important safety requirements for weapons work on stage. If you want to do weapons work in theater, check this out. Open to all skill levels.
$300/course or $60 for 4 wks
Intermediate Theatrical Combat (12 wks)
Pre-requisite: BTC
Acting the Fight – What makes an exciting fight? Learn some of the tricks to have them clamoring for more. This course will delve into the martial aspects of stage violence along with how those translate into theatrical situations. Open to intermediate skill levels and above.
$150/course or $60 for 4 wks
Intermediate Theatrical Weapon Combat (36 wks)
Pre-requisite: BTC, Basic Weapon, ITC
Play Time – An exploration into more advanced weapons systems, with an emphasis on precision, timing, and dramatic structure. This class will work in-depth with five different weapon systems and will culminate in a performance before a live audience. Open to intermediate skill levels and above.
$450/course or $60 for 4 wks
Advanced Theatrical Combat (36 wks)
Pre-requisite: BTC, Basic Weapon, ITC, Intermediate Weapon
Study Time – An advanced look into the martial theory behind stage combat. Exploring the “why” through the study of historical treatises, guest lectures, and in-class physical discovery. Beginning student choreographing under the guidance of the instructor will be examined. This class will culminate in a performance before a live audience. Open to advanced skill levels only.
$450/course or $60 for 4 wks
Advanced Theatrical Weapons Combat (16 wks)
Pre-requisite: BTC, Basic Weapon, ITC, Intermediate Weapon, ATC
Play Time II – An exploration into unusual weapons and their unique requirements for stage. Additional student choreography exploration will be encouraged. This class will culminate in a performance before a live audience. Open to advanced skill levels only.
$200/course or $60 for month
Additional Offered Classes:
Individual Weapon Classes –
Open to all skill levels. $150/9 wks, min 10 students
- Knife
- Single Sword
- Rapier and Dagger
- Smallsword
- Longsword
- Quarterstaff
- Tomahawk and Knife
Fighting for Film –
Open to all skill levels.
2 day Master-class. $150 for 12 hours of training and an opportunity to record choreo for a reel. Additional fee for recording and editing a final composition.