Bolognese sidesword fencing lesson (HEMA) - Varying Guards, the first play

[@jasonjames9836]

Very nice and clean in explanation and execution.

[@Instructoreskoronimus]

Very glad you like it, sir! Feel free to ask any questions about it.

[@JeremyRoyaux]

great video !

[@Instructoreskoronimus]

Big thanks, sir! Really glad you like it. Feel free to send any questions about it.

[@KalteGeist]

Do you have any advice for not parrying too high when you are significantly shorter than your opponent?

[@Instructoreskoronimus]

As in most cases, I believe the solution is the distancing. The closer you get to your opponent, the higher you will have to raise your hand to parry, which exposes your lower parts and most significantly, takes the tip of your blade out of presence. If you manage to stay further away so that your tip is threatening your opponent and you don't over extend your defense, you will be better off. That said, the unfortunate fact is that, at least in some regards, a smaller person is very often in disadvantage against a bigger one. The best solution is to stay away from the disadvantage, which is of course easier said than done! But totally doable. If you want, you could send me a video of the specific situation or situations that you are having troubles with and I could see if I can give you more detailed advice. You can find my contact details from my Facebook page or from my clubs website at www.tampereschoolofarms.com.