Rapier Alone Fundamentals

Note: These sessions teach definitions of basic movements, not combat. Do not confuse the two.

Thrust on the firm foot mechanics:

1. Deploy the arm
2. Shift forward
3. Shift backward
4. Withdraw the arm

Thrust mechanics at a slightly wider distance:

1. Deploy the arm
2. Shift forward
3. Kick the front foot forward to lunge
4. Recover the front foot
5. Shift backwards
6. Withdraw the arm

Thrust mechanics at a much wider distance:

1. Deploy the arm
2. Shift forward
3. Pass forward and to the side with the rear foot
4. Continue walking through