Salle d'Armes Class10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Have you ever wondered what it is like to wield the knightly longsword or the musketeer's deadly rapier? At the Higgins Academy of the Sword you will receive expert instruction in rapier, longsword, and dueling sabre, as well as the classical forms of modern fencing weapons. We invite you to join a growing community of men and women exploring the art, science, and spirit of the sword in a safe, progressive system of instruction. Build overall fitness and coordination as you learn living swordplay traditions handed down from the days when a person's life might depend on their skill with a blade.
Class meets every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6:30 to 8:00 and Saturday mornings from 10:30 to noon. Monthly tuition rate of $100 applies. Individual classes are $20 each. The class is open to age 16 and up. No equipment is required.
To enroll, please contact Heather Feland at (508) 853-6015 or higgins@higgins.org.
COST:
Monthly tuition rate of $100 applies. Individual classes are $20 each.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED:
Yes
CATEGORY:
Swordplay Classes
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Celtic Warrior Arms and Armor Show 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Who were the Celts? Did they really paint themselves blue? What is a "carnyx"? Attend this exciting and interactive presentation to learn the answers and to also learn how the ancient Celtic Warrior fought.
COST:
Free with Museum Admission
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED:
No
CATEGORY:
All Ages
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Viking Combat Class Begins1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Were your Viking raids unsuccessful last summer? Were you frozen out by the Frost Giants in your last battle? Do you need ot improve your Viking combat skills? If so, join us as we learn to fight like some of medieval Europe's most fearsome warriors: the Vikings.
No experience or equipment necessary. Participants must be 15 years or older; younger students only with instructor permission. Cost: $150 for non-members, $120 for members. Pre-registration required. For questions or to register, please contact Heather Feland at (508) 853-6015, ext 23, or hfeland@higgins.org.
COST:
$150 ($120 for Museum Members)
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED:
Yes
CATEGORY:
Swordplay Classes
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Boudica2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Come learn about Queen Boudica of the ancient Celts; one of the great forgotten women of history! Hear the story of how this one woman raised an army to fight against the tyranny of Roman in Britain during the 1st century CE.
COST:
Free with Museum Admission
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED:
No
CATEGORY:
All Ages
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