The Speaking Window is an often misunderstood and misapplied technique/skill by KDF practitioners. The name alone sounds confusing but after nearly 25 years of studying and applying KDF concepts, Jeremy believes this is the keystone of KDF and the 5 Words. Binding, feeling, the Vor are all covered in this class and are vitally important to Sprechfenster.
This class runs for 90 minutes and is scaffolded for skill building. Over the 90 minutes we will build skills but also show you tools to help develop the skills on your own in order to improve your KDF concepts and overall fencing. The Keystone of Sprechfenster does not just apply to Longsword, but can be used with all bladed weapons and is useful no matter what your primary master or weapon of choice might be.
90 min class. 30-60 min guided sparring after. Breaks after each section.
Fun warmups for 15 min
Lecture and Discussion about Sprechfenster (20-30 min)
Stage based scaffolding for skill development. (45-60 min)
Stage 1. Entering the bind with intent.
Stage 2. Fuhlen (feeling) in the bind.
Stage 3. Fuhlen skill building. Blind Fuhlen
Stage 4. Basic Actions in response to binding and Fuhlen
Stage 5. Advanced Actions in response to binding and Fuhlen
30-60 min Guided Sparring with Jeremy and Staff.
Using these skills and highlighting instances of correct action and safety with the new skills.
Advanced usage with the more advanced students.
Freeplay as desired, but not required.
What do you need?
Longsword is preferred, but any long bladed weapon will work.
Fencing Mask
Gloves that work well for feeling. (clamshells or heavy gloves are fine, but lighter gloves are preferred)
Fencing jacket if you plan on doing sparring.
Who is this for?
All skill levels! We frequently work this class with newer students and advanced students. Everyone gets a lot out of it and it’s the School favorite.