The Art of the Bâton Workshop

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Date & Time: Saturday, March 20, 2010
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Suggested Audiences: High School, College, Adult
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Higgins Armory Museum
100 Barber Avenue
Worcester, MA 01606-2444
Cost: $20 per person
Description: Come learn the living descendant of the knightly longsword at the Higgins Armory Museum! Dr. Ken Mondschein, moniteur d'armes, will instruct a one-day class in this unique European martial art, based on traditional martial arts systems from France and Italy. Topics will include manipulating the weapon, footwork, fencing theory as applied to the baton, attack/defense drills, and the advanced artistic acrobatics that make baton such an exciting spectacle.

Class is open to age 16 and up. Space is limited, reservations are recommended. For inquires and reservations contact Rhonda Houle at (508) 853-6015, ext 20.
More Information: E-mail: higgins@higgins.org
Phone: 508-853-6015x20
Entered by: Higgins Armory Museum

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Created: February 22, 2010 at 4:05 PM

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