University of Atlantia

I'll be using my professional experience to do a broad mobility assessment and show some principles and techniques for increasing mobility and thus injury prevention. Please dress in active wear and be prepared to move!! Suggested tools - Yoga mat or something similar for floor cushion, foam destabilizing block, Foam roller, lacrosse ball

Conducting ethical research and documentation for the arts and sciences in the SCA need not be difficult. This class will walk attendees through research methods, style guides, and producing documentation with a focus on ethical sourcing. After completing the class, students should have a grasp of how to research projects on their own and create comprehensive documentation for education and competition.

Provide students an understanding of the Kingdom of Atlantia's Target Archery Program, according to SCA Society guidelines and The Kingdom of Atlantia rules and regulations. The class is designed to give marshals, training marshals and archers to safely teach archery and inspect equipment to be used safely in the SCA.

This is a condensed introduction to constructing wooden arrows for use in SCA target shoots. Topics covered will include calculating spine and arrow length, equipment and supplies needed, and methods of arrow construction, including sealing and cresting shafts, cutting arrows to size, and applying nocks, tips, and fletching. The class will include a hands-on component, with four dozen loaner arrows in various stages of construction available for students to crest, cut to size, fletch, and apply tips to. If students have their bows and time allows, ideal arrow spine and length can be calculated for individual students.

This class will explore the fundamental body mechanics of spear fighting, followed by practical application in melee scenarios. This class will be going over a variety of drills(no live sparring). Limited loaner spears will be provided. Please Bring Your Own Spear if available.

This class will present several approaches to documentation. We will review examples from multiple disciplines and at varying depths. While there is not a 'one true way' when it comes to documentation; students will leave this class with a clear idea of expectations for how documentation is reviewed and assessed. Furthermore, students will be provided with tools and techniques to prepare them to create their own in-depth presentations.

How to build Combat Archery arrows or bolts with the Northstar Kits.

The Ins and Outs. How to choose one, and how to manage it. For students age 10 and older.

Unlike real life, in the SCA you can choose your own name! And unlike real life, where there can be many people named John Smith or Mary Jones, your registered SCA name will be unique to you. There are a few rules to follow, but they will be explained. If you've been using an SCA name that no longer fits you, find out how to change it with as few tears as possible.

A great deal of research has been done in recent years about English War Arrows thanks to the artifacts gathered from the Mary Rose. This class will cover the particulars on construction of period English war arrows and how they differ from arrows for other purposes. This will include points, profiles of shafts and materials used on original arrows as well as information from chemical analysis of surviving arrows.

This class explores the tactical approaches in controlling the fight against your opponent by introducing and exploring the Northern Italianate Fencing concepts of Finds and Gains. Finds and Gains are fundamental components of blade mechanics for controlling your opponents actions, optimizing your defense while forcing your opponent into obedience. For this class, the concepts of finding and gaining your opponents' weapon through the lens of manipulating your opponent will be explored through discussion and drill work. The class will start by describing what finds are and their differences with gains, then explore how to properly establish finds against the opponents' blade, then ways to transition from a find into a gain ultimately leading to a technically sound and safe attack through the opponents' defense. This class is primarily intended for the general intermediate fencer, but novice fencers and experienced intermediate fencers will certainly benefit from this course. Additionally, while these concepts are applicable regardless of preferred weapon forms, the discussion will focus solely with single rapier in mind. Students will need to supply their own heavy rapier, a fencing mask and gorget.

You just got word that your heraldry has passed! Learn the difference between a device and a badge, some of their uses, and ways to display them for maximum awesomeness. Includes examples of display from the Current Middle Ages, as well as discussion of period practice. This is an all-ages welcome class.

This class will encompass the administration, safety and logistics for running target archery at an event. We will cover how to design an archery contest, setting up an archery range, assembling a team, scoring as well as set up and breakdown.

Reporting the events of a Royal or Baronial Court is very important. Usually we Heralds merely fill out the computerized form provided and that's it. HOWEVER, how does the populace know what happened in Court(s), at an event they did not attend. In this class you will learn two ways (at least) to inform the people of Barony or Kingdom. It's fun, it's easy and it will expand your imagination...bring a Thesaurus if you have one!

How to improve your equipment and technique to increase your distance. For students age 10 and above.

An introduction to Viking and Iron Age Arrows. This class will cover what makes an arrow a "Viking" arrow, what materials they used and what distinguishes a Viking Age arrow from later period military and civilian arrows.