The German School of Fencing

The German School of Fencing is a comprehensive historical martial art emphasizing precise techniques, timing, and strategic combat. It originated in the medieval and Renaissance periods, focusing on swordsmanship but also covering unarmed combat and weapons like daggers and staff. Practitioners study detailed manuals, such as those by Johannes Liechtenauer, to understand stance, footwork, and attack and defense methods. Today, it is practiced both as historical study and martial art, aiming to revive and preserve the fighting principles of 15th-16th century Germany through scholarly research and controlled practice.