The 3 Solo Drills Every Longsword Fencer Needs - HEMA Explained
In this video I’m breaking down 3 solo drills for HEMA longsword that helped me make my core cuts cleaner, faster, and more controlled—perfect if you can’t train every day but still want steady progress. You’ll work on edge alignment & grip mechanics, Zwerchhau/Schielhau transitions, and a simple flow drill for Parry (Parierposten), feints, and timing—all directly useful for sparring and tournament prep. ✅ Who is this for? Beginner to intermediate Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) practitioners who want stronger fundamentals and cutting mechanics. Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 Why solo drills matter 00:22 Drill 1: 01:32 Drill 2: 02:44 Drill 3:
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