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Arte Violenta

Exploring Movement Through Play

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We’re one of New York City’s top stage combat training programs, where high-level technique meets an inclusive, welcoming environment. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned performer, you’ll train hard, have fun, and grow alongside a supportive community that’s as passionate about the craft as you are.

Upcoming Classes

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Sticks, Spears, & Shields

Monday Nights: June 1 - Aug 3

Basic/Open

Keep calm, and carry a big stick! Join us in the sky yard to explore a variety of techniques and weapon combinations - including quarterstaff, spear, and shield.

Instructor: Melanie Liebetrau

Performance Readiness Workshop

Tuesday Nights: July 7 - Aug 4

Intermediate - prerequisites listed on booking page

You've gained the skills, now it's time to get the reps. This course will focus on learning choreography, adapting for the performer, and getting it ready for performance all in the same session. A different fight, partner, and discipline, genre, or aesthetic each week.

Instructor: Sean Michael Chin

Whip Intensive

Tuesday Nights: Aug 11 - Sept 8

Basic/Open

 

Learn to CRACK with the best of 'em! This intensive course explores basic whip techniques and helps you (ring)master them.

Instructor: David Dean Hastings

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Advanced Smallsword

Tuesday Nights: June 2 - 30

Advanced - prerequisites listed on booking page

 

En garde, en Français! Or in Italian, whatever sharpens your sword. This five week intensive will challenge you to improve your skillset with a deep dive into pointwork, footwork, and advanced technique. 

Instructors: Jacqueline Holloway & Laine Flores

Basic Single Sword

Thursday Nights: July 9 - Aug 6

Basic/Open

Who wants to be a buccaneer? This class will serve as an introduction to the art of Hollywood swashbuckling. Whether you've never held a sword before or want to brush up on your basics, this one's for you!

Instructor: Laine Flores

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Village Community School, 272 W 10th St, New York, NY 10014
 

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