Fencing 3

Subject guarantor:

Karel BASÁK, Petr PACHL

Name of lecturer(s):

Karel BASÁK, Petr PACHL

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

To learn the basics of fencing with a view to theatre practice.

Mode of study:

Regular weekly instruction

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

No requirements.

Recommended optional programme components:

No elective requirements.

Course contents:

In the second part of advanced stage fencing, specific fights with various types of weapons are rehearsed. With stage fighting it is necessary to follow rehearsed actions, based on coordinated movements. Emphasis is given to practicing movements on stage, not only during fights, but also to create a fighting atmosphere, so the audience is drawn into the story of the play.

Recommended or required reading:

Plch, Pavel. Historický šerm. SPN Praha, 1981

Plch, Pavel. Scénický boj, šerm kordem. SPN Praha, 1989

Plch, Pavel. Historický šerm, šerm mečem.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

exercises

Assessment methods and criteria:

Credit based on attendance.

Course web page:

http://www.amu.cz/novinky/amu/organizacni-struktura/katedra-telesne-vychovy

Note:

Schedule for winter semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans: