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One of the proudest names in martial arts. James Figg.
For those not in know Figg was an expert swordsman, stick-fighter and pugilist. He is widely considered the first heavy-weight boxing champion - at a time when bouts were fought without gloves and much in the way of rules. In the early 18th century Figg fought all comers with the broadsword, with his famous...
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Book now at
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One of the proudest names in martial arts. James Figg.
For those not in know Figg was an expert swordsman, stick-fighter and pugilist. He is widely considered the first heavy-weight boxing champion - at a time when bouts were fought without gloves and much in the way of rules. In the early 18th century Figg fought all comers with the broadsword, with his famous motto:
“Here I am. Jemmy Figg from Thame.
I will fight any man in England”
This event brings together 3 of the leading instructors in Europe’s fighting arts for a very special one day seminar. Learn the traditional English arts of the broadsword, smallsword and pugilism. Tickets are £55 - although if you train with one of the instructors below they will be able to offer a significant discount! Go to
www.hemastuff.com to sign-up.
The instructors are renowned as the best in their field. This is a training day not to be missed!
Martin Austwick (English Martial Arts Academy) - Pugilism
Matt Easton (Schola Gladiatoria) - Broadsword/Sabre
Dr. Milo Thurston (Linacre School of Defence) - Smallsword
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