“Discover the Sword”
Trovare di Spada is a traditional Italian sala di arma (fencing room) in Saint Louis, Missouri. Our focus is upon the Italian dueling weapons of the 18th and 19th century, the spada (sword) and the sciabola (sabre). Preliminary training at TDS follows a course similar to that detailed in Maestro Gaugler’s text, The Science of Fencing (which we recommend all students purchase), as well as the curriculum developed by the CFS over the last 13 years. Ongoing training focuses on practical combat and additional weapons. TDS is a member sala di arma of the Classical Fencing Society.
Sessions
- Monday nights: sala open from 7:15pm to 11pm. Main lessons (beginner and intermediate) from 7:30 to 9pm.
- Wednesday nights: sala open from 7:15pm to 11pm. Main lessons (beginner and intermediate) from 7:30 to 9pm.
- Saturday mornings: sala open from 9:00am to 11am.
Fees
- Preliminary Course for new students (all inclusive, all sessions) = $70 per month ($30 for university students)
- Regular membership (all inclusive, all sessions) = $50 per month ($30 for university students)
- Floor fees are $12 per night for non-members
- Family discounts are available as are scholarships – please speak with the Director
Personnel
- Director & Head Instructor, David Achilleus
- Adjutant, Patrick Capstick
- Instructor, Ryan Mank
- Instructor, Lenard Voelker
- Armorer, Steven Clifton
Location
6419 Clemens Avenue, University City, Missouri
Trovare di Spada is currently at home in the schoolhouse gymnasium of All Saints Parish, just a few blocks North of the Delmar Loop. Please enter through the front doors and take the stairs to the third floor. Upon entering the sala di arma please find an available seat to the right or left of the doors and a member will take care of you.
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