an unlucky beginner

[Paolo_Troiani]

hi to all
i've known about WMA or HEMA or..... 1 year ago.My curiosity grew up as i read more Historical Manuals,so i've tried to find some near gyms or groups who teach it (even to spar with a XVII thought i'm not a rapier guy ) but in my zone the popularity of the HEMA still have to rise , then I want you to suggest something to do alone,actually i'm 17 and have no money for myself even for a waster (but i have a wooden broomstick )

[Sal Bertucci]

Do basic cutting drills and lots of good footwork. Practice them over and Over and OVER again. Get a Job to buy some decent equipment.

[CalebChow]

If you can't dedicate the time for a real job with school, keep an eye out for notice boards that might offer payments for small jobs.

I bought my waster from doing psychology and fitness studies for my school; earned me a few hundred dollars on my spare time without having to dedicate a rigid schedule.

Doesn't earn as much as even a part time job, but again, it's the time commitment advantage.

[Paolo_Troiani]

Do basic cutting drills and lots of good footwork. Practice them over and Over and OVER again. Get a Job to buy some decent equipment.

yea I know this, but where i can find something about drills?

If you can't dedicate the time for a real job with school, keep an eye out for notice boards that might offer payments for small jobs.

I bought my waster from doing psychology and fitness studies for my school; earned me a few hundred dollars on my spare time without having to dedicate a rigid schedule.

Doesn't earn as much as even a part time job, but again, it's the time commitment advantage.

I thought about that, I think that only when i'll go to the university I will have a true sword but i'm trying

[Sal Bertucci]

In the ARMA members area we have several basic drills that will help you improve, if followed correctly.

[Paolo_Troiani]

In the ARMA members area we have several basic drills that will help you improve, if followed correctly.

i know i can be a bit a pain....
but are you mentioning the historical manuals section or another one? can you post a link please,thanks in advance

[Sal Bertucci]

Hey, no problem.

It isn't in the manuals section (but those are highly useful too ) I am unable to post a link b/c the drills I'm talking about are found in the "member's" website. If you submit an application, and are accepted, then you will have access to them. I have found them extremely useful in my own personal solo work, and highly recommend them.