Umbrella Self-Defense

In this 4-hour workshop, participants will learn the art of self-defence with an umbrella or cane. Based on the Bartitsu system developed in turn of the century Victorian England, students will learn practical self-defence techniques that take advantage of the properties of the common full-length umbrella. Students will learn:

• How to employ the umbrella to conduct strikes, blocks, holds, and wrestles.
• Use of reach and point precision to keep assailants at bay.
• Hooking with the crook and choking with the cross.
• Use of the umbrella sword-style, as a two handed bayonet, and as a vicious club.
• How to fend off punches, grabs, and knives.

This workshop is practical, stylish, and fun and will suit participants of all ages and fitness levels.

See our workshop schedule for the next upcoming date, or contact us to book a private umbrella self-defence session for yourself or a small group. Reach us by phone at 604-568-9907 or by email at info@academieduello.com.