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Learn the entire contents of Vadi's treatise De Arte Gladiatoria Dimicandi, with two courses: the Longsword, and the Dagger.
The courses also include all of Vadi's other plays, such as sword in armour, pollax, and spear.
Learn Vadi's Art step by step—from the ground up—with expert instruction from Guy Windsor.
Enjoy clear, structured training based on Philippo Vadi’s De Arte Gladiatoria Dimicandi, brought to life by world-renowned swordsman Guy Windsor.
👉 Click “Enroll Now” and start your training today.
Courses Structure:
The Longsword course includes over 75 video lessons, across 8 modules:
- Introduction & Safety
- Footwork and Sword Handling – Warm-ups, footwork, grips, and mechanics
- The Blows of the Sword– Vadi’s blows, including drills based on the guards
- The 12 Guards – Every position explained and drilled
- Basic Training and Setting up the Plays – Solo and pair training to build a solid foundation
- The 25 Plays of the Longsword – All 25 plays from De Arte Gladiatoria Dimicandi, step-by-step
- Plays from Chapters 11 and 15 – Extra drills from Vadi's theory of fencing
- Skill Development – Fencing games, timing, and troubleshooting
The Dagger course includes over 55 video lessons, across 5 modules:
- Introduction & Safety
- Basic Training: Falling and Mechanics – Warm-ups, footwork, and mechanics
- Dagger Grips and Strikes
- The Dagger Plays from De Arte Gladitoria Dimicandi – Every play explained and drilled
- How to Train – Solo and pair training to build a solid foundation
Who This Bundle Is For
- Beginners looking for a structured, complete introduction to longsword
- Experienced martial artists who want to explore Vadi’s unique system
- HMA students seeking historical accuracy and practical application
- Anyone who’s ever dreamed of mastering the knightly art of the sword
What’s Included
- Full lifetime access to all course materials
- Train at your own pace, anytime, anywhere
- Mobile and desktop friendly
- Immediate start—no prerequisites required
Get Started Now
You don’t need fancy gear or years of experience to begin. Just a sword (or even a stick), a mask, a friend, some space, and the willingness to train.
👉 Click “Enroll Now” to start learning Vadi’s longsword system today.
Hi, I’m Guy Windsor
I'm here to help you learn Vadi's Art of Arms. Just work through the videos and additional content, and if you get stuck, email me.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Arte Gladiatoria Dimicandi?
It's a treatise written around 1480 by Philippo Vadi from Pisa, with 16 chapters of longsword theory, and 25 longsword plays. It also includes over 40 dagger plays, and some spear, pollax, and sword in armour.
What does the bundle include?
It includes the Philippo Vadi Longsword Course, which has everything you need for learning Vadi's swordsmanship. And the Philippo Vadi Dagger Course, which has all of Vadi's dagger plays worked out, and a complete training method for becoming skillful.
Can I get a refund if I'm unhappy with my purchase?
If you are unsatisfied with your purchase for any reason, just let us know within 30 days and we will organise a refund, no questions asked.