STAGE COMBAT
STORYTELLING THROUGH
What's the difference between good stage combat and great stage combat? How do you create fight sequences that are not only safe but compelling, nuanced, joyful, and keep you on the edge of your seat? And, most importantly, what makes stage combat actually FUN? The secret ingredient is story, my friends.
This 4-week beginner-friendly class will explore the building blocks of story. Students will learn in real time with a new combo being taught each week. Come play, fight, and explore with us. Let's make some stories.
Queer. Feminist. Trauma Informed.
This is not your average stage combat class.
UPCOMING
AUGUST 2024
SUNDAYS
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
August 4, 11, 18, 25
East Hollywood, CA
All sessions are four weeks long
All classes are 90 minutes.
SLIDING SCALE
TIER 1: $400
This is the full rate of $100 per class for all 4 weeks.
QTBIPOC: $95
This pricing to relieve financial burden for QTBIPOC students.
TIER 2: $250
Reduced rate for low-income folks who can't afford full class sprice.
SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited number of scholarships are available. Inquire below!
Payment plans available 💸
ABOUT ME
I'm a multi-hyphenate storyteller committed to building safer spaces for marginalized artists by fighting for authentic representation, accessibility, and systemic racial equity in the entertainment industry.
As a fight director, I prioritize the physical and emotional safety of everyone in the room with a consent-driven, trauma-informed approach. My background as an actor and director helps me create fight choreography with storytelling at the forefront.
You can also check out my resume here.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
This is not your average stage combat class. Don't get me wrong, you're going to learn a TON of combat techniques, but we're going way deeper than that to explore the building blocks of story.
Story is the difference between ho-hum fight sequences and gripping, joyful, edge-of-your-seat moments that you can't stop thinking about long after the play (or movie) (or Ren Faire) has ended.
We'll learn a new combo every week as a foundation to experiment with all the different ways we can build story through physical storytelling.
You'll learn five things in this class:
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Safe & effective combat
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Partnering techniques
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Spacial & body awareness
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Breath & body connection
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How to tell kickass stories
At the end of the day, my goal is to turn you into your Fight Director's favorite actor. The one who just gets it and comes to set or rehearsal ready to play and discover from a character and story driven place.
By the end of this class, you'll be ready to kick ass, take names, and tell incredible stories. 💪
FAQs
DO I HAVE TO BE QUEER TO TAKE THIS CLASS?
Nope! You just have to understand that you're entering a Queer space. That means it's a space where Queerness is celebrated, Queer voices are empowered, and Queer joy will be on full display. We will welcome you with open arms and expect you to do the same.
WHAT EXPERIENCE LEVEL IS THIS CLASS FOR?
This class is focused toward people who have at least some combat experience, but is designed to ALSO be friendly for complete beginners. We'll work quickly but safely, with focused attention on those who need it and special side quests for anyone seeking more of a challenge.
WHAT KIND OF STAGE COMBAT IS THIS?
Our focus is hand-to-hand combat (aka: unarmed), but many of the techniques you'll learn will be directly applicable to any weapons you want to learn down the road: single sword, broadsword, quarterstaff, knife — even theatrical firearms. It's all rooted in this foundational work.
CAN I BRING A FRIEND?
Hell yeah! Partnerships will rotate each week, but if you have a combat partner you love working with, or are specifically trying to develop a working relationship with someone, you're welcome to enroll together and work together each class.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS?
Dress for this class like you're going to the gym: athletic pants or shorts, a t-shirt or tank top, good supportive sneakers, and a bottle of water. Your clothing should be comfortable, easy to move in, and should show the line of your body. Avoid clothing that is too flowy or baggy. You may also want to bring a small sweat towel and a yoga mat if you want extra padding for floor work during warm ups.
If you don't have access to any of these things, please reach out using the contact form below so we can help you source them!