Fight scenes are some of the most exciting moments in performance. However by nature they can also be highly complex. When working there is often not enough time or support available for you to embody this work effectively – resulting in clunky, unconvincing or unsafe scenes. The solution is to train ahead of time and be ready.

This course is your opportunity to explore the work in a dedicated and informed space, giving you autonomy to deliver your best work. Working with industry-leading fight directors, over five days you will dive into comprehensive training for unarmed combat and single sword – including movement, conditioning, acting approaches, character development, historical context, industry protocols, rehearsal techniques and performance practice.

Who is it for?

This workshop is ideal for performers from a range of backgrounds: actors, musical theatre performers, opera performers, stunt performers, dancers. We have crafted it particularly as a supported entry-point to working in stage and screen combat – for example for those who are curious about the work, who have not yet had a large amount of performance experience, who would like to invest time to embody techniques before embarking on a more intensive course.

We will encourage you both to utilise your preexisting strengths as well as explore new skills. As such we cater for all levels of experience, ability and fitness.

Captivate advocates for diverse and equitable work- and learning-spaces. If you have any concerns, questions or requests for support of any kind please get in touch with us.