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Welcome to our class Corner!
Here you will discover the wonderful world of weaponry in the 8 SAFD disciplines (plus some out of the box weaponry), enhance your skills, and explore the creativity each discipline has to offer. We are available for hire in various different regions for a myriad of Fight Choreography, Stunt Performances, and Directing. Check out where to see us or register for our Workshop now!
Our 2025 Intensive Tracks
Norman Melee
norman axe, sword & shield, spear, & Knife
Are you developing a fight or a mass battle for film or a reenactment event? Do you want to experience the creation of these types of battles using a variety of weapons?
This is the intensive for you. Here you will experience how to wield the norman axe, sword & shield, spears, and knives in a grand melee format. It won't only look good, it will feel right in the hands.
Patrick Kelly
Certified Teacher and Fight Director
TA - TBD
Violent Intimacy
singlesword and Rapier & Dagger
Are we fighting, f^$k!ng, or using a sexy single sword to get your point across? Does the person across from you need a good slap or a knee melting stare???
Are you uncertain you know how to show the difference? Join us and take an introductory hike down the trail that divides the subtlties between Violence and Intimacy.
Sam Kaufmann & Adam Noble
Certified Instructors and Fight Directors
TA - TBD
All Day Reactions; Alexander Technique
Unarmed
Whether it’s a punch, stab, cut, kick, smash, or headbut, you need to sell it! Every! Single! Time!
Are all those hits, 8 shows a week starting to take a toll on you? Let’s explore different ways to show those hard hits without feeling them the next day!
Dave Gonzalez
Certified Instructor and Fight Director
TA - TBD
Killing Them all Softly with My...Oh That's Handy!
escrima sticks, knife, unarmed and What we can find around us
Need your opponent's limb destroyed? Want to mentally damage the Dungeon Boss's helper monkys? Happen to have blades ready to use or perhaps something longer? Don't have any weapons handy? No problem, YOU are the weapon.
This Martial Arts Intensive will explore options in Kali, Ong Bak, and Muay Thai techniques as well as various weapons not normally seen.
Firen & Pierce Williams
Associate Instructors
TA - TBD
Starter Intensive - Intro to Stage Combat
various weapons
New to Stage combat? Unsure how to hold a sword or dagger properly? Not certain how to move holding all these different weapons in your hands? Afraid to kick your partner in the crotch without hurting them? This is the perfect track for you!
Students get a chance to explore multiple weapon disciplines which provides the best foundation for future learning.
Raul "Nox" Alvarado & George Appling
Coordinators, Producers, Associate Instructors
TA - TBD
Ready to Register?
- Our program has all the ingredients you need to get started toward learning important fundamentals that could help you advance your current skills.
- This is your opportunity to explore stage combat techniques through a series of two 3-hour hands-on, intensives, plus additional classes in the afternoon.
- These intensive classes are perfect for the beginner to the advanced actor combatant who is looking to hone their skills!
- Our workshop is located in the heart of Texas at the college town of San Marcos with plenty to see and do both before and after our workshop.
Workshop Schedule of Events
Saturday - June 7th, 2025
8:00AM-8:30AM - Morning Check-in/Registration (Don't Forget your T-Shirt!)
8:30AM-8:45AM - Morning Meeting
8:45AM-9:00AM - Warm-up Stretching
9:00AM - 12:00PM - Chosen Intensive Track
12:00PM - 1:15PM - Lunch Break
1:15PM-2:30PM - Afternoon Class Choice 1
2:45PM-4:00PM - Afternoon Class Choice 2
4:15PM-5:30PM - Afternoon Class Choice 3
5:45PM-7:00PM - Afternoon Class Choice 4
7:00PM - Evening Meeting/Closing
Sunday - June 8th, 2025
7:30AM-8:30AM - Morning Check-in
8:30AM-8:45AM - Morning Meeting
8:45AM-9:00AM - Warm-up Stretching
9:00AM - 12:00PM - Chosen Intensive Track
12:00PM - 1:15PM - Lunch Break
1:15PM-2:30PM - Afternoon Class Choice 1
2:45PM-4:00PM - Afternoon Class Choice 2
4:15PM-5:30PM - Afternoon Class Choice 3
5:45PM-6:00PM - Evening Meeting/Group Photo
6:00PM - Closing/Group Dinner
- "What a great workshop! Capital Combat had some amazing teachers and a great selection of classes. The insight into the profession and the contacts I have made have been very helpful. The classes really helped hone my stage combat skills, in addition, I got exposure to some weapon systems I have not had an opportunity to work with previously. The morning classes had a good structure and their longer time and splitting over two days allowed for some deeper work into topics. Overall, it was a great investment into my work and a good weekend."
dale
- "Capital Combat's stage combat class for Sword and Shield was an absolutely incredible experience! As someone with mobility issues, I was initially nervous about whether I'd be able to fully participate and succeed in the class. However, the instructors were incredibly accommodating and skilled at adapting techniques to suit my abilities without compromising on the quality of training. Their supportive and patient approach made me feel empowered and confident as I learned all the necessary stage combat techniques required for certification. The class was not only educational but also so much fun, with a great balance of safety, creativity, and camaraderie among participants. I can’t recommend their program enough to anyone interested in stage combat, regardless of physical limitations. They truly create an environment where everyone can thrive!"
teach
- "Capital Combat 2024 stage combat workshop was a real pleasure! Great instructors, awesome selection of cool classes to choose from, helpful staff to keep things running smoothly, great location (easy to find w/ ample, close parking) I'll be there for Capital Combat 2025! Come join us for a violent frolic, it's worth it!"
alan
- "I had a fantastic time at the Capital Combat Workshop 2024! I really enjoyed how many classes and participants there were. There was so much to learn and practice for many of the weapon and combat interests I have with performances. I would absolutely go again!"
micah