This series of lessons will cover 8 weeks. The topics of offense and defense using the dagger as well as variations to the standard wards should be covered. These lessons should be started after the Introduction to the Rapier Lessons.
Introduction Talk about history of carrying and using a dagger.
Show proper ways of holding the dagger. On Guard Position Show the right and left leg forward stances. Discuss the pros and cons of using either. Have students practice movement and the various guards. The students should be able to successfully move and take up the various guards.