Unlock ancient secrets with interactive Macedonian sarissa lessons. Led by a renowned archaeologist, experience authentic history firsthand. Book now!
Unlock ancient secrets with interactive Macedonian sarissa lessons. Led by a renowned archaeologist, experience authentic history firsthand. Book now!
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8GG3PGR6+Q3X - Delve into the depths of Greek history, Ancient Macedonia, and the era of Alexander the Great. Participants will engage in a hands-on experience, wielding the most famous weapon of Alexander’s army, which dominated ancient battlefields for over three centuries.
We will explore the training of a Macedonian Phalangite (Pikeman) of the…
- 8GG3PGR6+Q3X - Delve into the depths of Greek history, Ancient Macedonia, and the era of Alexander the Great. Participants will engage in a hands-on experience, wielding the most famous weapon of Alexander’s army, which dominated ancient battlefields for over three centuries.
We will explore the training of a Macedonian Phalangite (Pikeman) of the Hellenisitic Period (4th-2nd Century BCE) using the famous Sarissa pike.
The presentation will include:
- Introduction to the description of the sarissa as a weapon. What parts does it consist of, how many meters was it during different historical periods, what materials were its different parts made of, how effective was it on the field of battle
- the practice of each person in the basic use of the Sarissa teaching the holding method, the body position, the ancient martial orders, the proper pacing in the field, the proper holding of the shield.
- Τest of the use of the Sarissa wearing historically correct high quality reconstructed military equipment of the Hellenistic period (linen armor - linothorax, various types of helmets, phalangite shield, etc)
- time for photography of the participants using the reconstructed equipment.
- Bottled water
- Local Macedonian red or white wine in reconstructed ancient Greek pottery cups
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Local Macedonian red or white wine in reconstructed ancient Greek pottery cups
- Snacks
Embark on a truly unique journey with our interactive Macedonian sarissa lessons, an experience unlike any other in Greece.
Led by a specialized archaeologist, internationally renowned for experimental archaeology and global TV consulting, our classes offer unparalleled quality.
Using meticulously reconstructed equipment, participants delve into…
Embark on a truly unique journey with our interactive Macedonian sarissa lessons, an experience unlike any other in Greece.
Led by a specialized archaeologist, internationally renowned for experimental archaeology and global TV consulting, our classes offer unparalleled quality.
Using meticulously reconstructed equipment, participants delve into ancient Greek history firsthand, emphasizing the importance of living history in understanding the past.
This experience stands alone in its authenticity and is unmatched across Europe. Discover the past in a new light and immerse yourself in the ancient world like never before.
Book your one-of-a-kind experience today !
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
