Day 1: Foundations of Sword Mastery

From Ten Days to Sword Mastery , and The Beginner Playlist (Start Here)

Begin your journey into sword mastery with a solid foundation. Learn the basic stances and how to stand and hold your sword. We'll cover the main principles of the WeaponUP practice, setting the stage for your transformation.

Requirements: Sword, mat, water bottle.

Pre-Class Setup: Arrive a few minutes early to center yourself and ensure your practice space is clear and comfortable.

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vawjujkt about 2 months ago

mirror image instruction would be incredibly helpful for learning

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sabinastorberg about 2 months ago

We have MIRROR capability now! Click on the button with the two triangles facing each other and all classes are mirrored! We are so excited about it!

thewonderlusterwarrior about 1 month ago

DAY 1. I’m 43 and have never done yoga or anything related. I’ve always had a very sedentary life, as much as a mom of four could😆. Newly separated, and after taking care of everyone around me my whole life, this is the start of a new life in which I take care of ME.

This is a public announcement of my commitment. A commitment to put my mental and physical health first.

I’ll comment on every video with the day I’m on and how I feel. I’ve been a very heavy smoker, so this small practice had me gasping for air. I quit a month ago. I was lost, so lost, with my left and right hands, where to put my legs, and how to tilt my hips, but I will keep going. I know resilience is the greatest attribute I need to work on.

Please like this comment to give me the motivation to stand up from the couch 🥲😅🤣 AG

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qx2xhutw 11 days ago

It is time to reclaim your POWER!!! So excited for you to be on this journey. Every day that warrior will show up to meet you. You can do this.

spiritwarrior 28 days ago

Mind body and soul We ARE WORTHY! We got this !!!!!!!!!

nightrise about 1 month ago

Mama of two here, 39 and happily divorced a little over a year now. Slowly relearning what I like to do just for me. Keep up the good work! Sometimes just showing up is the hardest part. Everything will fall into place.

sabinastorberg about 1 month ago

You are inspiring! Keep going and your resilience muscle will only get stronger <3

tiffanydoris about 1 month ago

My sword won't be here for awhile so I am using a lightsaber while I wait for it. I was excited to hear you mention lightsabers specifically in the video!

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9c1ph1kb 2 days ago

I unfortunately don’t have a lightsaber to help me through my waiting period until my sword comes in, but what i DOOO have is a handy dandy curtain rod.. and it’s been working for me so far!👍😂

cnwd2yl1 6 days ago

Me too! Grabbed my Husbands lightsaber for practice. I can tell I have a way to go, some stiffness and soreness just from that day one intro.

mtp 25 days ago

I was gonna do the same! 😂

thiacat26 about 2 months ago

I think as an absolute beginner that has never done yoga, this is going to take me more like 10 weeks than 10 days so I can practice each lesson and gain some flexibility!

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sabinastorberg 23 days ago

Ten days of lessons can last even one year with dedicated practice :) Ten weeks for these "basics" is a great way to think about it! Consistency is the most important thing!

Pixie Rae about 2 months ago

Day 1 - feeling so devoted to this practice !

o4t9hpj2 about 1 month ago

This was very informative and easy to follow. I’m left handed and I appreciate the mirror mode

iamczarz about 1 month ago

Took me two tries to finish the video because my brain took some time to assimilate the posture but that felt great! Now to repeat that video about 8 more times this week 😍

rae_littlestar about 1 month ago

I love these stances; they are very familiar to me from my past practice of Tai Chi and fencing. I’m looking forward to perfecting them through this new discipline.

nightrise about 1 month ago

My sword isn’t here yet, but I’m super excited to start. I have a fake one I will be using until it gets here. I missed doing yoga, but I think this new practice is going to be my new favorite.

phoenixrising 29 days ago

47 years old here with a lightsaber who’s living out a childhood dream, I enjoyed this first lesson! Looking forward to learning these flows and enjoying better flexibility and mobility. Excited!

cam59357 26 days ago

I just received my sword today 😊 I am so glad you have mirror imaging! Wonderful first sword class!

melabie 26 days ago

Day 1! Im 31 but in my 20's I was a very avid hooper (hula hooper flow). Very excited to get back into the same vibe. 🩷🩷🩷

idz7uycc 24 days ago

I don’t want to go to bed - but it does mean I can do day 2 tomorrow 🤣

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sabinastorberg 24 days ago

yay!

dannieb 19 days ago

oh wow my left hand and wrist are soooo not coordinated! lol I'll keep stretching and practicing

birchbird 6 days ago

I'm 41 with a toddler. Haven't had a regular work out routine since I became a mom, and I'm feeling it. I saw you on IG and realized I having a sword would motivate me better to work out! I just signed up and have ordered my sword. But it won't come until the end of March or April :´( So for this session I used a yardstick :D I'm very exited for the sword to arrive and to continue this training!

birchbird 6 days ago

It would be great if one could chrome cast the videos!

w4xbcl26 28 days ago

I keep getting a Invalid playback URL
The video URL or playback-token are formatted with incorrect or incomplete information. on the videos

kinesisandcalamity 11 days ago

Doing some other movements and flow in between the practice of the movements definitely got me feeling this in my shoulders and wrists. Thank you, Sabina! Aim so excited to continue (and get to the Nesta video. ♡)

shyrelle 9 days ago

After suffering both an injury and being laid off in January I am back. Going very slow because I've had to be stationary for 2 months while I recovered. Slow going but I'm back 💪🏽

oz23drpw 8 days ago

Mirror image PLEASE

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regen about 21 hours ago

Symbol on the bottom right of arrows facing eachother

9jqgxhc9 4 days ago

It would be helpful if the studio were available as an app or to cast to a television. A larger screen would be easier to see while we practice. In addition, we could use a mirror to check our positions.