Crew South | Screen Fighting Bootcamp

Screen Fighting Bootcamp

Date:Thursday 12th June

Duration: 1 Day

Cost: Free

Venue: Troy Studios

Tutor(S): Lemmy Black

Course Profile: The boot camp will be designed and led by an experienced stunt coordinator on the Wayfinders Production. This boot camp is designed to provide comprehensive training to help participants develop the skills needed to perform screen fighting for background, safely and effectively for The Wayfinders’ and ongoing productions. This program balances technical skill development with practical experience, ensuring participants leave with the confidence and knowledge to perform screen fights safely and effectively.

Program Content: 

Skills and techniques essential for Background Artists fighting on Screen. The areas of focus are as follows:

Importance of safety in screen combat

Warm-up exercises to prevent injury

Stance and positioning for camera

Attacks and defence - unarmed

Attacks and defence – with weapons

Facial expressions and body language

Acting the scene and incorporating it into the action

Choreographing a simple fight scene

Maintaining continuity and rhythm

Adjusting intensity based on the shot

Multi-attack combinations

Working in confined spaces and environmental interactions

Participant Profile: Participants must have experience in one of the skills or competitions below. 

Fighting skills – Martial arts, Boxing, Wrestling, Fencing, Historical combat, Stage combat

Performance skills – Dancing, Circus, Acting

Sports competition – Hockey, GAA, Hurling, Football, Rugby

Film & TV Crew Academy South is managed by Film in Limerick and is an initiative of Screen Ireland

Application Procedure

Please apply online at this LINK by 5pm Thursday 5th June, 2025.

For technical difficulties with the online system please email rachael.power@nationaltalentacademies.ie

Film & TV Crew Academy courses are open to all regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability.

Disclaimer:

This course is for informational and educational purposes only. The content provided does not constitute professional advice, and no guarantees are made regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information presented. The material is intended to support learning and personal development; it should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional advice or guidance.

Participants are responsible for how they apply the information learned in this course. The course providers, instructors, and any affiliated parties are not liable for any outcomes, decisions, or actions resulting from the use of the course content.

By participating in this course, you acknowledge and accept that the information provided is for general educational purposes and that you assume full responsibility for your own learning and its application.