A group of young buccaneers sharpened their sword-fighting skills under the tutelage of the Van Diemen's Land Pirate Crew on Sunday afternoon.
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A group of ten children attended the event at Prince’s Square and used foam swords to practice some classic swashbuckling moves.
The family-friendly affair provided an opportunity for children to get active in a unique and enjoyable environment according to the group.
The Van Diemen's Land Pirate Crew formed in 2016 after breaking away from a local costume maker.
“We were with Costumes by Anna – she was making the costumes,” event co-organiser Allison Suitor said.
“We’ve branched off to our own thing because she wasn’t interested in events and we were.”
The group also run monthly pirate singing and dancing classes in Launceston and Devonport, and often attend public events dressed in full pirate garb.
Stefan Boscia
Stefan came to The Examiner after working as a copywriter at a digital media firm in Melbourne and interning at The Conversation. He is enthusiastic about reporting on business, local government and environmental issues. When he is not chained to his work desk, Stefan enjoys getting brunch, reading Saul Bellow novels and watching Carlton games.
Stefan came to The Examiner after working as a copywriter at a digital media firm in Melbourne and interning at The Conversation. He is enthusiastic about reporting on business, local government and environmental issues. When he is not chained to his work desk, Stefan enjoys getting brunch, reading Saul Bellow novels and watching Carlton games.
