This article is from the Xena: Warrior Princess FAQ, by Paul Hilling p.hilling@bigfoot.com with numerous contributions by others.
Lucy learned some basic kung fu moves, sword, and staff work from
Douglas Wong in a brief visit to Los Angeles in 1995. MCA says
"Though she had practised yoga for some time, Lucy had no special
training in martial arts, sword play, or stunt work when she
landed the role of Xena." The MCA site goes on to say that she
did have some experience riding horses as a teenager. Lucy
herself though is quoted in the Starlog Yearbook (1996) as being
bemused at landing such a physical role. That in school her
nickname was Unco -- short for uncoordinated! She says that she
is warming up to that aspect of the role and really enjoying it.
 
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