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Authentic Historical Swordsmanship

We provide instruction in authentic 500-year-old swordplay and close-quarter combat. Born on the battlefield, this is a martial art developed from actual experiences in battle, during a time when survival depended on skill and quickness of mind.

Not just swords - it's a system

Our instruction is based entirely on historical Italian sources. In addition to one-handed and two-handed swords, we teach a variety of spears, shields, daggers and other weaponry. We also provide training in empty-handed combat. Our practice focuses on safety, control and competence, and applying what we practice in real life situations.

No martial arts experience necessary

Class Schedule

Wednesdays:
7:00 PM Sword & Buckler
(90 minutes)

Sword & buckler, sword & dagger, large shield, cape, and dual swords.

Sword and Buckler

Thursdays:
7 to 9 PM Private Lessons
(60 minutes)

By appointment only, scheduled in advance.

Fridays:
7:00 PM Beginners / Fight Night
(90 minutes)

Sparring, drilling, special assistance and Beginners Class

Saturdays:
10:00 AM Polearms/Daggers Grappling
(90 minutes)

Combat with spears, pole axes, partisans, etc., and also daggers & self-defense.

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Sundays:
11:00 AM One-Handed Sword
(90 minutes)

The one-handed sword. Guards, cuts and forms, solo & paired.

Sword

Sundays:
12:30 PM Two-Handed Sword
(90 minutes)

Combat forms of the long two-handed sword.

Two-handed Sword

No Contracts | No Testing Fees | No Rank Fees | No Children

Visitors are always welcome - Try a Free Lesson!

Dagger

Photos by Matthew Wood

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