Our Mission
We are all united by our shared passion for swords and fencing. Our top goal is to build community and create a safe and inviting atmosphere open to everyone regardless of sex, gender, race, sexual preference, or economic status. Everyone is treated with respect and kindness.
HOW WE STARTED
The club was founded in March of 2022 by our Head Instructor Lorenzo Mendoza. Since then we have steadily grown in members, expanded to multiple practices per week, and spead awareness of HEMA in our community. We now have 4 instructors teaching multiple weapons and new members joining all the time!
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This is a sport and a martial art. Its commonly called HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) or Historical Fencing, or even Western Martial Arts. Essentially we train how to use swords and other weapons based on historical manuscripts written by fencing masters hundreds of years ago.
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It's very easy! Fill out an interest card and come out to one of our practices. Times are viewable under the schedule page. There is a free trial period to see if this is right for you.
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All you need is to come in comfortable clothing that you're able to move around in, athletic shoes, and some water. We will have all the equipment for you to get started. Eventually you will want to buy your own equipment and we will point you in the right direction of where to buy.