Harnishfechten

Fighting in Armour

Learn how to wield a pollaxe, spear or sword. Wear full steel armour and mail to reconstruct how medieval knights would have fought in duels and tournaments.

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Blossfechten

Fighting out of Armour

The long sword in two hands is a fast and elegant weapon and lends itself to an array of sophisticated and subtle techniques. Dagger and wrestling also round out our curriculum.

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Rossfechten

Fighting on Horseback

For practical reasons the School does not cover any Rossfechten material. However, if you wish to learn skill at arms on horseback or jousting, contact our friends at Riding With Sticks.

Riding with Sticks

Other Classes and Resource Materials

Joining The School

This is a guide to information and resources that will guide you through your study of the Kunst des Fechtens.

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Fight Like a Girl

Looking to try something new, explore historical fighting techniques and test your skills with a sword? The School of Arms and Armour will be running a six-week introduction to Blossfechten (unarmoured combat) for women and girls.

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Resources

The SoAA Rules and other Resources

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Events

View details on events like Capital Krieg and upcoming Symposiums

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