Beginners
Our 8-week starter course is designed for complete beginners, curious dabblers, and anyone who thinks “that looks fun” when they see swords clashing.
What you’ll get:
- A hands-on introduction to a mix of historical weapons (not just one, we like variety)
- A friendly, no-pressure environment—no experience, no fitness level required
- The basics of movement, control, and not bonking your training partner too hard
- A chance to try something a bit different from the usual gym routine
- Weapons we'll focus on: Longsword, Sabre/Broadsword, Sword and shield
Who’s it for?
- Complete beginners
- History nerds
- People who just want to whack things (safely and socially acceptably)
- Anyone who’s ever said “I’ll give it a go”
What you won’t get:
Shouting drill sergeants
Elitism or gatekeeping
Any requirement to already own a suit of armour (we checked—it’s inconvenient)
The vibe:
We take the training seriously enough to do it properly…but not so seriously that you can’t laugh when things inevitably go a bit sideways, or more likely, backwards and onto their arse!
Course schedule:
The course runs in four blocks of two weeks. With a week off in between each.
Each block will focus on a particular weapon and methodology.
Giving you a week off to rest and ready yourself for the next one!
After you've completed a beginners course and become a full member, you'll then be able to attend our more regular and affordable sparring sessions and put your skills to the test!
Member sparring Pass
- ✓Access to our tournament sparring prep classes
- ✓Steel only
- ✓Monday Nights
- ✓Based in East Leake
Non-member class pass
- ✓Full access to our taught or sparring classes for visiting students from other HEMA clubs, or Independants
8-Week Intro Course
£7.50 per session!
- ✓Block of 8 Lessons at £7.50 per session
- ✓Designed to get you up to speed with basic weapon handling, training methods and see how you find it!
- ✓See beginners Tab for more detailed information
Monthly Membership
- ✓Turn up to as many classes as you want each month
- ✓Requires full completion of a beginners course, or relevant previous HEMA experience.
Annual Insurance and Membership
- ✓Full named member Insurance with the BMABA
- ✓Includes advanced Personal Accident cover
- ✓Allows access to the member's app with additional resources and training material
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