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

£5/session
  • Access to our tournament sparring prep classes
  • Steel only
  • Monday Nights
  • Based in East Leake

Non-member class pass

£10/session
  • Full access to our taught or sparring classes for visiting students from other HEMA clubs, or Independants

8-Week Intro Course

£60/one-time

£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
More Info

Monthly Membership

£20/month
  • 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

£25/year
  • 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

## ⚠️ COURSE UPDATE

Our first Beginner's Course is now fully booked due to overwhelming demand.
 

### ✅ Next intake: January

If you would like to join our next beginner programme, please continue to register your interest using the form below

Beginners Course Enquiry

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