Introductory Courses

Two fencers in early fifteenth century clothing have bound swords, the left in an extended langenort guard, and the right in a halfsword guard held over their right shoulder. A third figure is calming down the right fencer with a soothing touch.

Image: Trojanerkrieg - Willehalm von Orlens - Herzog Ernst 1441

Intro courses In Kunst des Fechtens, Rapier, & Saber

If you're interested in studying with us, we offer periodic intro courses to new students. You'll learn basic terminology, attacks and parries, and info about HEMA and what we do at CKDF. 

When: As scheduled - email us to sign up for the next course.

Equipment: Weather-appropriate athletic clothing, groin protector.

Note: We offer as many courses as we can throughout the year, but due to overwhelming demand, we must limit the frequency and size of classes. Check the HEMAA Clubfinder for other great HEMA clubs that offer intro courses.

Our club is dedicated to providing and maintaining a safe training space for Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA). All are welcome, and we do not tolerate discrimination based upon gender, gender identity and expression, race, sexual orientation, disability, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, age, or religion. If you are interested in reconstructing medieval martial arts, historical swordplay, or modern HEMA competition, then our club is for you.