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Sword Circle proudly teaches how to honorably wield a sword, showing respect for the weapon, each other, and the art. Our discipline primarily draws from the 15th-century Italian style of Fiore Dei Liberi, in addition to the German styles of Hans Talhoffer and Johannes Leichetenauer, while also gaining insight from other sword-fighting traditions from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and modern times.
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Memberships
Memberships
Memberships provide the financial requirements for classes & programs to take place. Your memberships directly benefit;
Equipment/ supplies for classes & programs
Insurance
Funds toward a indoor/ permanent facility (goal of $10,000)
Memberships permit students to open access to ALL classes and discount on other programs (such as tournaments and seminars). See below for our membership pricing.
2026 Memberships pricing
$40 pledge/ year
2026 Semester Schedule
Spring; March 2nd - May 29th
Summer; June 1st - Aug. 28th
Fall; Sept. 7th - Dec. 11th
Semester= 1 class/ week @13 weeks
Non-Members = $195/ Semester ($65/ month)
Membership Rates = $144/ Semester ($48/ month)
Memberships can be purchased here: MARKET
Classes
Classes
Sword Circle seeks to have anyone & everyone to feel included in our organization regardless of experience, age, gender, physique- education is available for everyone! Sword Circle's classes are an opportunity for anyone seeking to learn, becoming physically fit, training in a martial art or simply just to have fun! To become a full-time member, follow the steps below:
Sign our Safety Waiver
Purchase our membership (all memberships are renewed between the 5th-15th of every month.
Receive, review, & sign our Membership Handbook
Have Fun!
Spring Semester
Spring Semester
MONDAYS
6:00 - 7:00pm
Beginner Class;
Swordsmanship
7:15 - 7:45pm
Swordsmanship:
Open Sparring
7:00 - 8:00pm
Self Defense
Learn the basics and fundementals with safe faom-padded swords. Lessons learned will help advance into any style of swordsmanship
Ages 6+
No safety equipment required
Dedicated time to train in combat with other participants w/ foam weapons
Ages 6+
No safety equipment required
Must have participated in a full semester (13 weeks) w/ Sword Circle
Learn self preservation and understanding what skills to use when
Ages 14+
No safety equipment required
TUESDAYS
6:00 - 7:00pm
7:15 - 8:00pm
Renaissance Fencing; Saber
HEMA: Open Sparring
Learn the delicate details of 18th c. swordsmanship; used to also help for HEMA competition participation
Ages 16+
Full HEMA combat gear is required
Dedicated time to train in combat with other participants
Ages 18+
Full HEMA combat gear is required
Must have participated in a full semester (13 weeks) w/ Sword Circle
THURSDAYS
6:00 - 7:00pm
7:15 - 8:00pm
HEMA Beginner; Longsword
HEMA: Open Sparring
Learn the disciplines from Italian Longsword from Fiore
Ages 16+
HEMA mask & safety gloves are required
Dedicated time to train in combat with other participants
Ages 18+
Full HEMA combat gear is required
Must have participated in a full semester (13 weeks) w/ Sword Circle
More details about classes
More details about classes
Intro to historical Saber Fencing
Originating in Asia in the 6th century AD, sabers became a widely used weapon across all of Europe by the 17th century. While used primarily on horseback, there were many footmen who also used the weapon for devastating results. This final quarter will be devoted to the art of saber fighting. Using sources from Alfred Hutton’s saber manual and Siebenhaar’s instructions in the art of fencing.
(Beginner to HEMA; technique and fundamentals)
Looking to get started on your path to Historical Martial Arts (HEMA)? This class is designed to focus on basics, drills, techniques, and understanding the depictions of historical texts. This is low intensity and high learning!
*Equipment REQUIRED for lessons
(Training Gear- safety gloves, fencing mask)
*Equipment REQUIRED for Sparring/ Training
(full set of HEMA regulated gear)
(Swordsmanship Beginner technique and fundamentals)
Looking to get your sword fighting journey started? Children as young as 6 years of age are encouraged to begin their journey with Sword Circles safe program! While classes focus on real sword fighting techniques, this class focuses on more physical training, flexibility, hand-eye coordination, problem solving, and confidence building! This class uses foam swords made and authorized by Sword Circle.
*NO equipment required. Members seeking further protection should use LIGHT equipment.
(Swordsmanship Beginner & Advanced technique and fundamentals; paired drills and sparring)
This Class offers adults/ older teens a low equipment cost, medium intensity program that focuses on the historical principles of single-hand sword fighting. Disciplines from Arming Sword, Side-sword, Rapier, Saber, and Backsword are incorporated into the curriculum for members to obtain a large variety of knowledge. This class uses foam swords made and authorized by Sword Circle.
Private Lessons
Private Lessons
Sword Circle offers the opportunity to learn one-on-one with our very own Masters. No matter the curriculum- if we offer the service, and you are interested, Sword Circle can provide it!
These lessons are for Sword Circle members, and non-members. Contact us to receive an application for Private lessons, availability is limited. Included, we will send the rates for members, or non- members.
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