Intensive sessions, visiting instructors, and deep dives into the martial arts. Open to members and non-members alike.
with Devon Boorman
A tactical workshop for dealing with opponents who prioritize hand hits—both the clever version and the reckless version. Learn how to protect your hands while still fencing effectively, how to punish predictable hand-hunting patterns, and how to turn hand-snipe attempts into clean counters and posi
Sunday, February 8, 2026
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
with Bill Tait
Bill will guide students through building precision and speed in their archery, drawing on over 20 years of shooting and coaching experience in both medieval and modern contexts. The workshop will be customized to the needs of the attendees.
Sunday, February 15, 2026
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
with Meghan O'Connell
From the power of the 360-degree swing to what’s truly a form of poetry in motion, come experience an entirely new and playful paradigm. Your shoulders and postural muscles will feel it! For this particular workshop, it’s highly recommended to be able to hold finestra guard comfortably for at least
Sunday, March 15, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
with Matheus Olmedo
A second offering of this advanced intensive for students continuing their high-level development in mechanics, tactics, and strategy. Blue and red cords are invited for a 4-hour intensive on body mechanics, tactics, and strategy in this customized interdisciplinary workshop. Build your proficiency
Sunday, March 22, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
with Devon Boorman
Develop coordination of two sideswords in attack and defense: the four closed positions, cut-and-thrust transitions, parries, counter-attacks, and more. Each offering spotlights a different part of the two-sword system—fresh material for veterans and a solid start for newcomers.
Sunday, March 29, 2026
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
with F. Braun McAsh
Step into the German sabre tradition of the early 19th century. This workshop balances foundational technical work with applied partner drills to build confidence, control, and sharp decision-making at speed. Our material draws primarily from the Berliner Turnschule tradition and key German sabre s
Sunday, April 5, 2026
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
with Devon Boorman
Immerse yourself in 50 hours of instruction in the rapier, longsword, and teaching methodology at the world's largest centre for the study of swordplay. This 5-day, 10-hour per day program will bring you through the entirety of the Apprentice level in the art of Duello Armizare and send you away wit
Apr 13 – Apr 17, 2026
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Open to all: Workshops are available to both members and non-members. Some advanced workshops may have prerequisites.
What to bring: Comfortable athletic clothing and indoor shoes. We provide training equipment unless otherwise noted.
Cancellation: Full refund available up to 7 days before the workshop. Contact us for questions.
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