News & Blog

Dismounting on the Fly

There are times when it is neither convenient nor possible to wait until your horse has come to a full halt before departing the saddle.

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When East Meets West: The History and Influence of The Silk Road

How the Silk Road connected Eastern and Western cultures, influencing commercial trade, politics, warfare, and weaponry throughout history.

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How to Escape Any Hold or Lock

How to escape an assailant's grasp using jujitsu principles: attack their hand, save your limb, or strike.

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Is Fencing Fundamental to Stage Combat?

Examining whether sport fencing remains essential for theatrical combat training, or whether historical martial arts offer a better foundation.

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Badass Babes with Bows: Women Archers from Mythology to the Silver Screen

From the goddess Diana to Katniss Everdeen, celebrating the fierce women archers of mythology, literature, and film.

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Pugilism in Bartitsu

Defending against a punch is a priority for self-defence. How does one punch correctly? What is the best defence against a punch?

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Successful Sword Press

A weekly roundup of success stories and news from the HEMA and Western Martial Arts community.

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Neck Vulnerabilities Studied in Bartitsu

One of the fears among city-dwellers in 1890s London was being strangled from behind. The neck feels particularly vulnerable, and for good reason.

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En Guard! A History of Canadian Duels

Canada Day commemorated through five duels from our country's history, from lawyers and politicians to jilted lovers.

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