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Bratislava Fecht 7
2025-05-17 08:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Bratislava) | Dom športu, Junacka 6, Bratislava, 83104, Slovakia (Slovak Republic)
Dear friends, we’d like to invite you to the Bratislava Fecht 7 which will take place on May 17th 2025. Mark the date, all the details about the event will be shared in the Winter of 24/25. Looking forward to see you!

Circle City Steel Clash
2025-05-04 09:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-03 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 1706 Pleasant St.Noblesville IN 46060, US, 1706 Pleasant St., Noblesville, IN, 46060, United States
This will be our fourth HEMA tournament, and we couldn’t be more excited! Our goal is to create the best competitive experience for our fencers and the local community, keeping things smooth, fun, and as stress-free as possible.
To make sure everyone can join in, we continue a foam sword format event for those who don’t yet have full protective gear, so come give it a try on Saturday, May 3rd at 3 pm (registrations open at 2.30 pm!
The rest of the events are on Sunday (the detailed schedule will be posted on April 25th)
The Steel Longsword event has Advanced and Novice divisions. Be sure to check out the rules and explanatory videos on the IF CCSC page.
This tournament is also a great opportunity for our volunteer directors to gain experience judging real bouts while keeping the atmosphere friendly and open. We are also open to including directors and side judges from clubs with the participation of over 3 fencers. Please, contact us for details.
Plus, as a good tradition, we’ll be awarding “Best Performance” medals, as chosen by our tournament directors, along with 1st, 2nd, and two 3rd place medals for each event.
We will award 1st, 2nd, and two 3rd places for each event.

London HEMA Open 2025
2025-05-03 09:00 - 2025-05-05 12:00 (Europe/London) | Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill, 54 Forty Lane, Wembley, HA9 9LY, United Kingdom
The London HEMA Open is back for 2025. This year, we had 95 fencers and almost 500 fights. We were the second largest tournament in the UK, and the most international by percentage of fencers from overseas clubs. We’re running a two-day tournament on Saturday and Sunday, followed by Open Sparring at our host club’s venue on Monday morning.
Head to our website for more information.

London Hema Open
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-05
The London HEMA Open is an international-level tournament with an emphasis on quality judges and fencing.
Tournament will take place on 3-4 May, with Open Sparring on the 5th of May. We’ll be running Open and Women’s+ Longsword, Sabre, and Rapier & Dagger (replacing Single Rapier)

Fante di Spade - torneo di sciabola e spadino
2025-04-26 12:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Rome)
Hema tournament in Lecco, Italy
The categories are:
– Saber (Mixed)
– Smallsword (Mixed)
Partecipation fee: 30€
More info on the facebook Page:
https://facebook.com/events/s/fante-di-spade-torneo-di-sciab/966729015513059/
Registration:
https://forms.gle/1LD2VxBRWAtgCmj78

Gathering of The Blades
2025-04-26 08:00 - 2025-04-27 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Maple Ridge Secondary School, 225 Prince William Way, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 7G4, Canada
Gathering of the Blades is a learning development HEMA workshop event hosted in Barrie, Ontario, Canada.
We had 100+ attendees last year, with 20 workshops and 18 instructors from Ontario, Quebec and the Northern USA. This will be our 4th year hosting the event and we are excited to see everyone again.

Brünner stich 2025
2025-04-26 07:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Bratislava)
Next edition of tournament Brünner stich is here again! It will be take place in Brno as again on 26th of April 2025. We will compete in two categories LSO and LSW. For more information follow our social sites!
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Další ročník turnaje Brünner stich je zpět! Stejně jako minulý rok se bude konat v jihu Moravy v Brně, a to 26. Dubna 2025. Soutěžit se bude ve dvou kategoriích LSO a LSW. Pro bližší informace sledujte naše sociální sítě.

Sofia Sidesword Spring
2025-04-26
Mark the date! On the 26th of April, we will hold the inaugural edition of Sofia Sidesword Spring, a sidesword+ tournament in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Categories include:
* Sidesword
* Ladies Sidesword
* HEMA Triathlon – single-handed weapon, single-handed weapon with companion, longsword
Sideswords provided!
Sidesword and Ladies Sidesword will be submitted to HEMA Ratings.
Afterblow ruleset based on the Sofia CrossSwords rules.

Bratislava En Garde! 2025
2025-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Bratislava)
Dear fencers, dear friends! Save the date (April 12th, 2025 – Saturday) for the 2025 edition of our En Garde! HEMA tournament. We are planning two disciplines – sword & buckler, rapier & dagger – with 20-30 participants in each category.
All other details will be announced in time!
Šermiari/ky, kamaráti/ky! Rezervujte si čas (sobota, 12. apríl 2025) na ďalší ročník nášho HEMA turnaja En Garde! Opäť plánujeme dve disciplíny – meč a štítok, rapier a dýka – v každej kategórii 20-30 súťažiacich.
Ďalšie detaily budú pribúdať!

Pražský argument 2025
2025-04-05 | Sportovní hala Jedenáctka, Mírového hnutí 3, Praha 11, 14900, Czech Republic
Pražský argument 2025, 4th year
Come to Prague on 5.4.2025 and meet your friends. The tournament will be held in LSO and LSW categories.
Follow the event on our website and fb.
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Pražský argument 2025, 4.ročník
Přijeďte si zašermovat do Prahy 5.4.2025 a setkat se s přáteli. Turnaj proběhne v kategoriích LSO a LSW.
Událost sledujte na našem webu a fb.

Spring is coming – sparring camp 2025
2025-03-16 14:00 - 2025-03-19 14:00 (Europe/Sofia) | Hotel Olymp – Bansko, Bansko, Bulgaria
We are gathering just before the coming of spring for a few days dedicated to Historical fencing freeplay. We will have not only Open floor, but fencing games, sparring coaching, ruleset variations experiments, judged matches etc. A few short workshops will be focused on how to fence safely and efficiently during your freeplay time, specially if you are with unknown opponents.
We might also have a small unofficial competition to top it off.
I have chosen a hotel that offers accommodation, 3 meals a day and a training hall specially for us. Cost will be 155 Euro per person for the whole event with everything included.
At least partial, preferably full gear is required for participation. However I can lend some elements if notified early enough. There is an option for providing swords and transport from Sofia if anyone decides to fly in

Spring is coming - sparring camp 2025
2025-03-16 14:00 - 2025-03-19 14:00 (Europe/Sofia) | Hotel Olymp Bansko, Bansko, Bulgaria

Flos Duellatorum with Federico Malagutti
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-16 | Via Agostino Maspoli, 6850 Mendrisio, Via Agostino Maspoli, Mendrisio, TI, 6850, Switzerland
The “Compagnia del Corvo Grigio” is happy to invite everyone to our next workshop hosted in Ticino with Federico Malagutti as our guest instructor. We are going to have two days of lessons about Fiore dei Liberi’s Flos Duellatorum tecniques with the longsword.
For more informations and reservations, contact us via the e-mail provided in the event image

SoCal Swordfight 2025
2025-03-14 - 2025-03-16 | Sheraton Fairplex and Conference Center at the Los Angeles Fairplex, 601 West McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA, 91768, United States
SoCal Swordfight 2025 – March 14-16, 2025
Sheraton Fairplex & Conference Center, Pomona, CA
Join us for the 13th annual SoCal Swordfight, one of the most anticipated gatherings in the Historical European Martial Arts community! This year, we’re excited to welcome HEMA enthusiasts to our new, larger venue, designed to enhance your experience and accommodate our growing community.
2025 Highlights:
– Over 70 expert instructors from around the globe
– 26 tournaments across multiple weapons, tiers, and divisions
– 110+ hours of classes in dedicated, carpeted classrooms
– Expanded sparring and activity area (8,000 sq ft)
– State-of-the-art lecture rooms for panels and presentations
– Antique Weapons Showcase featuring rare historical pieces
– Extensive vendor marketplace
– New lounge and game areas for socializing
– Evening gatherings at the partner hotel
Whether you’re a seasoned HEMA practitioner or a curious newcomer, SoCal Swordfight 2025 offers something for everyone. From intense competitions to in-depth classes, from historical showcases to modern training techniques, this event is the ultimate celebration of Historical European Martial Arts.
Register to be part of this unforgettable HEMA experience!
For more information and registration, visit: https://socalswordfight.com/
Join the Event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/1203782790954450/
Follow us on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/socalswordfight/

Montpellier Hema Tournament 2025
2025-03-08 09:00 - 2025-03-09 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | Gymnase Georges Frêche, Rue le Titien, Montpellier, Hérault, 34000, France
Women challenge
Open Longsword
Open Sidesword
Open Saber
Open Rapier&Dagger

Wasaslaget 2025
2025-03-08 09:00 - 2025-03-09 15:00 (Europe/Bratislava)
UHFS proudly presents the annual Wasaslaget on the 8th and 9th of March 2025.
This year we will be hosting a total of five competitions: Longsword (Beginner), Longsword (Open), Longsword (Women+), Messer and Montante.
Registration closes 23 February 2025. See https://hemagon.com/tournament/Wasaslaget25 for information.
Instagram: @uppsalahistoriskafaktskola

Žilinský Kumšt VIII.
2025-03-08 | Športová hala ŽSK, Rosinská cesta 6, Žilina, 01008
We would like to invite you to the 8th annual Žilinský Kumšt tournament! ⚔️ This unique contest of fencing masters, under the auspices of the Terra de Selinan Guild and the Federation of European Martial Arts of Slovakia (FEBUS), promises thrilling matches that will test your courage, skill, and determination. Come and fight for a place at the top and experience an atmosphere full of excitement!
The tournament will take place on Saturday March 8, 2025
🤺CATEGORIES:
Longsword men (max. 96 contestants)
Longsword women (min. 8 – max. 16 contestants)
Sword and Buckler (min. 8 – max. 24 contestants)
✅REGISTRATION:
Registration will open on February 1, 2025 at 6 PM CET.
📌LOCATION:
Športová hala ŽSK, Rosinská cesta 6, 010 08 Žilina
https://maps.app.goo.gl/SjdMWNiS6MTAgT6p9
💰FEES:
Single category 45€
Each additional category +20€
Afterparty 15€
We’re looking forward to seeing you!
Cech Terra de Selinan

Spring Steel
2025-03-01 14:00 - 2025-03-02 17:00 (Europe/Bratislava) | Lampman Lane Community Centre, 59 lampman lane, Barrie, Ontario, L4n5g4, Canada
A new HEMA TOURNAMENT in Barrie, Ontario, Canada.
We’ve hosted several events over the last few years including Gathering of the Blades and Frost on the Blade. There was a big demand in the community to add some other weapons to our tournament but we decided, why not host another one!
Spring Steel will have:
Smallsword
Rapier & Dagger
Sword & Buckler
www.springsteel.ca

Clash for the Cash 2025
2025-03-01 09:00 - 2025-03-02 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for the Clash for the Cash Longsword tournament on March 1st & 2nd 2025 in Pemberton, NJ. This will be the only event of its kind in this part of the country with cash prizes and medals being awarded to the top 8 fighters.
The entry fee for the tournament is essentially a $55 buy-in, with the proceeds being given to fighters instead of merchandise. The awards will break down as follows:
$600 for 1ST place
$300 for 2ND
$150 for 3RD
$100 for 4TH
$50 for places 5-8
These amounts will be contingent upon attendance, of course, and will be based upon a roster of 60 fighters. If the tournament doesn’t sell out, the prize amounts may have to be adjusted.
This will be a two day event with a competition on day one, and free sparring on day two (though there may be a couple of classes as well – this is to be decided). There will be no sponsors, no frills, and no subdivisions….just a plump purse of prize money waiting to be claimed. It will be open to fighters of any gender or skill level. It is our intention to put together a relatively low-cost event which will be designed to give all fighters the best possible experience for the money they spend.

Berlin Hema Cup
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-02 | OSC Berlin Fechten, Münchener Str. 50, Berlin, 10779, Germany
Join us! The Berlin HEMA Cup 2025 is your perfect chance to compete with fighters from around the world. On March 1st and 2nd, the event will feature Longsword, Rapier & Dagger, and Saber in both Open and Women+ categories. With a format designed to guarantee as many fights as possible for each participant. Look forward to a tournament with an international focus, a large number of participants, and quality judging.
Event Details:
📅 Date: March 1-2, 2025
📍 Location: Berlin, Germany
⚔️ Categories: Longsword, Rapier & Dagger, Saber
🏆 Divisions: Open & Women+
Save the date and be part of a unique tournament in the heart of Germany!
Stay tuned on:
Tournament

https://www.instagram.com/berlinhema.cup
https://www.facebook.com/share/aRTMYP9zKHSmKwLZ/

Rotyčí spár 2025
2025-02-22 09:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Bratislava)
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Dovolujeme si Vás pozvat na 4. ročník našeho HEMA turnaje Rotyčí spár 2025.
Tento ročník vás čekají dvě kategorie:
Dlouhý meč open – 48 soutěžících
Rapír + Dýka – 24 soutěžících.
! Je možné se přihlásit pouze do jedné kategorie !
PRAVIDLA
Narozdíl od obvyklých “česko-slovenských” pravidel budou na tomto turnaji hluboké a mělké cíle.
hluboký cíl – 2 body
mělký cíl – 1 bod.
Mělké cíle jsme nastavili od kolen (včetně) níže a od loktů (včetně) dál.
Kompletní pravidla: https://drive.google.com/…/1JQaMlKvgZyN2YGmAwI7ftx…/view
ČAS A MÍSTO
Sobota 22.2.2025 od 9:00 na adrese:
Polská 2400, 120 00 Praha 2-Vinohradyhttps://goo.gl/maps/eeUBpMcFMEs1f2ie8
REGISTRACE
Bude zahájena: 5.1.2025
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLScOFSLrKwD…/viewform…
VSTUPNÉ
Dlouhý meč 900 Kč
Rapír a dýka 1000 Kč – kvůli dýkam které vám poskytneme
Při odhlášení po 8. 2. 2025 se startovné nevrací.
Platba je jenom převodem na účet.
číslo účtu: 2101200991/2010
variabilní symbol: 20250222
Název příjemce: Rotyka z. s
zpráva pro příjemce: Spar2025–
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We’d like to invite you to our fourth HEMA tournament Rotyka Claw 2025.
This year we’ll have 2 categories:
Longsword open – 48 fencers
Rapier and dagger – 24 fencers
! You can only attend one category !
RULESET
Short version:
There are deep and shallow targets.
deep targets – 2 points
shallow targets – 1 point
Shallow targets are from elbow (including) and knee (including) ‘down’.
Everything else is a deep target.
Complete ruleset: https://drive.google.com/…/1j8HXAdHyzcyMQ…/view
REGISTRATION
Opening at: 5.1.2025
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLScOFSLrKwD…/viewform…
PLACE
Tournament will be held on Saturday 22.2.2025 from 9:00 at
Polská 2400, 120 00 Praha 2-Vinohradyhttps://goo.gl/maps/eeUBpMcFMEs1f2ie8
PAYMENT
Longsword 35 EUR
Rapier and dagger 40 EUR – because of the daggers we provide
We won’t be returning the registration fee if you sign out after the 8. 2. 2025.
We allow paying only via bank transfer.
IBAN: [REDACTED]
BIC: FIOBCZPPXXX
Country of the recipient’s bank: Czech Republic
Recipient’s address: Milevska 1120/34, Krc, 140 00 Praha
Payment purpose: Tournament entrance fee
payee reference: 20250222
Identification: Spar2025–

Hussar's Honour: Military Sabre & Singlestick Challenge
2025-02-08 | Russellville High School Gymnasium, 1101 W 9th St, Russellville, KY, Russellville, KY, 42276, United States
Join us for a 1 day event featuring both Military sabre and Singlestick Open tournaments hosted by the Nashville School of Historical Fencing
NSHF will be supplying all singlesticks for use in the competition, made in-house with leather baskets and rattan sticks. The Military Saber Open will have a weight minimum and maximum, all sabers must weigh between 720g – 920g and pass the flex test of 30lbs
More info including rulesets and reigstration can be found here:
:https://nashvillehistoricalfencing.tidyhq.com/public/schedule/events/68157-hussar-s-honour-military-sabre-and-singlestick-challenge

Open du Port de la Lune/ Bordeaux HEMA Open 2025
2025-02-01 09:00 - 2025-02-02 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | Gymnase Nelson Paillou, 53 Rue Pauline Kergormard, BORDEAUX, Gironde, 33800, France
Les samedi 1er et dimanche 2 Février 2025 aura lieu la première édition de l’Open du Port de Lune/ Bordeaux HEMA Open 2025 organisé par “BATESTA”, à Bordeaux.
Nous vous convions pour un week-end de compétition autours de 3 armes phares:
– L’épée longue
– L’épée bocle
– Le sabre militaire
Ce tout premier tournoi organisé par notre club se déroulera sur 2 jours. Les inscriptions, réglements, et autres renseignements utiles seront bientôt communiqués
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On Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd February 2025, the first edition of the Open du Port de Lune/ Bordeaux HEMA Open 2025 will take place, organized by “BATESTA”, in Bordeaux.
We invite you to a weekend of competition around 3 flagship weapons:
– Longsword
– Sword and Buckler
– Military Saber
This very first tournament organized by our club will take place over 2 days. Registrations, regulations, and other useful information will be communicated soon.
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LIEU/ PLACE:
Gymnase Nelson Paillou, 53 Rue Pauline Kergomard, 33800 BORDEAUX. PS: Le gymnase est situé juste au dessus du BEC ESCRIME/ The gym is located just above BEC ESCRIME

La Voûte de Fer 2025
2025-01-25 10:00 - 2025-01-26 18:00 (Europe/Bratislava)
The Voûte de Fer is coming bakc in january 2025 ! A new edition on the span of 2 days, organized by both the SAEA Paris and the Chapitre des Armes.
This year’s edition will feature the following disciplines :
_Longsword Open and Longsword Women on saturday the 25th
_Saber Open and Saber Women on sunday the 26th
_Rapier Open on saturday the 26th
We are impatient to see you at the event !

The Duke's Winter Cup
2025-01-25 09:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Belgrade)
A HEMA Tournament in Novi Sad, Serbia
The categories are:
– Longsword (mixed)
– Longsword (women)
– Hutton’s saber (mixed)
– Hutton’s saber (women)
The participation fee is 30 EUR for one category and +15 EUR for each additional one.
Registration:
https://hemagon.com/tournament/WinterDukesCup

Helsinki Longsword Open 2025
2025-01-24 - 2025-01-26 | Ruskeasuon liikuntahalli, Ratsastie 10, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00280, Finland
EHMS proudly presents the eleventh annual Helsinki Longsword Open competition on the 24th-26th of January 2025.
This year we will be hosting a total of six competitions:
Longsword (Open)
Longsword (Women’s+)
Sabre (Open)
Sabre (Women’s+)
Rapier & Dagger
Longsword Cutting (Open)

Torneo Regional Bajacaliforniano
2024-12-07 14:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Bratislava)
Torneo regional bajacaliforniano es un evento en colaboración entre los clubes del estado para promover la esgrima histórica, invitando a peleadores del sur de estados unidos y norte de México.

Swordplay 2024
2024-12-07 08:00 - 2024-12-08 21:00 (Europe/Belgrade) | SC Rakovica, 2 Viševačka, 11090, Beograd-Rakovica, Grad Beograd, Belgrade, 11000, Serbia
Swordplay is one of the largest HEMA tournaments in Southeastern Europe with it’s seventh installment happening this year. Established by Terca, a school of historical fencing from Serbia, Swordplay strives to gather fencers from all around Europe who want to compete and exchange experiences with like-minded people in a competitive environment.
This year disciplines include:
– Open single sidesword
– Open single rapier
– Ladies longsword
– Open longsowrd
– Open smallsword

XI. PARDUBICKÝ MEČ 2024
2024-12-07 | Sportovní hala Heřmanův Městec, Jiráskova 916, Heřmanův Městec, 538 03, Czech Republic
PARDUBICE SWORDPLAY ASSOCIATION (PSA)
would like to invite you for 11th annual of HEMA Tournament
XI. PARDUBICKÝ MEČ 2024
Categories:
Longsword (Mixed/Men, Steel)
Longsword (Women, Steel)
Date: December 7 2024
Place: Sportovní hala Heřmanův Městec, Jiráskova 916, 538 03 Heřmanův Městec, Czechia
Contact: +420 774 132 511
Email: psaserm@gmail.com
System of tournament: groups of 5-7; 70-100% to elimination
Fee: 38 EUR LSM (LSW), 46 EUR LSM+LSW
Registration: will be specified in time
Prize: traditional prize for the winner, medals for 1st,2nd and 3rd places
Comment: Every participant starts on his own risk according to his medical condition
