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La Sainte Victoire
2024-11-02 - 2024-11-03
La Sainte Victoire is a tournament located in the south east of France in Aix-en-Provence.
The name is taken from a famous mountain next to the city.
There will be 3 open contests: long sword, saber and cutting.
The ruleset for the long sword and Saber are close from those of the Dutch lion cup and Swiss Bear Cup.
For the cutting contest you can find the complete ruleset on our Facebook event.
Thank you and we hope to see many of you there.

Sofia CrossSwords 2024
2024-11-02 07:00 - 2024-11-03 22:00 (Europe/Sofia) | Sport Hall Triaditsa, ul. "Haydushka Polyana" 57-58, 1612 Motopista, Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria
It’s time for the third edition of Sofia CrossSwords! Yet again we welcome you in the capital of Bulgaria in the first weekend of November.
As with the previous year, we are working on bringing you both our core formats and something new.
We are going bigger yet again, with 6 tournament categories in 2 days:
Open Longsword – 32 spots
Open Light Longsword – 20 spots
Ladies’ Longsword – 20 spots
Open Arming Sword – 24 spots
Open Sword&Buckler – 20 spots
Ladies’ Arming Sword – 20 spots
For the big Open Longsword tournament we will have the same format as before – each participant will get at least 7 matches and will have the privilege to judge just as many.
All other categories will be judged by a team of selected international referees.
Arming sword and Sword and buckler disciplines are with provided weapons, the arming sword yet again being the SIGI Junior.
All participants can sign up for a Main discipline in the Open categories and add secondary ones as well. One caveat this year is that when it comes to Longsword, you have to choose between the Open and Open Light categories – you cannot sign up for both.
Ladies may join the Ladies tournaments in addition to the Open ones.
If you have any questions, do let us know in comments, private messages or email – sofia.crossswords@gmail.com

Dutch Lions Cup 2024
2024-11-02 08:00 - 2024-11-03 18:00 (Europe/Bratislava) | Oegstgeest, Oegstgeest, South Holland, Netherlands
Dutch Lions Cup, international Longsword tournament on 2 & 3 November 2024.
Organised by Zwaard & Steen, HVN and the Dutch HEMA Federation.
City: Oegstgeest (29 km from Schiphol Airport)
Disciplines: longsword open, longsword women and more (TBA)
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1109129683544590
Facebook fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/dutchlionscup

FIERRO
2024-11-08 - 2024-11-10
II asturian HEMA Gathering in Oviedo (North of Spain)

DEON
2024-11-09 - 2024-11-10
DEON is a medium sized weekend of classy workshops and a friendly tournament. The workshops will be lead by guest Julian Schrattenecker (Rapier and Cape), Sarina Wagner (Historical Dances), Moreno dei Ricci (Dual Swords) and Tobias Zimmermann (Smallsword). The tournament will be held either with Rapier or with the sidesword. As the two tournaments are simultaneous, the applicants have to pick one or else enjoy an afternoon of free fencing.

Tyrnhaw
2024-11-09 - 2024-11-10 | Mestská športová hala – Trnava, Rybníkova 15, Trnava, 91701, Slovakia (Slovak Republic)
The prestigious Central European HEMA tournament held in Trnava is renowned for its focus on longsword competition. With a long tradition, the event features large pools with many intense fights as fighters vie for the laurel wreath. Matches are officiated by referees under the supervision of the Slovak Federation, ensuring fair play and high standards. Victorious competitors will have their names immortalised on the Tyrnhaw Steel Wheel of Fame.

Alpeadria HF League - Belluno
2024-11-10 | Palasport De Mas, Via Aristide Gabelli, 20, Belluno, Belluno, 32100, Italy
ALPEADRIA HISTORICAL FENCING LEAGUE is a multi-stage Historical Fencing championship organized within the sports promotion body ASC.
There will be four stages, taking place in the Triveneto area:
• November 10th
📍Belluno (BL)
🤺 Sabre – Rapier and Dagger
• February 2nd
📍Trieste (TS)
🤺 Rapier and Dagger e ~ Two-Handed Sword
• 1April 13th
📍 Marcon (VE)
🤺 Sabre ~ Two-Handed Sword
• June 15th
📍 Conegliano (TV)
🤺 Finals for all the disciplines
The first stage will be held in Belluno.
Location: Palasport de Mas, Via Aristide Gabelli, 20, 32100 Belluno (BL).
The available disciplines will be SABRE and RAPIER AND DAGGER, divided into male and female categories.
PRICES – €20 per discipline
MAX 50 SPOTS FOR THE MALE CATEGORY
In order to support the Italian women’s HEMA category, we have decided not to impose a limit on the female category.
To register, simply follow the form:
https://forms.gle/w28GLBgmGSTWjqQ48
Registration period: 15 September 2024 – 27 October 2024
For more, please follow:
https://www.instagram.com/alpeadriahfleague/
https://t.me/AlpeadriaHFLeague

MERCS Malta Longsword Open
2024-11-16 09:00 - 2024-11-17 16:00 (Europe/Malta) | B.Bontadini, Birkirkara, Malta, St Theresa College, Mriehel, Birkirkara, Malta
Get ready to feel the thrill of the fight at MERCS Malta’s first open longsword competition. Historical fencers of every level can come together to showcase their talent and love for HEMA. With a series of thrilling bouts and a welcoming community, don’t miss out on the action. Follow our event page for more information!
https://fb.me/e/kpXpls5nP

Coornhert Sidesword Gathering
2024-11-16 09:00 - 2024-11-17 17:00 (Europe/Amsterdam)
Welcome to the Coornhert Sidesword Gathering 2024! After last years great succes we are back to gather once more on saturday 16 and sunday 17 november in the great city of Gouda and focus on the beautiful weapon that is the Sidesword.
What will the event consist of?
Three instructors giving workshops on various sidesword techniques (and sidearms);
This year we will welcome Ruben Ragno taking on Reitzen-Nemen-Treffen with Meyer Rapier, Emilia Skirmuntt taking on Sword & Cape and Martin Höppner of Schildwache Potsdam taking on fighting with two swords!
Keep an eye on our event on Facebook!

Circle City Steel Clash
2024-11-17 | 1706 Pleasant St.Noblesville IN 46060, US, 1706 Pleasant St., Noblesville, IN, 46060, United States
This will be our third tournament. Its purpose is to give our fencers and other local fencers their best experience in competitive combat – in as smooth and stress-free a way as possible. We are including a foam sword format event for those who don’t have full protection yet – everyone is welcome to come and try!
In addition, we’ve decided to divide the Steel Longsword event into “Advanced” and “Novice” to make the transition as easy and pleasant as possible. Please read the updated rules and watch the explanatory videos!
This event will also help our volunteer directors practice judging in a real-world environment while maintaining a friendly and open atmosphere—everyone will be asked for opinions, suggestions, etc.
We will award 1st, 2nd, and two 3rd places.
The tournament check-in starts at 9 am and ends 5 min before the beginning of the event.
The start time of each event will be posted after November 1st.
Events list:
Poking Fracas (Steel Rapier)
Steel Brawl (Advanced Steel Longsword)
Rookie Skirmish (Novice Steel Longsword)
Foam Rumble (Foam Longsword)

Antoni Olbrychski – Competitive Longsword Fencing + OPEN HALL on Sunday
2024-11-23 10:00 - 2024-11-24 14:00 (Europe/Bratislava) | Dresden, Germany, Dresden, Germany
Seminar on Saturday / Open Hall on Sunday
In this seminar, Antoni Olbrychski, an internationally acclaimed fencer and instructor, will delve into the intricacies of competitive longsword fencing. This session is designed to help participants enhance their performance by focusing on the most effective actions and exercises specifically tailored for competitive contexts.
Participants will explore how different HEMA rulesets (Polish, Slovakian, Scandinavian) emphasize various aspects of combat. Antoni will guide you through the tactical wheel of fencing, showing how training under different rules can help you identify and improve weaker areas in your fencing technique.
Key topics include:
The specifics of competitive longsword training
Techniques for avoiding doubles during attacks
Effective strategies for countering undercuts to the hands
Understanding the benefits and risks of training with Right of Way
Identifying and developing a fencer’s special skills
The workshop will blend technical exercises with task-based sparring, providing a comprehensive approach to mastering competitive longsword fencing.
Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or looking to sharpen your skills, this seminar offers valuable insights into the tactical and technical aspects of fencing under various rulesets, helping you become a more versatile and effective fencer.
FULL TOURNAMENT GEAR IS NEEDED!

MALTA International Historical Fencing Meeting 2024
2024-11-29 08:00 - 2024-12-02 17:00 (Europe/Malta) | Fort St Angelo, Malta
Join us again in Malta for the 13th edition of the Malta Historical Fencing Meeting 2024.
This is the annual event organized by the Malta Historical Fencing Association. The event is spread over 4 days. The main focus are workshops given by top international instructors in different weapons and styles, lots of time for sparring, lectures, and ofcourse all the social aspects that these kinds of events bring. All this is done in the beautiful backdrop of Fort St Angelo. Looking forward to seeing you all!

Goats of War
2024-11-30
After the succesfull first event, we are pleased to officially announce the second edition of the tournament « Goats of War » !
The tournament will take place over one day, on Saturday November 30th 2024, focussed on longsword.
The location is our sport hall in Fallais, in Belgium, between Liege and Brussels.
2 categories : open (mix) and women tournaments
Results of the tournament will be submitted to HEMA ratings.
More information in the coming weeks and on the event page.
Save the date and train hard !
https://www.facebook.com/events/450030364112017

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

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

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.

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)

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

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 !

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

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

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–

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/

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.

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

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

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

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

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/
