Group Class
At The SwordFight Club, our group classes centre around the longsword — the most iconic and widely practiced weapon in Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA).
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When
Every
Friday, 18:30–20:00
Notice:
This Friday, 24/10, there will be no class!!!
Next call will be on 31/10 as usual!!!
📍The Pavilion Leisure Centre, Studio 2
High Street, Bromley BR1 3EF
👉 Upon arrival, go to reception and let them know you're here for the Historical Fencing class in Studio 2. They’ll direct you to the room.
👥 Whether you're solo or want to bring a friend, you're welcome to drop in anytime — no experience necessary.
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Pricing
• £15 per class — pay by
cash or card on the day
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5-Class Pass: £65 (save £10) — tracked at each session
All essential training equipment is provided for beginners. Just wear comfortable sports clothing — and bring your curiosity!
🛡️ The Three Pillars of Longsword Training
Our training follows a rotating curriculum built on three core pillars, each based on a distinct historical fencing tradition. Each pillar runs for three months, offering focused and progressive development.
- Augsburg Group
Based on sources from southern Germany, this pillar draws primarily from the Bauman Fechtbuch (Codex Wallerstein) and incorporates the work of Antonius Rast, Paulus Hector Mair, and other Augsburg masters. It offers a bold, structured approach to longsword fencing, rich in grappling, timing, and control.
- Levada Tradition
Rooted in the teachings of Pietro Monte’s Collection and The Appraisal of Man, the works of a 15th-century Spanish-Italian mercenary, we have developed our interpretation of this distinctive combat method. It is founded on wrestling principles and relies primarily on variations of rising cuts and thrusts.
- Anonimo Bolognese
This fencing manuscript is one of the earliest works of the rich Bolognese swordsmanship tradition. It describes the art of fencing in remarkable detail, covering nearly every technical element. Through hundreds of fencing sequences, it teaches and explains the use of different weapons. From these sequences, we have created a simplified version adapted for the longsword, making it easier to learn and practice.
Each pillar is delivered across three levels:
- Beginner – Build strong fundamentals and body mechanics
- Intermediate/Advanced – Sharpen technique and tactical understanding
- Deep Dive – Explore historical context, fencing theory, and technical details