snake eyes Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 The Exiles Sheffield Study Group Hello, we are Sheffield's only HEMA / Western Martial Arts Study Group focusing primarily on the Historical European Martial Art of Fiore dei Liberi. We are registered members of The British Federation of Historical Swordplay http://www.thebfhs.org.uk We currently train twice a week; 7:30pm - 9:30pm on Tuesday evenings at The Arbourthorne Social Centre, East Bank Road, Sheffield, S2 2AL 4pm - 6pm on Sunday afternoons at Barlborough Village Hall, High St, Barlborough, S43 4ET The system includes; - Unarmed Striking and Grappling - Dagger attack and defence - Longsword in one and two hands - Poleaxe and Spear Weapons Our primary study is focused on the 600 year old historical work of Master Fiore dei Liberi. The martial system Fiore laid down is very no-nonsense in approach and the Exiles learn the Art with this mentality in practice. Here are highlights of last year's longsword tournaments at Swash; Men's: Women's: Cost per session is £7, with the first session FREE! Annual membership cost is £30. Loan equipment is available for beginners. All members must be 16 and over, with under 18s accompanied by a parent or guardian. All are welcome and we look forward to training with you! Email*sheffield@the-exiles.org.uk Website:*http://www.the-exiles.org.uk/ Facebook:*http://www.facebook.com/TheExilesSheffield ---------- Post added 17-09-2014 at 16:07 ---------- The New York Times has just done a video and article on HEMA http://www.nytimes.com/video/sports/100000003040466/inside-the-world-of-longsword-fighting.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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