VERA GUARDIA
ACADEMY OF THE SWORD

Historical Exhibition Swordplay

The perfect place for returning and new fencers. Learn Historical swordplay for public exhibition with set ranks and syllabus per grade.

HEMA/Competitive Fencing

Don a mask and jacket, and learn to compete in Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) with expert coaching in historical and classical/modern olympic swords

Artistic Fencing

Get creative and explore theatrical swordplay. Understand how to choreograph routines and make your fencing fit for the big stage/screen.

Specialty Classes

Expand your swordfighting appetite by exploring unique weapons like the 'smallsword' and 'halberd'.