Maryland Training in Historical Swordmanship
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Jul
07
July 2026 Beginner Longsword Class
Crossfit Bel Air
8:15 PM – 9:30 PM
The Beginner Class starts July 7th 2026 and meets every Tuesday night until August 25th, 2026.
The Beginner Course will meet once a week on Tuesday evenings from 8:15 pm to 9:30 pm at Crossfit Bel Air (350 Granary Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050). The cost of $130 for individuals will cover all 8 weeks. If you are signing up with multiple people, please fill out the form for each participant.
Our club focuses on fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for adults interested in Historical European Martial Arts. Come make new friends and hit them with swords! What can be cooler than that? All you will need is comfortable athletic clothing and a water bottle, everything else will be provided by the club. We do NOT require any knowledge or experience with swords, weapons or martial arts.
If you have any questions please email mythshema@gmail.com
Students must be 16 years or older, but exceptions can be made for those that are physically and mentally mature. Physical limitations because the protective equipment is sized for adults, so they must be able to fit into the protective gear to participate.
Note: We are renting space from Crossfit Bel Air so we require a different membership. We only use synthetic and blunt swords for safety purposes.
Sign up today!
Oct
06
October 2026 Beginner Longsword Class
Crossfit Bel Air
8:15 PM – 9:30 PM
The Beginner Class starts October 6th 2026 and meets every Tuesday night until November 24th, 2026.
The Beginner Course will meet once a week on Tuesday evenings from 8:15 pm to 9:30 pm at Crossfit Bel Air (350 Granary Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050). The cost of $130 for individuals will cover all 8 weeks. If you are signing up with multiple people, please fill out the form for each participant.
Our club focuses on fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for adults interested in Historical European Martial Arts. Come make new friends and hit them with swords! What can be cooler than that? All you will need is comfortable athletic clothing and a water bottle, everything else will be provided by the club. We do NOT require any knowledge or experience with swords, weapons or martial arts.
If you have any questions please email mythshema@gmail.com
Students must be 16 years or older, but exceptions can be made for those that are physically and mentally mature. Physical limitations because the protective equipment is sized for adults, so they must be able to fit into the protective gear to participate.
Note: We are renting space from Crossfit Bel Air so we require a different membership. We only use synthetic and blunt swords for safety purposes.
Sign up today!
Past events
Apr
07
Past Event
April 2026 Beginner Longsword Class
Crossfit Bel Air
8:15 PM – 9:30 PM
The Beginner Class starts April 7th 2026 and meets every Tuesday night until May 26th, 2026.
The Beginner Course will meet once a week on Tuesday evenings from 8:15 pm to 9:30 pm at Crossfit Bel Air (350 Granary Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050). The cost of $130 for individuals will cover all 8 weeks. If you are signing up with multiple people, please fill out the form for each participant.
Our club focuses on fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for adults interested in Historical European Martial Arts. Come make new friends and hit them with swords! What can be cooler than that? All you will need is comfortable athletic clothing and a water bottle, everything else will be provided by the club. We do NOT require any knowledge or experience with swords, weapons or martial arts.
If you have any questions please email mythshema@gmail.com
Students must be 16 years or older, but exceptions can be made for those that are physically and mentally mature. Physical limitations because the protective equipment is sized for adults, so they must be able to fit into the protective gear to participate.
Note: We are renting space from Crossfit Bel Air so we require a different membership. We only use synthetic and blunt swords for safety purposes.
Sign up today!
Feb
03
Past Event
Sword & Buckler Vignette Class
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Matthew will be hosting a vignette-style Arming Sword & Buckler class, designed as a focused two-session crash course covering the absolute fundamentals needed to begin fencing with sword and buckler. This class will introduce the core wards, attacks, and binds, giving participants a solid 101 foundation for continued self-study and future one-on-one instruction with Matthew.
This offering is open to members only and participation will be limited due to equipment availability. Because of this, Matthew will personally select participants. Selection is not based on seniority, sign-up order, or technical ability. Please only sign up if you intend to prioritize this class over other training opportunities and can commit to attending both sessions.
This vignette is being run as an experimental format and may evolve into a more formal class in the future. For now, it’s an opportunity to explore sword and buckler fundamentals in a small, focused setting.
This will require an Arming sword and buckler. If you bring a sidesword, you will be turned away as the fighting and functions are different.
Jan
06
Past Event
January 2026 Beginner Longsword Class
Crossfit Bel Air
8:15 PM – 9:30 PM
The Beginner Class starts January 6th 2026 and meets every Tuesday night until February 24th, 2026.
The Beginner Course will meet once a week on Tuesday evenings from 8:15 pm to 9:30 pm at Crossfit Bel Air (350 Granary Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050). The cost of $130 for individuals will cover all 8 weeks. If you are signing up with multiple people, please fill out the form for each participant.
Our club focuses on fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for adults interested in Historical European Martial Arts. Come make new friends and hit them with swords! What can be cooler than that? All you will need is comfortable athletic clothing and a water bottle, everything else will be provided by the club. We do NOT require any knowledge or experience with swords, weapons or martial arts.
If you have any questions please email mythshema@gmail.com
Students must be 16 years or older, but exceptions can be made for those that are physically and mentally mature. Physical limitations because the protective equipment is sized for adults, so they must be able to fit into the protective gear to participate.
Note: We are renting space from Crossfit Bel Air so we require a different membership. We only use synthetic and blunt swords for safety purposes.
Sign up today!
Dec
16
2025
Past Event
Krampusfecht Holiday Tournament
CrossFit Bel Air
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Have you been a bit naughty… or maybe a little too nice this year? Don’t worry—at Krampusfecht, the only thing we’ll be judging is your swordsmanship! Though beware… Krampus might sprinkle a little anti-Klaus chaos magic on your footwork.
All MyTHS members are invited to join us on Tuesday, December 16th for a fun, festive, and slightly chaotic holiday tournament. Come celebrate the season, show off your skills, and win some prizes!
Horns optional. Confidence required.
Jun
08
2025
Past Event
Beginner Saber Class 2/4
CrossFit Bel Air
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Start on June 1 2025, MyTHS will be running a 4-week trial Beginner to Saber Class hosted by one of our members. Mike has been doing Saber for over 20 years and we will have all the required equipment. This will be included in your membership, so no additional calls.
We strongly recommend you sign up to secure your spot!
Jun
03
2025
Past Event
Destreza Rapier 1/4
CrossFit Bel Air
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Group Topic: Traverse Steps and Box/Square Stepping
Group Drills: Glove Dancing
Rapier Topic: Basics including how to hold the rapier, what is this style about, history of the rapier, and everything around getting to know the blade and the topic.
Step into the elegant and strategic world of La Verdadera Destreza — the Spanish tradition of rapier fencing. This 4-week class is designed for both newcomers to rapier and experienced fencers curious about Destreza’s unique approach. You’ll learn the foundational principles of this historical martial art, including posture, distance control, circular footwork, and the use of angles to dominate the fight with precision and efficiency.
Each week will focus on a core concept of the system, progressing from basic positioning and blade alignment to structured drills and tactical applications. By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of Destreza’s core mechanics and how it differs from other fencing traditions.
No prior rapier experience is required, but a basic familiarity with fencing or HEMA concepts will help. All equipment will be provided.
