HEMA schools located in Austin, TX and Traverse City, MI
The Historical Weapons Guild is focused on the study and recreation of Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA). Our primary focus is applying fight mechanics across multiple weapon systems including Longsword, Rapier, Singlesword, and Dagger.
See that? SWORDS! You could be doing that too.
Like right now.
What is your favorite sword?
08/19/2026
Make a HEMA instructor's day and put that gear away.
It saves them from having to hex you later.
What's the piece of gear you always forget to put away?
Looking forward to sharing swords with folks The Folded Leaf on Friday with Jillian Laine! Swords and swords and more swords....and books!
Come on out at 5:30 for a super fun author event!
08/10/2026
We love to teach people how to safely hit their friends! Whether you're looking for a date night idea or want to have some interesting weekend plans to talk about on Monday, we got you! Check out our website for info on setting up your DAGGER DATE to stab a friend, lover, or frenemy for an hour with the weapon of your choice!
What would you choose?
07/31/2026
Don't have enough swords in your life? Great! Us too!
You can now find us on SUBSTACK! Get a little swords delivered right to your inbox every month.
07/29/2026
Head on over to Tank Space on 8th for a little outdoor Nerd Nite! Swords and fun and more swords.
07/27/2026
We love welcoming women to the sword! Don't let fear hold you back or worry about inclusion. We have women instructors who love swords and also probably a little bit just want to create armies of Valkyries. We are ready to support you on your sword journey.
07/24/2026
What would you rather be doing than swords? Acceptable answers are:
Reading about swords
Researching swords
Watching movies about swords.
Who knows what will be your favorite? Sign up for a Beginners Course or set a Dagger Date to try out as many weapons as you can! You could even book some exhibition fighting and our weapons petting zoo for your next event.
07/17/2026
Singlestick isn't quite as visible in the HEMA world as some weapons, but it has a rich history that was woven into society through fiction, military application, and shenanigans. Check out these fun facts about this lesser known sword form.
| Monday | 6:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 7pm - 10pm |
| Thursday | 6:30pm - 8pm |
| Friday | 7pm - 10pm |
| Saturday | 11:30am - 1:30pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 1pm |