Learn to swordfight with our beginner day at Bighorn Historical Combat! It’s fun, beginner-friendly, safe, and a great way to see if historical fencing is for you.

What to Expect

• Cost: Beginner day is free!

• Schedule: Beginner day runs alongside our regular classes with the same class schedule on Sunday from 11am - 2pm.

• What You’ll Learn: Alongside other beginners, you will learn the basics of the two handed Longsword and the single handed smallsword, including techniques, movements, and historical context.

• Bonus Insight: See real historical sources and learn how these techniques were applied in combat!

• Equipment: We provide all required PPE & swords required to get you fencing!

• Class Size: Beginner day is limited to 10 participants per month. Sign up now!
  

Age Requirements

• Age Requirement: Open to anyone 14 or older. Participants under 18 must have a legal guardian present on the first day to sign a liability waiver & to supervise training.

• Guardian Attendance: Legal guardians are required to stay during the duration of the training. Maybe come give it a try, too!

Ready to swing a sword? Join Bighorn Historical Combat in Airdrie & Calgary and learn to swordfight!