A Fechtschule is an old European tradition in which local and visiting instructors would host a unique event to offer focused combat training, present skillful displays, and hold specialized tournaments to amuse and entertain excited spectators. Keeping with this tradition we invite you to join us March 16th-18th in Houston, Texas for the third annual:
FECHTSCHULE AMERICA!!!
March 16-18th 2012 Houston, Texas. U.S.A.
Once again we are amassing top caliber instructors from all over the world to provide the absolute best instruction possible to the American audiences. This year's teaching staff will, once again, include instructors teaching for the first time in the U.S. as well as some of your favorites from years past! Participants can expect many of the great activities from previous events and a few new surprises....as always! Don't miss out on this fantastic training opportunity!
Fechtschule America is home to North America's largest open international longsword tournament. Additionally, in previous years Fechtschule America has helped break new competitive ground by hosting the first open international dussack tournament and the first fully-realized Franco-Belgian Guild rules longsword tournament in several hundred years. This year Fechtschule America will host both of these tournaments as well North America's largest WMA/HEMA specific open international longsword tournament. We are also working on yet another unique competitive fencing opportunity but we'll announce that at a later date!
Come put your school's technique to the test on the biggest competitive stage in this side of the Atlantic Ocean and show the world what you've got in North America's most prestigious WMA/HEMA specific competition:
The Hammertertz Forum Open International Tournaments!
Enjoy these videos of the finals from last year!
Rest assured that even in this tight economy the hosts of Fechtshule America are dedicated to keeping the costs low and the value high. We will be offering discounted hotel arrangements and free travel to and from the airport for our out of town guests. See the appropriate pages for all the details.
Registration is open and we are finalizing the instruction staff and schedule of events. Check the site frequently for the latest details such as tournament rules, updated instructor lists, schedules, and some of our surprise events!
This event is perfect for martial artists, researchers, stage combatants, sports fencers, SCA/re-enactors/LARP, and living history enthusiasts of all skill levels.
We'll see you in Houston!
Fechtshule America is hosted by Schwert am Schwert, Houston in association with these fine WMA/HEMA groups:
Fechtschule America logo design provided by Henry Rhodes.
