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Schedule

07/20/2025 - 07/26/2025
Sun
20 Mon
21 Tue
22 Wed
23 Thu
24 Fri
25 Sat
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Sunday

9:00am - 11:00am

Sunday Morning Rapier

11:00am - 12:00pm

Youth Historical Fencing (11 to 13)

Ronin Richards
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Introduction to Historical Fencing

Ted Elsner
Oberhau Passing Step

Introduction to Historical Fencing

Looking for a place to get started? This class is with head instructor Ted Elsner and will take you through your first lesson. This is a great place to get started to learn more about Historical Fencing. This class is not a drop in class, please book if you plan to attend. 

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Longsword: Essentials

Ted Elsner

Longsword: Essentials

A beginner friendly class to introduce people to the use of the German longsword. 

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Longsword: Techniques

Ted Elsner, Arthur Henry

Longsword: Techniques

An in depth exploration of techniques found in the German tradition of Kunst des Fechtens using the longsword. Completion of the Longsword: Essentials class is required to attend. 

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Liechtenauer Lift'n Hour

Peter Morrow, Arthur Henry

Liechtenauer Lift'n Hour

The Liechtenauer Lift’n Hour is a strength training class designed for historical fencers who want to build functional strength. While experienced lifters are welcome, the class is geared toward beginners. Participants will follow a 5x5 strength program with coaching on proper form. Those who attend the Sunday class may also use the school’s equipment during the week under instructor supervision.

3:00pm - 4:00pm

KdF Dagger and Grappling

Alexander Snook

KdF Dagger and Grappling

The German Kunst des Fechtens includes the use of many weapons, including the rondel dagger and grappling. This class explores this portion of the tradition and is acceptable for beginners or advanced students alike. 

5:00pm - 7:00pm

TSL LEDSaber meetup

Douglas “Nytshaed” Leonard

21
Monday

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Open Mat and Private Training Available by Appointment

6:00pm - 6:50pm

Youth LED Saber

Douglas “Nytshaed” Leonard

Youth LED Saber

A beginner friendly class on the Lightsaber for Children (8+) and parents taught by Douglas 'Nytshaed' Leonard, a TSL champion fencer. Embrace your inner desires and learn to use that elegant weapon of a more civilized age. 

7:00pm - 9:00pm

The Sword in One Hand

Chris "Mongoose" Ryan

The Sword in One Hand

The goal of this class is to study and apply 16th century sources for sword in one hand and using an additional object in your off hand. The class will mainly focus on Sidesword manuals. A shorter rapier (37" or less for most people) with hand protection is sufficient for the class. Basket hilts, sabers, and arming swords with padded or gauntleted hands will work with most of the material we will cover. Padded Hema jackets are not required but additional protection for elbow, knee, and back of head are needed for sparring. Calibration will be lighter than HEMA tournament standards. Various offhand weapons will be made available depending on the topic of the day.

22
Tuesday

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Martial Arts Conditioning

Stefan Voss

Martial Arts Conditioning

This class is 1 hour of fitness and conditioning training focused on martial arts fundamentals. Each session consists of basic boxing and kickboxing drills, calisthenics and cardio conditioning, along with strategies for managing/preventing gassing out. No experience is necessary, everyone will get their ass kicked at their own fitness level.

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Fundamentals of Italian Rapier

Arthur Henry

Fundamentals of Italian Rapier

A Fundamentals to Italian Rapier class is taught by Arthur Henry, the number 2 ranked Rapier and Dagger fencer in the world. This is an intense class for people looking to improve their fencing performance in a competitive setting. A water bottle is recommended for this class. 

23
Wednesday

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Open Mat and Private Training Available by Appointment

6:00pm - 7:00pm

The Art of Smallsword

Peter Morrow

The Art of Smallsword

This class immerses you in the elegant world of French smallsword fencing, a refined martial art steeped in history. From mastering footwork to executing precise thrusts, you'll learn the artistry and precision of this classical form, honing both body and mind in the process. Taught by Peter Morrow of the Diamond Rose Academy d’Arms

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Fight Night: Two Hours of Open Mat

Arthur Henry

Fight Night: Two Hours of Open Mat

Our Wednesday Fight Night is open to anyone who wants an opportunity to test their skills. You don't need to train in HEMA or be a member of the school to participate, however there is a $20 for non members. Prepaid members my use their purchased classes or pay the drop in fee. Monthly, semi annual, and annual memberships include free access to this. 

If this is your first time attending you may fight for free.

24
Thursday

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Open Mat and Private Training Available by Appointment

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Longsword: Essentials

Ronin Richards, Ted Elsner

Longsword: Essentials

A beginner friendly class to introduce people to the use of the German longsword. 

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Longsword: Techniques

Ted Elsner

Longsword: Techniques

An in depth exploration of techniques found in the German tradition of Kunst des Fechtens using the longsword. Completion of the Longsword: Essentials class is required to attend. 

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Destreza - The Sword Alone

Kaden Wang

Destreza - The Sword Alone

This beginner friendly class explores the use of the sword in the Spanish fencing tradition. 

25
Friday

10:00am - 10:50am

Morning Rapier participation

Douglas “Nytshaed” Leonard
7:00pm - 9:00pm

BattleTech(Library)

Douglas “Nytshaed” Leonard

26
Saturday

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Intro to Highland Broadsword Study Group

Andrew Pietersen

Intro to Highland Broadsword Study Group

This study group class meets every Sunday to explore the use of the Highland Broadsword and other British Military weapons. As this is a study group session and not a formal class it involves more interaction with period texts than other classes. Students will be expected to be prepared to discuss elements of the text. Additionally study group sessions may be cancelled unexpectedly, please contact us via info@sachema.com if you are looking to attend. 

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5:00pm - 5:50pm

LED Saber

Douglas “Nytshaed” Leonard

LED Saber

Come on out to Learn or hone your light Saber skills!

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So you want to learn to use a sword?

So you want to learn to use a sword?

Swords are iconic, sword fighting is fun. At the Sacramento Historical Fencing Academy there is nothing we love more than sharing this art with other people. We offer training in a variety of historical fencing arts and would like to invite you to come out and take a free class with us. Just let us know what type of sword you'd like to learn to use!

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