Historical European Martial Arts

5 European HEMA Tournaments to Consider

Europe is home to some of the most prestigious Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) tournaments in the world. If you're a HEMA enthusiast looking for some of the best tournaments to participate in or spectate, check out these 5 HEMA tournaments in Europe.

Is HEMA Effective as a Martial Art or Self Defense Technique?
HEMA, or Historical European Martial Arts, has gained popularity in recent years as a form of martial arts and self defense. But is HEMA truly effective in modern times? 
The Growing Popularity of Historical European Martial Arts

 In recent years, HEMA has gained a growing following around the world, with practitioners training, competing, and sharing their knowledge in a variety of contexts.

In this article, we'll introduce you to HEMA and explore its popularity in the United States and around the world

Why are There No Western Martial Arts?

If you're interested in martial arts, you may have noticed that there are many styles and traditions from Asia, but relatively few from the West. This might lead you to wonder: Why Are There No Western Martial Arts? 

What is an Historical European Martial Arts Tournament?
Historical European martial arts (HEMA) tournaments are events that bring together practitioners from around the world to compete and showcase their skills in a variety of disciplines. 
How Much Does It Cost to Get into Historical European Martial Arts?

The cost of HEMA can vary depending on a number of factors, such as the type of equipment you need, the location and availability of clubs or schools, and your own personal goals and interests. In this article, we'll explore some of the costs associated with HEMA.

Longsword & Federschwert: Specifications & Introduction

If you're interested in historical European martial arts, you may have heard of the longsword. But how heavy is a longsword, and what makes it different from other swords?

What happened to European Martial Arts?

If you're interested in martial arts, you may have noticed that there are many styles and traditions from Asia, such as karate, judo, and taekwondo, but relatively few from Europe. This might lead you to wonder: What Happened to European Martial Arts?

Why are there no European Martial Arts?
If you're interested in martial arts, you may have noticed that there are many styles and traditions from Asia, such as karate, judo, and taekwondo, but relatively few from Europe. This might lead you to wonder: Why are there no European Martial Arts?
Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) - An Introduction
Historical European Martial Arts, or HEMA, is a growing discipline that focuses on the reconstruction and revival of European martial arts traditions from the past. These traditions include fencing, sword fighting, and other combat techniques that were used by knights,...