Historical European Martial Arts has a rather unusual relationship with books. In most combat sports, reading is...
HEMA
Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) is the study and practice of martial techniques from Europe’s past, based on historical fight manuals and treatises. It covers armed and unarmed combat, focusing on realistic and effective fighting techniques rather than choreographed or theatrical swordplay.
Joachim Meyer occupies a fascinating position in the history of European swordsmanship. Born around 1537 and dead...
Popular culture has given medieval sword fighting a rather peculiar reputation. Knights lumber around in armour so...
Johannes Liechtenauer is arguably the single most influential figure in the history of German martial arts. Although...
Historical European Martial Arts, better known as HEMA, is one of those hobbies that quietly pulls people...
Elegant, intimidating and unmistakably Renaissance, the rapier remains one of history’s most recognisable swords. Long associated with...
The final duel in The King (2019) is one of the most discussed medieval fight scenes of...
Rediscovering Europe’s Martial Past Historical European Martial Arts, better known as HEMA, is the study and practice...
Pierre de la Touche belongs to the fascinating generation of French fencing masters who helped transform the...
Sword fighting is one of humanity’s oldest martial traditions. Long before the sword became a symbol hanging...