- Anyone who loves fantasy tales, who has imagined being a noble warrior or a “knight in shining armor”;
Video gamers who want to experience the realities of the “power moves” they see on-screen;
- LARPers and reenactors who want to bring a new level of historical realism to their activities;
- Athletes looking for an interesting cross-training activity;
- Actors and performers seeking an unusual, dynamic style of stage combat;
- Anyone seeking an exercise activity emphasizing range-of-motion, coordination, and balance;
- Teens, 16 and up, whose personalities aren’t well-suited to the heavy competition pressures of other traditional youth sports – we keep the focus on learning, having fun, and making friends, rather than worrying about who is winning.
Why should I do this?
Like those knights-in-training of old, the focus of San Diego Longsword is not just on physical skill, but also on the values of self-discipline, respect, trust, sportsmanship, and honor – the values of the code of chivalry!
Each session of San Diego Longsword is conducted in a safe, supportive environment under the supervision of Scott Farrell (director of the Chivalry Today Educational Program) and his staff of instructors.
Come join us for San Diego Longsword medieval sword-combat training – whether you want to learn to cross swords and spar with fellow students, or just get a low-impact workout through the range-of-motion physical techniques of the art of defense (it’s like yoga with a sword). Classes for adults and youth/teens (10 and up) are held weekly!
Will I get to fight at my first class?
Students will get to drill with the longsword and an experienced student partner. However, while we appreciate the enthusiasm that students bring to this martial art, it is a complex and subtle system of fighting; on average it takes about 8-10 weeks for students to learn enough techniques to begin slow speed freeplay. Think of the Medieval Longsword Experience as the sword equivalent of your first piano lesson. It’s going to be a while before you’re ready to play your first concert. However, if you’re willing to make the commitment to learning the technique, we’re confident that we can get you there!
What should I wear? What should I bring?
San Diego Longsword provides all of the loaner equipment necessary to get you started!
Students should wear comfortable athletic clothing. Closed toed non-marking athletic shoes are required for all attendees. Please, do not wear boots or sandals.
I have more questions, how do I get into contact with you?
Give us a call, shoot us a text, or send us an email and we’ll be sure to get back to you as soon as possible!
Phone: 619-742-2315
Email: Scott@chivalrytoday.com