The Institute For Historical Arts

The Institute For Historical Arts We are recognised on the international competition circuit and regularly send our more advanced members to compete in tournaments within the UK and Europe.

The Institute for Historical Arts is a Dundee based historical European martial arts school (HEMA) that is focused on working with the local community to give a well structured activity to Dundee and the surrounding area. Find us on Discord - https://discord.gg/YKZuvh2D

The Institute for Historical Arts is a Dundee-based historical European martial arts club that is focused on working with the local community to give a well structured activity to Dundee and the surrounding area. We mainly study German Longsword as described in the Starhemberg Fechtbuch (“Pseudo-Peter Von Danzig”) and in Joachim Meyer’s 1570 book “Thorough Descriptions of the Art of Fencing” but also occasionally teach lessons on other systems.

Only one day til Edgebana!
02/10/2026

Only one day til Edgebana!

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Thankyou so much to The Knight Shop International for sponsoring Edgebana 2026!“The Knight (HEMA) Shop is one of Europe’...
28/09/2026

Thankyou so much to The Knight Shop International for sponsoring Edgebana 2026!

“The Knight (HEMA) Shop is one of Europe’s largest retailers and wholesalers of replica militaria and associated giftware. As the UK’s market leaders their impressive portfolio boasts a 1,000 sq. ft. Shop opposite the World Heritage Conwy Castle, a 12,000 sq. ft. showroom and distribution Centre.”

https://www.thehemashop.com/

https://www.facebook.com/theknightshop

Thankyou very much to Tods Workshop/Tod Cutler for sponsor this years Edgebana!“Tods Workshops craft historic weaponry a...
26/09/2026

Thankyou very much to Tods Workshop/Tod Cutler for sponsor this years Edgebana!

“Tods Workshops craft historic weaponry and artefacts to the highest standards. We start by looking at what was made before and replicating it.

Simply put, we look carefully at historic pieces and then we make what we see.

We strive to use the correct materials and processes where possible and our aim is to make pieces that would be indistinguishable from those of the past . Our work looks like it is made by hand, because it is made by hand and everything we make is fully functional.

Tods Workshops creates 3 kinds of work:

“In stock” - A range of work is available from stock and ready for immediate shipping.

“Bespoke” – A range of pieces that can have aspects customised to your exact requirements, be it crossbows, daggers or scabbards or swords.

“Commissions” – Whatever you want created just for you and can’t find else where on the site.”

“https://todsworkshop.com/
https://www.facebook.com/TodsWorkshop
https://uk.pinterest.com/todsworkshop/
https://www.instagram.com/todsworkshop/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWnlQMQ-ACfhpD68yWRsnJw”

A big Thankyou to BlackFencer for sponsoring Edgebana 2026“Inheriting of a several years making up idea, Black Fencer ar...
24/09/2026

A big Thankyou to BlackFencer for sponsoring Edgebana 2026

“Inheriting of a several years making up idea, Black Fencer arises as a need of innovation in the Historical Fencing world, trying to fill the holes in specialized equipment needed to practice this wonderful martial art. Our goal is to offer quality and specialization, with innovative designs to improve training and competitions. This idea is the product of different projects brought to reality as refined products.”

https://blackfencer.com/en/
https://www.facebook.com/blackfencerhema
https://www.instagram.com/blackfencer_hema/

Thankyou so much to Malleus Martialis for sponsoring this years edgebana “WE ARE A TEAM OF SIX passionate, creative indi...
22/09/2026

Thankyou so much to Malleus Martialis for sponsoring this years edgebana

“WE ARE A TEAM OF SIX passionate, creative individuals—hard workers, really—who believe ideas can change the world. Malleus Martialis has been a wild, ambitious ride since ten years, and it still is!

Our working process was learned the hard way, with courage and grit. Blending research and our signature craftsmanship, every sword begins by listening to our customers, who are fencers and collectors.”

https://malleusmartialis.com/
https://www.facebook.com/malleusmartialis
https://www.instagram.com/malleusmartialis
https://www.linkedin.com/company/malleusmartialis/

A big Thankyou to Regenyei Armory for sponsoring edgebana 2020!“In the world of HEMA, the name Regenyei stands for relia...
20/09/2026

A big Thankyou to Regenyei Armory for sponsoring edgebana 2020!

“In the world of HEMA, the name Regenyei stands for reliability.
With over 15 years of experience and continuous development, our products are used worldwide in nearly every HEMA event and club. As a leading manufacturer, we take great pride in our craftsmanship, ensuring that every fencer — dedicated to this art — has access to high-quality, reliable equipment at an affordable price.”

“https://regenyei.com/
https://www.facebook.com/RegenyeiArmory
https://www.instagram.com/regenyeiarmory/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEorN_pe_IRF5qr82PkODYw”

Address

The Friary, Tullideph Doad
Dundee
DD22PN

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30pm - 10pm
Wednesday 7:30pm - 10pm

Telephone

07583465044

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