Historical Weapons Guild

Historical Weapons Guild HEMA schools located in Austin, TX and Traverse City, MI

The Historical Weapons Guild is focused on the study and recreation of Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA). Our primary focus is applying fight mechanics across multiple weapon systems including Longsword, Rapier, Singlesword, and Dagger.

09/04/2026

If competing is your goal, we've got you! Solid technique through partner drilling, sparring, and regular classes can get you there. Come check out some sword fighting in Northern Michigan on October 10th at the St. Ambrose Ren Faire or check us out in Austin in January 2027 for the WEIRD OPEN!

What weapon would you want to compete in?

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09/02/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month
If you or someone you know needs to talk, call or text 988
Confidential support 24/7

You are loved.
You are not alone.

08/28/2026

Who doesn't love the clink clink of steel?
Open Mat is the time for sparring, drills, and fun.

What weapon is your favorite to clink clink?

08/21/2026

See that? SWORDS! You could be doing that too.
Like right now.

What is your favorite sword?

Make a HEMA instructor's day and put that gear away. It saves them from having to hex you later.What's the piece of gea...
08/19/2026

Make a HEMA instructor's day and put that gear away.
It saves them from having to hex you later.

What's the piece of gear you always forget to put away?

08/12/2026

Looking forward to sharing swords with folks The Folded Leaf on Friday with Jillian Laine! Swords and swords and more swords....and books!
Come on out at 5:30 for a super fun author event!

We love to teach people how to safely hit their friends! Whether you're looking for a date night idea or want to have s...
08/10/2026

We love to teach people how to safely hit their friends! Whether you're looking for a date night idea or want to have some interesting weekend plans to talk about on Monday, we got you! Check out our website for info on setting up your DAGGER DATE to stab a friend, lover, or frenemy for an hour with the weapon of your choice!

What would you choose?

Don't have enough swords in your life? Great! Us too!You can now find us on SUBSTACK! Get a little swords delivered r...
07/31/2026

Don't have enough swords in your life? Great! Us too!
You can now find us on SUBSTACK! Get a little swords delivered right to your inbox every month.

Head on over to Tank Space on 8th for a little outdoor Nerd Nite! Swords and fun and more swords.
07/29/2026

Head on over to Tank Space on 8th for a little outdoor Nerd Nite! Swords and fun and more swords.

We love welcoming women to the sword! Don't let fear hold you back or worry about inclusion. We have women instructors...
07/27/2026

We love welcoming women to the sword! Don't let fear hold you back or worry about inclusion. We have women instructors who love swords and also probably a little bit just want to create armies of Valkyries. We are ready to support you on your sword journey.

Address

12112 Anderson Mill Road, Building 9, Unit B
Austin, TX
78757

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday 7pm - 8pm
Wednesday 7pm - 10pm
Thursday 6:30pm - 8pm
Friday 7pm - 10pm
Saturday 11:30am - 1:30pm
Sunday 10am - 1pm

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