Meet the Instructors

Matt T
Lead Instructor
Matt has been training HEMA for over 10 years. He has a background in modern sabre fencing and focuses on British sabre and the works of Fiore, he also enjoys exploring the manuscripts and being able to put the techniques into action.

Sascha S
Lead Instructor (he/him)
Sascha has been training with swords in various settings for 25+ years. Still can’t get it out of his system. Approaches his lessons with high energy and maximum effort. Believes in training sustainably and empowering the individual.

Anna C
Lead Instructor
Anna has been training HEMA for 7 years, specialising in early Lichtenauer Longsword including tournament participation and visiting clubs across Europe. This has built her strong belief that there is no single, correct answer to any (sword related) question.

Cameron F
Lead Instructor
Voice of fitness and conditioning wisdom. Old hand on the mat, spending a surprising amount of time on the ground for a swordsman.

Emiliano R
Assistant Instructor
Traveller, adventure seeker, man of many swords. Fond of diagonal footwork, not so fond of throwing a curriculum together..
MANCHESTER SCHOOL OF ARMS
HISTORICAL SWORD ARTS
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