Please Note: 

During the shelter-in-place order, we have instituted video classes for our students for a number of our classes. We will return to our regular schedule when we are able to do so. In the meantime, if you would like to join us for online lessons, please contact Jim to be included on the daily email list for video classes. We are happy to provide these classes to our community without charge while we cannot meet in person.

Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA)  (Ages 15+)

We are pleased to be offering a unique Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) program at EGF. If your interests lie more in the martial arts, this program may be for you. Every Tuesday from 7-9PM, Thursday from 7-9PM and Saturday from 9AM-12PM, Teens and Adults are welcome to try out our HEMA classes. We study the old texts written by the greatest sword masters in history. Take sword in hand, and learn about the proud history of the sword! Heavy saber is taught on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Thursdays and Saturdays feature the longsword and other Medieval weapons. Students as young as 13-14 years old may be accepted with proper training and coach permission. 

If you are interested in trying HEMA out, but with foam weapons rather than metal or plastic, then ask about our Foam Weapon HEMA classes.

Heavy Saber Class  (Ages 15+)

• Instructor: Erik Leidl
• Day and time: Thursdays, 7-9PM
• Cost: $20 Drop-in, or save money and become a member for as low as $40 - $60 per month (Depending on term and type of membership). Basic gear provided.
• What to wear: workout clothes, tennis shoes
• What to bring: A bottle of water and a change of clothes


HEMA Sparring Classes (Ages 15+)

• Day and time: Thursdays 7-9PM, Saturdays 9AM-12PM
• Cost: $20 Drop-in, or save money and become a member for as low as $40 - $60 per month (Depending on term and type of membership). Basic gear provided.
• What to wear: workout clothes, tennis shoes. An athletic cup is required for sparring.
• What to bring: A bottle of water and a change of clothes


Classical Fencing and Military Saber (Ages 15+)

• Day and time: Tuesdays, 6-9PM (By appointment)

Individual lessons are offered in Classical Foil and Saber, and 19th Century Military Saber technique. Learn the Art and science of self-defense with a single-handed sword. Study technique, tactics and combat.

All levels, 15 years and older. No experience necessary, first lesson is free. All gear is provided.

William Byrne is a Provost-at-Arms in Classical Italian fencing. William earned his degree through the Fencing Masters Program at SJSU, under the direction of Maestri w. Gaugler and R. Sahms. He is the current program coordinator for the Fencing Masters Certificate Program at SSU. 

Call 707-972-6167 for more information and to schedule a class.