


Conditioning Class - Fall Semester 2025
***50% off for anyone who purchases a Fall Semester 2025 membership. Please email us for the PROMO code before purchasing this membership***
Dates: September 8th to December 14th (one class per week)
We recommend the conditioning class for anyone who is interested in competing in HEMA tournaments - and for the sword fitness enthusiasts!
In this non-stylistic conditioning class, students will collaboratively work on fundamental aspects of fitness relevant to historical fencing. Special focus will be paid to explosiveness, flexibility, conscious body dynamics, and safe recovery with the intention of serving as additional training for fencers looking to elevate their art as well as preparation for tournaments. Additionally, fencers will learn basic precepts around grappling and grappling safety, which can apply to nearly any art.
To encourage fencers of all styles, this class has a reduced fee for any active member of Terra Nova Sword School!
What to expect:
Full-body workouts and mobility drills with moderate weight
Medium- to high-intensity cardio
Basic grappling, involving close contact and controlled falls
Discussion of tactics based on physical attributes
What to bring:
Water bottle
Comfortable shoes and shorts/pants
Yoga mat (optional but recommended)
***50% off for anyone who purchases a Fall Semester 2025 membership. Please email us for the PROMO code before purchasing this membership***
Dates: September 8th to December 14th (one class per week)
We recommend the conditioning class for anyone who is interested in competing in HEMA tournaments - and for the sword fitness enthusiasts!
In this non-stylistic conditioning class, students will collaboratively work on fundamental aspects of fitness relevant to historical fencing. Special focus will be paid to explosiveness, flexibility, conscious body dynamics, and safe recovery with the intention of serving as additional training for fencers looking to elevate their art as well as preparation for tournaments. Additionally, fencers will learn basic precepts around grappling and grappling safety, which can apply to nearly any art.
To encourage fencers of all styles, this class has a reduced fee for any active member of Terra Nova Sword School!
What to expect:
Full-body workouts and mobility drills with moderate weight
Medium- to high-intensity cardio
Basic grappling, involving close contact and controlled falls
Discussion of tactics based on physical attributes
What to bring:
Water bottle
Comfortable shoes and shorts/pants
Yoga mat (optional but recommended)