Required Gear
- Loose fitting pants
- Indoor Athletic Shoes
- Either gardeners gloves or fencing gloves (see links below)
- A long sleeve shirt
- Padding for sparring (See links below)
While we have some gear in house for beginners, all weapons and protective gear are on a first come, first serve basis. We hope that our affordable prices allow you to purchase your own gear to bring to our classes.
Provided Gear
- Beginner Rapier and Dagger
- Helmet
- Gorget
Recommended Gear
Gloves, Helmets, and Gorgets
Recommended Padding for New Students:
Other Providers:
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HF Armory has a heavier helmet as well
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Purpleheart Armory also has a wide selection of protective gear
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Armstreet for historical looking gloves
Weapons
Swords and Daggers for New Students:
Other Weapon Providers:
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Castille Armory for the largest range of gear
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Purpleheart Armory additional HEMA weapons
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Darkwood Armory for economic parts
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HF Armory for cheap, reasonable gear
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James Vandsant for custom weapons
Padding and Pants
Recommended Padding for New Students:
Other Gambeson Providers:
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Zen Warrior for lightweight Gambesons
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Purpleheart Armory for modern Gambesons
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Steel Mastery for Fantasy Gambesons
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Armstreet for all Medieval Clothing