Fechtschule America!!! March 16-18, 2012

[Bill F]

Scott,

I WILL be bringing my kit. Love to do some demos, talk about fighting in full harness and stuff like that. If you need any help just let me know... Glad to do so.

[Will Adamson]

I've been working on this for a while now due to a couple of inquiries. Right now the "official" answer is eighteen. I'm working on trying to get it sixteen or possibly even fourteen but I'm not sure we'll be able to do that yet. We'll make a mention of it on the website and possibly the forums once we get a final answer.

Is there someone specific in mind or just asking out of curiosity?

Mostly out of curiosity. I don't think any of my guys' families would be willing to travel so far. In the next few years a tournament might be enough to tip the scales toward going. I think they might want to do Longpoint first since it's not quite as far for us. I have two or three fourteen year olds right now. The other kids are thirteen.

I don't think a junior division tournament is meaningful unless there's at least six fighters. Between us and Swordscholar we should be able to manage that in the near future.

[Scott Brown]

Hi All!

We know you've been anxiously waiting for a Fechtschule America update so here it is!!!


ITEM- We've added a few more instructors to this year's roster. Be sure to check the "Instructors" and "Class Descriptions" pages to get more information on these recent additions. We are still talking with one or two more instructors so it may get even more difficult to decide which classes you are going to take!

ITEM- The schedule is now online and you can view that......wait for it......on the "Schedule" page! Minor adjustments may occur as we add more instructors but this is subject to circumstances as always. We've also spaced out the tournaments to better accommodate our Hammertertz Forum Tournament participants.

ITEM- We've finalized our hotel negotiations and we are proud to announce that we are moving to an even better hotel this year! The Sheraton Houston Brookhollow Hotel has worked very diligently to help us provide the absolute best possible experience for our Fechtschule America guests. We're getting the fantastic deal of $79 USD per night for Fechtschule America participants and that includes a free breakfast! Oh yes, the hot breakfast buffet is back, baby!!!


Registrations are pouring in and it looks like the 2012 Fechtschule America is going to be bigger and better than ever. Be sure to register early to take advantage of the early registration discount!

http://www.fechtschuleamerica.com/


We'll see you in Houston!

[Scott Brown]

Scott,

I WILL be bringing my kit. Love to do some demos, talk about fighting in full harness and stuff like that. If you need any help just let me know... Glad to do so.

Hi Bill,

Apologies for taking so long to reply. What can I say, I'm not much of a forum guy....

Anyway, PM me here, the WMAC boards, or find me on Facebook and get me your real world information and I'll keep you informed when/if something more formal develops for the armoured guys. If there is enough interest we may try to pull something off.

Look forward to meeting you,

Scott

[jayromandell]

Perhaps a juniors league or something? Do we have enough to fill a roster? That would be encouraging.

[Scott Brown]

Hi All!

This is the last week to take advantage of the early registration discount so register now and save!


Please enjoy these latest Fechtschule America updates:

-We are proud to announce that J. Christoph Amberger will be joining us and offering a very rare glimpse into "gedecktes Heibfechten!" See the "Class Descriptions" page of the Fechtschule America website to read more about this exciting opportunity to peer into the preparations of the famous Mensuren!

-Jason Taylor will be offering a class on the German sickle! Don't miss this great chance to play with this fascinating peasant weapon.

-We've negotiated discounted drink specials for your evening entertainment! Hard work all day deserves a reward so now you can play hard and save money at the same time! Do we know how to make swordsmen happy or what!?

-The schedule has been updated with minor changes and new classes. We're keeping the details of the "secret classes" quiet for now but you won't want to miss out!

-We're keeping a lid on the specifics but we can tell you that some new HEMA equipment will be showcased for the first time at Fechtschule America! Be the first to fondle the latest toys!

-The tournaments are filling up fast so get in early and reserve your spot!


More to follow in the coming weeks so keep spreading the word and register today!
http://www.fechtschuleamerica.com/


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[Scott Brown]

Perhaps a juniors league or something? Do we have enough to fill a roster? That would be encouraging.

There aren't quite enough juniors attending to warrant a full tournament yet but it's definitely on our radar for the future. Must encourage the next generation of swordsmen!

[Keith P. Myers]

Scott made this announcement via eMail over the weekend:

We are running a special discount on registration until the end of the
week (Sunday, February 12th) of $195 USD.

So for those of you that haven't registered yet, now's the time! There are some really cools things planned that you won't want to miss. For one, Christoph Amberger is going to be there! I don't know about the rest of you, but his book was one of the things that got me into HEMA many years ago.

[Jake Norwood]

Indeed, Keith.

The official announcement:

Time for another Fechtschule America update!


ITEM- In celebration of our largest event yet, we are offering a limited time reduced registration price! Register before Sunday, February 12th, 2012 and save $55 USD! If you or your friends have been wavering on whether or not to go then this is the sign you've been looking for! Get off the fence so you can get up and fence and take advantage of this fantastic opportunity! Register today at http://www.fechtschuleamerica.com

ITEM- The rules for the Hammertertz Forum Franco-Belgian Invitational Longsword Tournament have been posted on the website. All competitors are encouraged to review them today and start training now!

ITEM- More classes have been added to the schedule and can be viewed on the website. Welcome aboard, Maxime Chouinard!

ITEM- We are looking for intermediate to advanced level grapplers and dagger fighters interested in participating in a series of field-test bouts and possibly a small prototype tournament. If you'd like to participate in helping launch a competitive HEMA grappling and dagger environment you are encouraged to contact us at info@fechtschuleamerica.com today!


More exiting announcements coming in the following days so stay tuned! Register today and you won't miss out on all the fun!


Up with HEMA!

The Western Martial Arts Coalition
The Historical European Martial Arts Alliance

[Brian Stokes]

Hello to All,

Here is another reason to attend Fechtscuhule America. I will be presenting to the WMA community a formally unknown fencing manuscript at the event in Houston this year. This is an Italian manuscript dated to the 1420's - 1430's. Included within its pages are the guards "The Falcon," "High Guard," and "Under the Arm."

Hope to see you there.

Brian Stokes
Maestro, The Schola San Marco(tm)
http://www.scholasanmarco.com