The Glamorgan school of Arms Swansea
I'm Very sorry to say the school is no longer open. Ever since the GSA was opened it was run on the principle everyone should have access. Most of the time the school ran at a loss. After paying for the hall hire 100% of what little the school made went into getting loan equipment that anyone could borrow as personal finances shouldn't stop people becoming involved in a hobby.
Guess I couldn't keep it going forever.
If you know the details you know. I'll leave the page up for now as I've still got resources in the members section.
To those who have supported me over the past ten years thank you. I miss you all.
Chris
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Welcome
Ever wondered how a sword was used properly? What it takes to fight with a historical weapon such as a sword in a combat situation and not just for show or display? Well, maybe we are the club for you?
We are a Swansea based Western Martial Arts group, studying in the main techniques for long-handled and single-handed sword combat used in the period from the 13th and 16th Centuries, as well as 18th Century self defense.
Our practice sessions do not only teach a variety of different skills needed to wield a sword, but are also a good way to get fit and have fun.
If you are interested in learning how a sword or dagger was used to fight historically and you want to practice in an atmosphere of respect, a shared passion for the subject and appreciation for skill than you should come along to our weekly sessions and have a go.
We do not practice in order to enter sporting competition or enhance public shows, rather we look at and study serious martial or combat applications of the techniques used in Western history.
Despite popular held believes about the lack of a rich tradition in the West, there is substantial historical evidence and numerous fencing manuals in existence which show a tradition as old and technically developed as Martial Arts found in China or Japan. We use specific, historical reference material for our classes,
So I hope we can welcome you to one of our training practices in the near future!
Chris Newham
Head Instructor