Branches in Salt Lake City and Orem. Click a location to explore class options.
HEMA Alliance Affiliate
Branches in Salt Lake City and Orem. Click a location to explore class options.
HEMA Alliance Affiliate
True Edge Academy is part of a growing community dedicated to reconstructing the European martial arts of the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and later. Using historical fighting manuals and authentic training weapons, True Edge is rediscovering these lost arts of sword fighting.
HEMA stands for Historical European Martial Arts. This broad umbrella spans a period between ca. 1300-1800, and is rooted in the written and illustrated teachings of various masters from many European nations. The traditions within that umbrella weave a rich tapestry of weapon-sets and contexts. You can be a part of bringing these fencing arts back to life.
We believe strongly in equality and inclusivity, and we welcome anyone from any background or nationality to join the club. Height, weight, gender, or ethnicity are not barriers to participation in this art.
We primarily study and practice the German longsword as detailed by Johannes Liechtenauer. Other weapons of study include Sword and Buckler, Dussack, Messer, Rapier, Grappling, Polearms, and more.
Learning to read, study, and interpret the historic manuals and treatises is critical to the success of every student. Our interpretations are at the forefront of the HEMA community and our instructors teach workshops at events throughout the Western US.
Our instructors and students include multiple medalists with years of experience and a proven pedagogical approach.
Your support and contributions will allow us to make gear purchases, hold local events, and provide practice space. True Edge is a non-profit organization. Volunteers make HEMA happen.
