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HISTORICAL EUROPEAN MARTIAL ARTS
GETTING STARTED WITH HEMA AT CBA
Students new to HEMA (or with previous experience but new to CBA)
are required to attend our HEMA onboarding information session.


SATURDAYS
1:30-2:30 PM
(FREE SESSION - No appointment or signup to attend!)
Join Coach Brandon (& possibly others!) for an hour of learning about what HEMA at CBA has to offer you!
Expect to absorb fascinating historical swordfighting information,
practice basic footwork/bladework exercises in preparation for your first
full class, and have a great time!
After completing your free onboarding information session and signing up for membership,
you may attend any of our Beginner-level Longsword classes.
DRESS CODE
INFO SESSION/BEGINNER'S CLASS
ALL CBA FENCERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR FULL LENGTH LEG COVERINGS
AND CLOSED-TOE EXERCISE SHOES.
Bring a refillable water bottle!
BASIC EQUIPMENT
CBA has a limited amount of basic equipment available to borrow during classtime, including fencing masks, basic gloves and synthetic longswords.


Access to club HEMA loaner equipment is included in all membership tiers.


Students are encouraged to purchase their own fencing mask and gloves early on in their fencing journey; higher-level equipment will be required as you progress in skills and fencing intensity.
LEVELING UP
Students are assessed by coaches on an individual basis; 

Once you have mastered the basic skills and completed the Beginner's test,
you may attend the full suite of HEMA classes offered by CBA. 


Intermediate level classes and up require a higher level of gear,
especially (but not limited to) a HEMA-specific fencing jacket.
Please note that beginner, intermediate, and advanced HEMA classes all contain conditioning as an element of the class. Strength and physical fitness is a necessary skill for maintaining relaxation and control in challenging situations.
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