Two Ravens Fencing School

Tag: Sidesword

  • Evergreen Open 2026

    February 21 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Hello, PNW HEMA Community!


    Kulshan HEMA, Snohomish Dueling Society, and Whidbey Swordplay Association are proud to announce the first annual Evergreen Open HEMA Tournament!


    This February, aspiring sword enthusiasts throughout the Pacific Northwest are invited to compete against their fellow fencers in a friendly test of arms. Hosting this event will be our friends at SDS, and we’ll be looking for fighters eager to test themselves against their fellow fencers from across the state. 


    There will be two weapon divisions, each with its own tournament roster in which to register: Sidesword, and Longsword + Rondell Dagger. Fights will occur with steel blades in full tournament kit, and are open to all levels of experience.


    Details regarding rulesets and tickets will follow in the coming weeks. For now, save the date, and stay tuned for further announcements!


    “https://www.facebook.com/events/1307549184462421

    Event Venue

    7600 Cascade Dr, Everett, WA 98203-6512, United States

  • SoCal Swordfight 2026

    February 20 – February 22

    Event Website: https://socalswordfight.com/

    SOCAL SWORDFIGHT 2026

    Get ready for the most immersive and educational Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) event of the year! SoCal Swordfight 2026 brings together fighters, instructors, and enthusiasts from around the world for an unparalleled experience.


    Whether you’re a dedicated martial artist, a passionate student eager to learn, or a vendor looking to connect with one of the most committed HEMA communities in North America, this is the event you’ve been preparing for. Join us and be part of a truly global celebration of skill, tradition, and camaraderie.


    Sheraton Fairplex & Conference Center, Pomona, CA

    REGISTER TODAY!

  • Midwinter Armizare Open

    February 21 – February 22

    Our annual MidWinter Armizare Tournament is back and registration is open. Our 2026 tournament will be held on Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22 over two days and will take place at our home studio in Ravenswood, Chicago: 4437 Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL, 60640.

    Event Website: https://fortezafma.sites.zenplanner.com/sign-up-now.cfm?display=EVNTS

    SATURDAY :

    8:30 am : Check-In Opens

    10:00 am : Opening Announcements

    10:30 am : Single-Handed Short Weapon Tournament Starts

    1:30 pm : Two-Handed Sword Tournament Starts

    5:00 pm : Open Fencing

    SUNDAY :

    8:30 am : Check-In Opens

    10:00 am : Opening Announcements

    10:30 am : Rapier & Sidesword Tournament Starts

    1:30 pm : Sword and Companion Tournament Starts

    3:30 pm : Midwinter Finals

    Some of the rules have changed since last year so please be sure to check them out before registering! You can find the rules here: https://drive.google.com/…/1xH…/view…

    REGISTRATION NOTE :

    Just like last year, due to limited space in each event, EACH EVENT REQUIRES A SEPARATE REGISTRATION. If you’re signing up for multiple events, please be aware that 1) each event requires a separate registration and 2) due to previous system overloads, FIGHTERS CAN ONLY REGISTER FOR ONE EVENT EVERY 24HRS. Fighters are welcome to try to register for multiple events a day, but you may receive an error message to avoid accidental duplicate charges. We apologize for inconvenience, but we cannot override the system fails safes.

    As in years past, fighters are allowed to leave their gear overnight in either our downstairs locker room or upstairs storage space. While the studio will be locked up overnight, please be aware you are leaving your gear behind at your own risk. Forteza will not be responsible for misplaced, improperly stored, or damaged gear.

    WITHDRAWALS & REFUNDS :

    Due to our Event Waitlist and scammers trying to sell fake tickets in years past, Midwinter Participants are not allowed to sell, trade, or otherwise exchange their registration. Withdrawals and Refunds must go through Forteza’s Front Desk and registration will be then given to the next person on our Waitlist. In order to receive a full refund for registration, participants must let Front Desk know via phone or email by Wednesday, February 4th 2025 that they need to withdraw from the event. Refunds will not be given after Wednesday, February 4th except in emergency situations on a case-by-case basis.

    Please reach out to us at frontdesk@fortezafitness.com for any comments, questions, concerns or Tournament registration assistance. See less

  • More Bang For Your Buckler 2025

    Get Ready for More Bang For Your Buckler 2025!

    Greetings, swords friends! We are pleased to announce that the first iteration of our official rare weapons tournament will be held on October 18th, 2025. Registration is OPEN NOW!!!, so please purchase both a general registration and a tournament registration to fight for fabulous prizes. They’ve been split up to allow you to …

    • Purchase multiple tournament registrations without paying the registration fee multiple times.

    • Get on multiple wait lists at the same time as registration for tournaments that are still open.

    The Schedule

    • 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Registration
    • 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Open Sword and Buckler
    • 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Lunch
    • 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Open Small Sword
    • 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Open Side Sword
    • 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM: After Party at the Club

    The Cost

    The cost of attendance is $30 base registration + $20 per division in which you choose to participate. You may participate in as many of the 3 divisions as you want, but you must purchase a ticket for each one.

    A week before the tournament, base registration will go up to $40, so don’t hesitate!