Coming from the UK, it is easy to forget the high level of instruction available to practitioners of HEMA in Europe. Every year, the quality of European instructors steadily improves as they study and work to enhance their knowledge in earnest, both historically and practically. I was particularly proud therefore to be invited to teach … Read more …
In the world of Historic Swordsmanship, skill is a consequence of dedication. Emmet Mung embodies both individual commitment and the effectiveness of our training program. In just 1.5 years he has proven himself a dedicated member of our club, and has already made a name for himself on the competitive stage. His recent successes include … Read more …
In an interesting development, we have been offered a space at the London Storage Vaults, situated beneath The Armitage, conveniently located directly opposite our offices on Great Portland Street. This seemed like the perfect opportunity for a notion we have been toying with for some time. As the wealth of books available to our community … Read more …
In the north of Italy, against the enchanting backdrop of lake Como, Tempus Fugitives embarked on their journey to the Lake HEMA CSEN International Open – the first event on the CSEN calendar. Although medals may have eluded our grasp, the team’s performance was nothing short of outstanding. In a showdown against some of the … Read more …
In the wake of the recent devastating attacks in Israel, we have witnessed an astonishing rise in anti-semitism across the world. Over 1,400 people have tragically lost their lives, with more than 4,500 injured, in an attack specifically targeting the youth of the Jewish nation. The old only get older, and the reason for attacking … Read more …
In the world of fencing, talent knows neither age nor experience. Such could be the story of our newest regular, who recently clinched the beginner’s gold medal at the Winnersh leg of the Wessex League. This achievement not only highlights Áron’s potential but also the dedication and skill development fostered by Tempus Fugitives. With just … Read more …
In the thrilling world of HEMA, Tempus Fugitives aims to not just compete but also contribute significantly to the arts growth. In one month we are gearing up for an extraordinary endeavor as we prepare to participate at what may be Italy’s most prestigious tournament, and we are doing more than just competing – we … Read more …
In the heart of London, fencing enthusiasts are about to witness a remarkable expansion of the renowned Tempus Fugitives fencing club. Brace yourselves for the grand opening of “Tempus Fugitives Westminster,” set to be their largest hall yet. This exciting development promises to elevate the fencing experience to new heights and bring the world of … Read more …
It is with great pride that we are announcing the twinning of Tempus Fugitives with the Accademia di Scherma Lecce. The Cazzato family represents a proud fencing dynasty, and we are delighted to be working with their academy in Puglia, not only to run events and training camps in the UK & Italy, but also … Read more …
The Senior Management of the Wallace Collection, one of Europe’s finest collections of arms & armour, have unfortunately decided to close the Library and Archive to the public and make both staff members redundant. An important thing to bear in mind when considering this valuable resource, is one of funding. Museums are expected to be … Read more …
