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Mission
Welcome to Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) at Embry-Riddle!

What is HEMA? HEMA is a catch-all term that refers to any study of historical combat practices from Europe, although it generally refers to the medieval combat of knights and kings.

The HEMA club at Embry-Riddle focuses primarily on the studies of the European longsword (as taught by Italian masters in the XIII Century and German masters in the XVI Century), although the club is fully willing to facilitate your studies in sabres, quarterstaff, spears, sword and shield, and more!

HEMA is an international full-contact sport and is officially recognized in most countries throughout the world.

Feel free to contact us via email at:
bowlesc4@my.erau.edu (Cameron Bowles, Club President)
elanl@my.erau.edu (Liya Elan, Club Vice President)

Membership Benefits
Members of the club have several benefits including:

Ability to train as often during the week as they would like (so long as a practice is going on), including flexible officer hours to work with students

Provided with an assortment of gear so no large expenses are needed

Personal training and coaching for physical building and tournament preparation

Ability to take part in club seminars and tournaments

And more!!

Show up to a club event or email Cameron Bowles or Liya Elan and ask to join the club! We'd love to have you and would be more than happy to train with you!