Fencing students from all levels and backgrounds crossing swords. Capturing a moment from our London longsword group class.

Your London Club for HEMA, Swords & More!

Sword Fighting With a Punch

We are SWORDPUNCH, your London club for Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) and professional sword fighting. We teach authentic techniques from a wide range of weapons and historical treatises. Our approach combines this historical knowledge with professional and modern teaching methods. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, we’ll help you become the sword fighter you’ve always wanted to be and ensure that you have fun along the way!

A male and a female swordfighting teacher. Jack Parkinson and Vera Martocchia, our main instructors and founders of Swordpunch!
A teacher showcasing a longsword technique with a non-binary student, indoors, in front of 4 other students, in a relaxed and inclusive environment.

Our Classes Are For EVERYONE!

We offer group classes for adults and kids, along with private lessons and group seminars across various weapon disciplines and locations in London.
Our classes provide a welcoming and respectful environment for all.
Find out more about our classes
or book here!

Your Individual Sword Journey Powered by Us!

If you haven’t already, we invite you to discover your passion for this amazing activity.
We’re proud to have a diverse and friendly community that’s open to EVERYONE. Providing a safe and welcoming environment is our top priority, so you can focus on what you came for: Sword Fighting.
Find our more about who we are or just contact us.

A fun group photo of HEMA students and teachers, mixed genders, races and ages, in front of an old Victorian building in London
Jack, a fun teacher, holding a training rondel dagger as a phone to his ear, looking comedically confused.

Grab Your Weapons!

Curious about all this?
Then book your class here or get in touch.
We, Vera & Jack, and the whole sword gang
can’t wait to see you in class.