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HEMA is not a cheap hobby. A typical kit can cost anywhere between $1,000 and $1,500 dollars. Many clubs either require members to purchase their own gear or provide loaner gear at a substantial rental fee. We are able to keep HEMA affordable for new people by collecting donations. Check below for our current goals and see how far we have come. Please consider donating today.

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Club Status Summer 2024

Hilt and Helm’s Squirrel Hill Location is looking better than ever! With the logo on the door and wall, custom art in the bathrooms, a gear storage area, a lounge, and dehumidifiers to cut down on the stank, this place is starting to look pretty good!

Hilt and Helm's new location is looking better than ever!

Schedule

Here is the schedule for September to October.

  • Mondays

    • Intermediate Longword Class with Chris Shelton - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    • Free Spar - 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

  • Tuesdays

    • Beginner Saber Class with Eric McChesney - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    • Free Spar - 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

  • Wednesdays

    • Thibault Rapier Class with Phil Clack- 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    • Free Spar - 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

  • Saturdays

    • Guest Class - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    • Free Spar - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

We are also offering private lessons.

  • Thursdays with Paul or Liz

    • 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

    • 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm

  • Saturdays with the Chris Shelton (The Jarl of Hilt and Helm)

    • 8:00 am to 9:00 am

    • 9:00 am to 10:00 am

    • 10:00 am to 11:00 am

See our class passes page for details.

Events

Join us for Pillow Fecht 7: More Bang for your Buckler on Saturday October 5! Check out events page for details