You don't need to be a medieval knight. But after trying it, you might wish you were.Historical Fencing is a unique martial art that revives European combat techniques based on historical treaties and manuals that have survived to this day. Swords, daggers, spears and staffs,  each weapon with its own technique, its own history and its own rigour.In Vila Nova de Gaia, GEMAC's fencing school offers practical and dynamic fencing training sessions, where technical learning meets recreational combat in a safe, controlled environment built on strong camaraderie.Try your first class for free and find out if the sword is for you — sign up today.What you will learn in fencing classes- Armed Technique: handling of different historical weapons, with a primary focus on the sword- Physical Conditioning: improved agility, reflexes, endurance and psychological focus- Historical Rigour: understanding the role of the sword as a historical object and applying techniques described in centuries-old manuals- Combat: gradual progression towards recreational or competitive combat in a safe environmentWho are the fencing classes in Gaia for?For anyone with the willingness and determination to learn, regardless of gender, age or prior experience. Beginner fencing classes always start from scratch, adapting the teaching to the pace of each participant. No prior martial arts experience is required.Whatever your starting point, there is a place for you. Sign up now and come and try it.Price Includes- 2 classes per week- 1st class free, no commitmentPrice Does Not Include- Registration and insurance (value to be confirmed at the time of enrolment)About GEMACThe Grupo de Esgrima Medieval e Artes de Combate (GEMAC) is a group dedicated to the study and practice of Medieval Fencing and Historical Combat Arts. They promote HEMA in an environment of healthy camaraderie and fellowship, where history and combat meet.More InformationIf you have any more questions send us a message via whatsapp through this link.Contact WOU: 918 136 805

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GEMAC (Grupo de Esgrima Medieval e Artes de Combate) studies and practices HEMA based on the historical treatises of Fiore dei Liberi and Hans Talhoffer, with locations in Porto, Gaia, Espinho, Braga, and Guimarães. It organizes the Meeting de Esgrima Medieval in Porto every year and competes in the Liga Galega de Esgrima Antigua.

Classes are taught by Ricardo Macedo, founder and technical director of GEMAC. He holds a degree in Archaeology from the Faculty of Arts and Humanities of the University of Porto and is a certified fencing instructor by the Portuguese Fencing Federation. He has taught Historical Fencing at CDUP since 2015 and is also a fencing coach at Sport Clube do Porto. Over the years he has worked as a historical consultant for exhibitions and film and television productions, and serves as Head Marshall in national historical fencing competitions.

Rua da Palmeira 13, 4430-163 V.N. Gaia