Under Represented Gender Chivalry Round Table lead by Countess Gwenhwyvar verch Owen ap Morgan, OL, KSCA, OP
Join members of the Order of Chivalry who are under represented genders as we share our stories, answer questions, and build community together. The SCA has made great strides in equality on the armored field but the discussion about equity and different needs of individual fighters is still on-going and ever evolving. Sometimes, knowing that you are not alone is the first step to finding your true footing. If you have questions or topic to send in in advance, please email them to gwenhwyvar.owen@gmail.com

Path to Peerage Discussion lead by Count William of Fairhaven
Join us for a discussion on the Path to Peerage.

Basic Footwork by Duke Sean Kirkpatrick Tarragon (Class limit 20)
Demonstration of basic footwork techniques. Visual description of how to manipulate positioning on both linear, and lateral lines. Explanation of how this movement relates to range, and access to targets. This class includes demonstration and practice of my Compass Drill for basic movement and footwork.
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Offensive Recovery by Duke Sean Kirkpatrick Tarragon (Class limit 20)
Instruction on improving the Offensive Recovery portion of the universal principles of combat. This primarily includes returning your weapon to its original starting position, and target recognition as part of that process. This class includes a demonstration of my 2-second drill. This drill has been proven effective throughout the Society in addressing common issues for new, and experienced fighters alike.
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Universal Principles of Combat by Duke Sean Kirkpatrick Tarragon
A breakdown of the offensive, and defensive elements of every fight in SCA Combat. Detailed explanation of the five things on each side of a fight, and how to isolate and target each element for training and improvement. Discussion includes concepts of range, target recognition, defensive selection, delivery, recovery, and more. This includes examples of how these elements are applicable to all combat disciplines. Not just sword and shield, rapier, or even SCA combat.
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Training methodology by Duke Sean Kirkpatrick Tarragon
A discussion on implementing effective, and efficient training methodology for the teaching, and learning of SCA combat. Discussion includes an understanding of the training process, establishing realistic victory conditions, isolating, and eliminating deficiencies.  While this discussion is framed in terms of martial combat, these methods are directly applicable to any learning endeavor, including target archery, and the arts and sciences as practiced in the Society. 
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Ground Fighting - Surviving and Winning from Your Knees by Count William of Fairhaven
You've lost your legs! Now what? Don't give up just yet, help is on the way! This is a one-hour practical class on fighting from the group against standing opponents or other grounded opponents. Come with your armor for practical work or come to just learn (I also teach along the way with boffers, bring yours if you have one). Fight control, distance, engagement and more. A simple, practical approach to building skill to make sure your able to fight wherever the fight takes you. I've spent decades working on ground fighting and I'd love to show you my methods.

Pole arm in close and far away by Duke Tom Tinntinnabulum (Class limit 16)
Learn how to fight pole arm in tourney both close in and far away against sword and shield, great weapon or 2 stick.

Train Like You Mean It! by Count William of Fairhaven
In depth discussion on the philosophy of how to actually get better at fighting. Practice application examples of training, drills, mentality, issues and problems, confidence and much more. All boiled down to a practical level so you (the fighter) can actually make improvements even if you are the best fighter at your practice or all the fighters are novices. If you have boffers bring them but we can also do some armored drilling at the end time permitting. This class is open to any level of fighter, and we will also cover how training plays into trying to get a peerage. Physical training outside of fight practice, mental training and what you should be doing at practice will all be covered.

Transitioning as a Heavy List Fighter by Baroness Alexina Laskaris
Transitioning as a Heavy List Fighter knowledge and experience sharing.

Polearm 101 - 102 by Count Ivan and Sir Drust (Class limit 20)
As much information as we can cover on beginner to intermediate polearm. Please bring polearm and gauntlets at minimum. Full armor if you wish.

Using spear in melee by Sir Pellinor of Shadowed Stars
The class will discuss how a spear fighter can work within a melee unit. Improving field of view. Where to be and what to do.

Marshal topics by Sir William Hauke of Effingham, KSCA, OP
Overview of the Society level marshaling process, including decision making, rule analysis and application, and sanctions process.
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Cornerstones of Greatsword 101 by Herzog Hirsch Ross Eichmann (Class limit 20)
Cornerstones of Greatsword is a course for all levels and provides a framework of mechanics and philosophy for a sound beginning as well as continued improvement. Arrive in armor with your greatsword, the class has helms-off and helms-on sections, with slow work and combat.
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Advanced Greatsword Techniques 211 by Herzog Hirsch Ross Eichmann (Class limit 20)
This course builds on concepts from Cornerstones, but remains a class for all levels. The 101 course is not a prerequisite but is highly recommended for serious greatsword enthusiasts

Where to be and how to get there by Duke Lars Wolfsblut
Position wins fights before a single blow is thrown. This class breaks down the fundamentals of footwork and spatial control — how to find the advantageous position, how to move there efficiently, and how to deny your opponent the same. Applicable to any weapon style and any experience level.

No Safe Answer by Duke Lars Wolfsblut
In chess, a fork forces your opponent into an impossible choice. One move, two threats, no good answer. This class brings that same principle into the armored list. You will learn to construct attacks with layered threats that make every defensive choice wrong, varying angles, intention, and position to read your opponent's answer and punish whichever one they give you.

Polearm with a Step Stool by Countess Wu Yun
This class focuses on helping fighters 5'7" under adapt polearm techniques for their frame. Bring a polearm and gauntlets but you will not need your helmet. If you'd like I will be available to spar later or watch you spar with someone else so you can test your knowledge. Let me know at the end of class.

Feeding Your Fighting Demons by Countess Wu Yun
This class focuses on some of the reasons our minds give us that block our progress and includes some resources that may help you breaking through those blocks. There will also be time for Q&A and discussion. This class is for any discipline and open to all.

Owning The Fight by Duke Radnor of Guildemar
In this class we will deconstruct the body's block and tackle relationship to the sword's motion. From here we will explore our control over its momentum, and the means of its lethal acceleration.

Power, Calibration and Control by Count William of Fairhaven
Can you improve your fighting by getting better at calibration? Come to my class and find out. Calibration is something it is assumed we all know but no one talks about it other than negatively and no one teaches it. The goal of this class is improve your power and precision, get a better handle on calibration and what it means (and to change it based on your needs) and what control of power and calibration looks like on the heavy or rapier field. This is the class you didn't know you needed.
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Bastard Sword Drills vs Other Weapons by Sir Takeda Shinjiro Shin
(WIP) at least a single drill to help when fighting against the main three other styles (s&s, two stick, polearm)

Introduction to Madu by Duchess Antigone of York (Class limit 10)
An introduction to madu fighting. We will cover different madu types, basic techniques/theory, and drills

Internal/External Tension and how to control it by Duke Brannos O'Iongardail
Developing tension in your opponent to help wear them out mentally and Physically in a fight. No armor or weapons required.

Footwork from Ladder to the fight by Duke Brannos O'Iongardail
How to understand ladder work better and where you will find time to inject it into the fight.

Fight techniques brought from Foam to Rattan by Duke Wigthegn the Younger
Discuss and drill foam techniques used by top fighters in the SCA.

Great sword and/or Bastard Sword: the Differences by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 20)
Discussing/demonstrating issues of leverage, mobility, power generation, stances, and use in melees. Armour optional.

Re-thinking Footwork by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Cut and thrust focus) (Class limit 20)
Adding fifty-two years of rattan fighting experience to traditional rapier practice to broaden capabilities for cut and thrust. No kit or previous experience required.

"Fightin' Weird" by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 20)
Discussion and walk through about "odd" weapons and fighting styles and the challenges faced within our system when exploring them.

Fighting Age Itself by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 50)
Discussion of various methods/strategies to continue fighting past the age of forty.

Fighting as a smaller fighter by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 20)
Group discussion and exchange of "tips" about facing larger/taller opponents

Beginning Great sword by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 20)
Full kit preferred but loaner swords available. Fighting will happen. Observers also welcome.

Sport vs Martial Art vs LARP by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 50)
Discussion/talk about the key aspect of all three types of recreational combat and the SCA.

Calontir Combined Arms Q & A by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 40)
Explanation of many more sophisticated uses of multiple weapon systems to improve melee results, reflecting the evolution of the Calontir Army since Kingdom status at Pennsic XIII.

Small Unit Tactics by Sir Lars Vilhjalmsson, called "the Fierce," OL, OP (Class limit 40)
From the "Flying Wingman" to the ten fighter "Horse Artillery" unit past successes and "tips" will be offered to improve results for 2-12 person groups. Things you don't learn fighting one on one.

Initiative: No D20 Needed by Count Elias de Jaye
A principles-based look at the effect of timing on the efficacy of our actions, and how tactical initiative dictates the outcome of a bout.

The Five Words by Count Elias de Jaye
Fighting is fighting, and in this class we will learn the foundational principles of historical German longsword and how they apply *directly* to our current SCA combat landscape, regardless of weapon system. Main topics include tactical initiative, body mechanics, and timing.
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Fighting with Frame Weight Transfer and Better Biomechanics by Dutchess Helga Skjaldmaer
This class focuses on power generation though frame weight transfer, with a focus on biomechanics of the shoulder and arm. Originally this class was developed as a small frame class and will focus on some specific needs created due to height, weight, and strength differences in the SCA rattan sphere. However, individuals of all body sizes and shapes are encouraged to take the class. This course is a 101 course with a focus on the basics and skills needed to generate power with a stable shoulder, good elbow position, and frame weight transfer. Frame weight transfer is the delivery of force in which body mass and structure move into the shot, typically across the opponent’s center line. Frame weight transfer emphasizes connected and aligned body structures carrying force through the target. For class, please bring your sword and shield. This class does not require you being in armor.
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Focus on Infighting by Count William of Fairhaven
A practical approach to close combat and inside fighting in the SCA. Specific technique and training for when the fight range and space compress to very close quarters. Includes specific technique, drills and practice application to how the rules work. Armored and unarmored are both welcome and the drills can be adjusted to accommodate both. If you struggle to win when you feel overwhelmed by your opponent’s close presence, this is the class for you. Applicable for all weapon forms.
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Sword and Buckler by Herzog Hirsch Ross Eichmann (Class limit 40)
Sword and Buckler for honing prowess.  1 hour class, talking then fighting so come in armor, bring a buckler if you have one