The Manley Academy of Historical Swordsmanship

The Manley Academy of Historical Swordsmanship Welcome to MAHS. We practice traditional European fighting Disciplines with medieval & renaissance weaponry. For learning is a true gift. First Lesson Free

The Manley Academy of Historical Swordsmanship is a martial arts fencing academy in surrey that is dedicated to the study and practice of the combat arts. Our Inspiration derives from Medieval and Renaissance Europe, employing up to date fencing and combat principles to transcend one’s limitations of mind and body into a state of heightened speed, strength, agility, dexterity, relaxation and focus

. HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) is a fast growing sport from Europe dedicated to bring the martial arts of Medieval and Renaissance Europe back to life. Fencing comprises of people all around the world that are enthusiastic for medieval and renaissance weaponry, studying treaties of old left behind by masters of their discipline. Within our fencing academy our primary goal is to guide each student in the art of fencing. Our Disciplines are not divided into separate courses for each weapon as it is just one martial art, as once you learn and understand how to fence you will be able to use any weapon of your choice. The weaponry used are;

Longsword
Rapier
Rapier & Dagger
Dagger
Cane / Walking Stick
Sabre
Wrestling

We welcome people of all ages regardless of fitness levels. Upon joining, insurance is then provided and a uniform is given including a notebook. Your fitness levels will increase through training, as will your flexibility. Our aim is to enhance your mind and body through martial practice, but still remain within good spirits.

Amazing achievement of our members this evening
11/06/2026

Amazing achievement of our members this evening

Congratulations to all our members who passed their grading amazing achievement and a reflection of all your hard work a...
11/06/2026

Congratulations to all our members who passed their grading amazing achievement and a reflection of all your hard work and skill

04/06/2026

The class favourite workout tonight…. Three rounds of press ups! And onto some skills training

21/05/2026

Starting off with some press up techniques and onto some sparring in class this evening

20/05/2026

Gradings! Progression is not about the end goal, it’s about the journey, who you do it with, and who you become along the way. The team were enjoying the new process of grading plus learning something new along the way. Come and join us, every Monday and Thursdays!

07/05/2026
07/05/2026

04/05/2026

Great day at the today and even a visit from the mayor and mayoress

17/01/2026

Meet people, fight, drill, sweat, inspire, CONNECT! 2 Classes a week at Kingswood and Epsom .a.h.s.epsom

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5 Buckland Road
Lower Kingswood
KT207DP

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