Coming along for the first time?
Newcomers are taught to handle a one handed sword. Once some skill has been developed in these we add in other weapons, and shields. For company members 15 and younger we limit training to bows and wooden weapons. Members 15 years and over may use blunt metal weapons.
You will see other company members wearing medieval costume and armour. Usually this is built, or bought, piece by piece over a period of time. If you're interested, talk to one of the senior company members and they can help get you started in getting your own kit.
The first goal for new members is to achieve Man-at-Arms status. This is done by demonstrating that they can handle a sword safely and by attending 6 out of 8 consecutive training days. Once achieved you can move on to studying other weapons and learning to use a shield.
You will see other company members wearing medieval costume and armour. Usually this is built, or bought, piece by piece over a period of time. If you're interested, talk to one of the senior company members and they can help get you started in getting your own kit.
The first goal for new members is to achieve Man-at-Arms status. This is done by demonstrating that they can handle a sword safely and by attending 6 out of 8 consecutive training days. Once achieved you can move on to studying other weapons and learning to use a shield.
