Welcome to swordschool!

Where historical accuracy meets practical training. Learn Historical Martial Arts from world-renowned instructor and pioneering researcher of medieval and renaissance martial arts Dr Guy Windsor.

Online video courses covering everything from beginners’ techniques to advanced practice. Available both in larger bundles and as individual classes.
A selection of paperbacks, hardcovers and eBooks: some packed with detailed historical information and others designed as workbook courses you can take at your own pace.

Listen to podcast episodes or audiobooks on all your favourite platforms – perfect for aural learners, and to supplement our other resources.

Brush up on your theory and terminology as if by magic with Guy’s fun, tactical and secretly educational duelling card game.

Guy frequently keeps his blog updated with thoughts, challenges, interviews and more!

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latest news - 26th February '26

Hi!

It’s been a very good couple of weeks. I’ve hit two major milestones: my Angelo transcription is complete, which means I can start work on the actual fun stuff of interpretation, explanation, and training methods. Hurrah!

And a top-secret project is on course to launch on the school’s 25th birthday, March 17th.

It will be a free, gorgeous thing you can print at home, or get professionally printed.

Should I say more?

OK, here’s a hint: