Terra Nova School of Swords — Newfoundland’s only dedicated sword school — invites you to step into the world of historical fencing at this year’s Renaissance Faire!
Join us for exciting introductory workshops where you can try your hand at:
Smallsword Fencing
Sabre
Longsword
Throughout the day, watch live sparring demonstrations by our skilled members featuring a wide array of historical styles, including:
Rapier
Rapier and Dagger
Smallsword
Sabre
Messer
Longsword
Think you’ve got what it takes? Take part in our Beginner’s Plastic Foil Tournament, open to new fencers after a quick and fun lesson in basic foil technique!
Two divisions: Youth (ages 13–15) and Adult (16+)
Safety first: All gear is provided. Chest-only target area.
Foils are made of soft plastic and rubber, safe for ages 5+
Don’t miss the highlight of the day: We’ll be hosting the semi-finals and finals of the Newfoundland Historical Fencing Provincial Championships — a thrilling showcase of the province’s best fighters in action.