18/07/2025
Cyprus HEMA club at 2025
Thanks for having us at the event!
HEMA stands for Historical European Martial Arts. Those are martial arts of European origin based on
Cyprus HEMA Club is dedicated to the study and practice of fighting techniques with a swords and other weapons. Together, we observe and recreate fighting styles from all over the world although our focus is on Historical Martial Arts and in particular European High - Late Middle Ages and Renaissance period. We welcome everyone that wants to share our passion about weapons, history, and HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts).
18/07/2025
Cyprus HEMA club at 2025
Thanks for having us at the event!
11/07/2025
New club T-shirt designs
Contact us now to order!
08/07/2025
Contact us to start your HEMA adventure!
08/07/2025
Contact us now to start your HEMA journey
04/07/2025
The Armory of Τέχνη του Ήλιου.
01/07/2025
This is a sport for the brave and bold. Come be one of the few modern sword fighters and master your potential.
🛠️ Weapon Care 101
A well-maintained sword keeps you safe and sharp.
✅ Wipe blades after use.
✅ Light oil coat prevents rust.
✅ Check your grip regularly.
💬 What’s your top sword care tip?
🛡️ Defensive Drill: Parry to Riposte
Defense is just the start — your riposte wins the fight.
👉 Parry, counter, reset. Speed and precision matter.
🎯 Challenge: How many clean ripostes can you land in one minute?
Defence is just the start — your riposte wins the fight.ity
🦶 Footwork Fundamentals 🦶
Your sword is only as good as your feet.
👉 Advance, retreat, passing step — master the basics to stay balanced and agile.
🎯 Challenge: How far can you move while keeping perfect guard?
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⚔️ Myth Busted: Were longswords heavy?
❌ Nope! A typical longsword weighed around 1.2 - 1.5 kg — lighter than many sports weapons today. Built for speed, not brute strength.
💬 What’s the biggest sword myth you’ve heard?
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08/02/2025
A Sword Fighting Birthday Party? Best Idea Ever!
We were asked to give a small presentation and a training session followed by some light sparring at for a 12-year-olds birthday party
Everyone had a great day, including us!
If you want a Sword Fighting Birthday Party we are available to hire.
| Tuesday | 18:30 - 21:00 |
| Friday | 18:30 - 20:30 |