ETHF is a fencing club, focusing on the historical fencing weapons of the 1400s through the 1800s.
We are a historical European martial arts (HEMA) club out of Tyler and serving all of East Texas. Members work at reconstructing the martial traditions of Europe through both physical training and research.
06/12/2026
Some excellent sparring here with David and one of our instructors, Charles. So fun to see the perspective of what we're looking at while fencing.
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05/14/2026
Looking for a unique activity that keeps kids active, focused, and having fun? 🤺
At East Texas Historical Fencing, our KidsFence program combines historical swordsmanship with modern Olympic fencing to create an exciting, fast-paced sport kids love. Student build confidence, coordination, discipline, and quick thinking while learning fencing skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Classes include games, drills, footwork, partner exercises, and controlled sparring for all experience and fitness levels. No prior experience needed, just a willingness To learn and have fun.
Come see why fencing is one of the most engaging sports your child can try!
Some rapier sparring after class on Saturday.
05/09/2026
Successful soft dress rehearsal preparing for the Lynx Argent event: War Camp
Our new sub-class on Fridays nights run by Lynx Argent Knight Lonnie Colson and Lynx Squire Charles D Turner focuses both on Harnesfechten and reenactment unit drilling.
04/17/2026
Kids class learning important lessons on group tactics and fighting an enemy in armor.
There will be no classes on Thursday or Saturday this week. Enjoy the holidays!
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Featured here are Jake (left) and Charles (right) of ETHF
No classes tonight, Happy Halloween! 🎃
Fun from our Monday night longsword class.
Great showing from our students at Spooky Fecht's longsword tournament in DFW this weekend. 4th, 5th, and 11th place in a 23 person tourney.
Super proud of everyone!
| Monday | 7pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Thursday | 7pm - 9pm |
| Friday | 7pm - 9pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 12pm |