In today’s episode we meet Melissa Hainsworth of Academy of Steel in Cardiff, UK. She is a fencer, instructor and club founder. I talk to Melissa about sinister swordplay, sources and school management. This was recorded live 7 July 2020.

Melissa Hainsworth, UK

The modern study of the ancient art of swordplay is brought to life each week where we talk to a different member of the historical European martial arts, or HEMA, community. Whether it’s the medieval longsword, Elizabethan rapier, the regency smallsword or Victorian sabre that interest you, join us for a series of fascinating interviews with instructors, competitors and experts from all around the globe. 

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The modern study of the ancient art of swordplay is brought to life each week where we talk to a different member of the historical European martial arts, or HEMA, community. Whether it’s the medieval longsword, Elizabethan rapier, the regency smallsword or Victorian sabre that interest you, join us for a series of fascinating interviews with instructors, competitors and experts from all around the globe. Follow us on Instagram @swordwomen

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Melissa Hainsworth, UK

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