Alexander began studying HEMA in 2006, and has trained in various martial arts for over 20 years. His primary focus has been the longsword in the Liechtenauer tradition. In 2014-15 while living in Slovakia he trained with Bratislavský šermiarsky spolok, this experience had a major impact on his HEMA training, methodology and pedagogical approach. Alexander regularly competes in regional tournaments and has medaled numerous times in Longsword, Rapier, Rapier & Dagger, Military Sabre and Messer events.
Chris began his training in HEMA well over a decade ago and has had a lifelong passion for swordsmanship and martial arts. Fostering a deep appreciation for the KDF sources, much of his focus has been on the early sources in the Liechtenauer tradition. Chris is also a strong advocate of competition and has medaled multiple times in Single Rapier and Rapier & Dagger and Longsword events.