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The Kansas City home of HEMA sword fighting classes taught by Baer Kenney and team - "Teaching the Art of Modern Swordplay" since the school opened.
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Explore /High-SilverBronze Membership: $34/mth, click for full info
This option is great for you if your schedule is a bit unpredictable each month - and, let's face it - who's isn't?! Each month, 2 classes are added to your account at a 15% discount. Can't use them right away? No problem! These classes don't expire for a full year so you can drop in and use them whenever it's convenient for you! Bronze Membership: Sign-up Fee $65 - one time $34.00 per month No min. contract period Convenient monthly auto payment
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This is the BEST pricing deal we have to offer! Unlimited class options for the lowest price available! Gold Membership: Sign-up Fee $65 - one time $119 per month ($41/mnth savings) 12 month min. contract period Unlimited attendance Free locker rental - as available Free gambeson laundering Convenient monthly auto payment Member only pricing on store items
Explore Gold Membership: $119/mth, click for full infoSilver Membership: $139/mth, click for full info
Want to try things out without a year-long commitment? We understand! So just for you - we have the Silver level Membership. Unlimited class options for a great price! Silver Membership: Sign-up Fee $65 - one time $139 per month ($21/mnth savings) 6 month min. contract period Unlimited attendance Free locker rental- as available Free gambeson laundering Convenient monthly auto payment Member only pricing on store items
Explore Silver Membership: $139/mth, click for full infoWeekend Warrior: $75/mth, click for full info
You want to sword fight! But, you can only come to one class per week - we've got you covered! So, for you weekend warriors, this membership lets you still get in a full month of weekly fighting even when there are five weeks in the month! And, you can come anyday - it's not limited to the Weekends! Registration Fee $65 - one time $75 per month ($25/mnth savings) 12 month min contract period 5 classes per month - good for any class Convenient monthly auto payment
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A quick hello from Baer Swords and a map of what you'll find inside - classes, private lessons, the book, SwordStrong KC and more.
Upcoming meetings and classes
Two Handed Weapons
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Thursday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
Designed to help both men and women experience the visceral joy of donning a mask and wielding a sword, we offer a wide variety of sword fighting classes for your continued interest and study. With Kyle. At Baer Swords.
One Handed Weapons
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Saturday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
Designed to take a deeper dive into a single one handed weapon techniques, this class will have a studied focus on a single weapon at a time for a number of weeks before moving to the next weapon of focus. One Handed Weapons of study include but may not be limited to: Saber Rapier Small Sword Single Stick Broad Sword With Baer. At Baer Swords.
Stoutsword Weapons
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Saturday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
With an emphasis on the messer, broadsword and sidesword this one handed weapons class considers both historical and modern sources in a functional approach to sword fighting. The classes are fun, energetic and hands on. Stoutsword Weapons of study: Messer Saber Broadsword Sidesword Shortsword With Kyle. At Baer Swords.
Two Handed Weapons
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Saturday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
Designed to help both men and women experience the visceral joy of donning a mask and wielding a sword, we offer a wide variety of sword fighting classes for your continued interest and study. With Baer. At Baer Swords.
Tournament Prep
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Saturday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
Never been to a tournament? Fought in a tournament and want some more practice before the next one? Want to know what judges and directors are looking at and for? This class is for you! Each class will be different and not every class will be a tournament. With a rotating schedule of instructors and agendas, you will be sure to get a well rounded perspective, an opportunity to learn multiple weapon types, and more tips than you ever knew you needed. This class is geared for those interested in competition but will benefit anyone including beginners and you'll find that just one class is not enough! With Baer. At Baer Swords.
Open Spar Sessions
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Monday, Tuesday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
Baer Swords Open Sparring Sessions: These are open sessions not led by an official instructor. Meant to encourage a practice forum that gives experience with different partners of all levels and styles, this one hour session lets you spar with any opponent, using any style and your weapon of choice.Must have attended at least one formal Baer Swords class before attending. With Baer. At Baer Swords.
Exotic Weapons Combat
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Monday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
In this class, East meets West where we focus on mixed weapon combat, including styles originating from Fiore, Kali, and Kenjutsu. Weapons, initially will include Kali Stick, Single Stick, Knife, and Katana with more to be added in the future. Grappling lessons may also be included to augment some of these weapon styles. This class will be your place for mixed weapon fighting with our training focusing on sport combat and self-defence. With Rob. At Baer Swords.
Intermediate Two Handed Weapons
Next scheduled meeting:
Weekly on Tuesday (America/Chicago)
Baer Swords, 1520 F NW Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64118, US
The Intermediate Two Handed Weapon Class is open to all (adults over the age of 14) that are proficient in the basics of two handed weapons. Students must be familiar with the stances, principles, and basic techniques of attack and defence with longsword and sword/buckler (at a minimum). This class will give those students who aren't just starting out but aren't yet skilled enough for advanced weapons classes a place to go more in depth and gain experience faster than in more basic classes. With Kyle. At Baer Swords.