Academy Of Steel

We've booked a private class to learn about and practice a little bit of swordsmanship. The instructors were very passionate, competent, and encouraging and the whole class was very enjoyable and educational. We would highly recommend it to anyone interested in the subject.

If you want to improve your fitness level, meet a welcoming bunch of people from many different backgrounds, and either learn how to use a sword for the first time or challenge yourself to be better, this is the HEMA school for you. The standard of tuition is set at your pace and the variety of weekly classes ensures you make progress at your own pace.

An absolutely fantastic martial arts academy. I have trained at a number of well respected HEMA schools, and am happy to say that the instruction at the Academy of Steel is second to none. The culture is open and welcoming, with new students encouraged and uplifted by instructors and classmates alike. At the same time there is a focus on marital effectiveness, which drives members to train drills seriously and push each other in sparring. Combining the above aspects with a strong sense of h...

This place has completely changed my life around! Ever since I've joined this club, I have made so many awesome friends and gained so many new skills. I would 100% recommend this place for HEMA or even for keeping fit whilst enjoying it! I hope to stay at this club for years to come! Jordan and Melissa who run Academy of Steel are very experienced and enthusiastic in what they do but they're also amazing people that everyone should meet! Alongside this, members part of the Academy were super ...

Awesome classes, easy to follow and learn, lots of chances to practice and spar with others. Jordan and Melissa are very skilled and also very welcoming and understanding to different abilities! Lots of diversity in the classes too. I say if you are thinking of joining, do it, you will not regret it! Best decision I ever made for my confidence, health and happiness!