In conjunction with the Midwest Historical Fencing League and Forteza Fitness & Martial Arts the Midwinter Armizare Open is a public display of skill with one and two-handed swords in a relatively rules-light format meant to emphasize the tactical priorities of fighting with sharp weapons in lethal combat.
1. Longsword
2. One-handed Sword (rapier, sidesword, dussack/messer),
3. Sword and Companion (Buckler, Rotella or Dagger)
WHERE & WHEN:
Date: Saturday, 28 January & Sunday, 29 January 2023
Location: Forteza Fitness & Martial Arts 4437 N. Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
SCHEDULE ~ SATURDAY:
10:00 – Sign In 11:00 – Introduction: Rules and Demo 11:30 – Longsword 02:30 - Break 03:00 - Single Sword Tournament 05:30 – After Event Party
SCHEDULE ~ SUNDAY:
10:00 – Sign In 11:00 Sword & Companion Tournament 01:30 - Break 02:00 - MidWinter King Finals Tournament. 3:30 After Event Reception
If signing up for 2 events, we will follow-up to confirm which events you are fighting in.
NOTE: You MUST be vaccinated to attend this event, with a current vaccination within the last six months of the tournament.
