Welcome to Crossing Fight School
Welcome to the Crossing Fight School. We are a branch of the Medieval European Martial Arts Guild (M.E.M.A.G.) based in based in Southampton, NJ. devoted to the study of Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), with a particular focus on German Longsword. Our curriculum is based on the teachings of Grandmaster Johannes Liechtenauer, whose fighting system dates back to the 15th century, and whose material formed the basis for many masters that followed. At our school, the material we learn and use is derived from both Liechtenauer‘s own system and those of later masters.
CLASSES: Sundays at 3 PM, Pivotal Training, Southampton, NJ
Club News
Class for May 12, 2024
This week at Crossing Fight School, we will be going through the next series of plays from Paurenfeyndt's Longsword. We are approaching the end of the...
Class for May 5, 2024
This week at Crossing Fight School, we will be having a rather unique class on field combat, led by none other than Ian Burgess-Linden. Ian is not only a...
Class for April 28, 2024
This week at Crossing Fight School, the Ladies Knight tournament will be ongoing over the weekend. Classes will be held on Sunday by some knowledgeable and...
Who We Are
M.E.M.A.G. is a group of HEMA fighters and researchers founded in 2006. Read more about the History of Our Guild.
We are a dedicated group of instructors and students providing an inclusive and accommodating environment to learn and practice what is commonly known as Kunst des Fechtens (Art of Fighting), or KDF, as it’s often called.
What Is HEMA?
HEMA is a broad term that encompasses a number of fighting and weapons systems common to the European continent which date back to the late Middle Ages, extending through the Renaissance and into the Early Modern Period. The weapons common to HEMA are many and varied, and range from the more familiar (swords, both one and two-handed) to the more obscure (sickle, flail, etc.).
Our Mission
Our ambition is to interpret and apply these ancient martial arts and teach them to all who wish to study them in an effort to resurrect, and perhaps perpetuate, traditions that would otherwise be lost. We are fortunate enough to have a dedicated core of practitioners who are committed to making this vision a reality, while learning and having fun along the way.
Want to Join Crossing Fight School?
All you need to begin is a willingness to learn, and a means to get to our venue. Step one is to come to one of our classes to see for yourself what we do and how we do it. The first lesson is free, and you can either sit in or actually participate (with an experienced practitioner or instructor, of course). Time after class will be set aside to provide additional information and answer any questions you might have.