Glasgow Company of Duellists

he Glasgow Company of Duellists is a martial arts group studying Historical European Swordsmanship.

ased in Partick, Glasgow (Scotland), we are attempting to reproduce fencing arts that have been lost for many hundred of years. These are studied as true martial arts and not as ‘choreography’ or stage combat. The focus of classes is for real combat, just as the medieval student would have experienced. This however, is achieved in a safe and inclusive environment where students can explore these unique arts in a relaxed friendly atmosphere.

he current area of study of the group is the medieval German school of Swordmanship using the two-handed Longsword (in German: Langenschwert). This was taught throughout the Holy Roman Empire in the late 13th to the 16th Centuries.




he Glasgow Company of Duellists is a martial arts group studying Historical European Swordsmanship. ased in Partick, Glasgow (Scotland), we are attempting to reproduce fencing arts that have been lost for many hundred of years. These are studied as true martial arts and not as ‘choreography’ or stage combat. The focus of classes is for real combat, just as the medieval student would have experienced. This however, is achieved in a safe and inclusive environment where students can explore these unique arts in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. he current area of study of the group is the medieval German school of Swordmanship using the two-handed Longsword (in German: Langenschwert). This was taught throughout the Holy Roman Empire in the late 13th to the 16th Centuries.	ew members are always welcome and while classes are already in progress, it is possible to catch up with a little practice and dedication to what is a stimulating, intellectual and physical pastime. Please note: GCoD attendees/members must be 18 years or older. This is due to reasons of insurance.