The Instructors
The College of Swords is a collection of teachers and groups of people studying a wide range of weapons, systems, and traditions within the broader context of HEMA. If you think you have what it takes to be an instructor, reach out to Andrew and discuss what you have in mind! We are open to going even beyond "European" weapon systems and anything with a blade has a place in the College of Swords!
Andrew Christensen
Head Instructor
Hello! I'm Andrew - The Head Instructor and owner of The College of Swords!
I focus my weapon training on the Longsword, Sabre, and Side-Sword. I don't really hold myself to any one tradition of any sword and believe in exploring any number of systems and traditions to find what works best for me, and help my students do the same!
Feel free to email me if you have any questions!
Mitchell Christensen
Cedar City Instructor
Hello there! I'm Mitchell, the multidisciplinary sword instructor for Cedar City. Andrew and I have been friends for years, and we decided it was time to expand beyond St. Geroge.
I focus primarily on Longsword and Rapier, but with plans to include Saber, Sidesword, Smallsword, even Shields and Spears in the future. We aim to keep it safe and have fun!
Please email me if you have questions.
Tam Bui
Rapier Instructor
Hey, I'm Tam! I'm the rapier instructor of the College of Swords! I teach Spanish rapier, particularly the Rada school of La Verdadera Destreza and work with the College of Swords on developing the Italian curriculum for rapier. I invite you to reach out for any questions via email or Instagram! @st.georgehistoricalfencing
Ephraim Demille
Saber Instructor
I'm Ephraim, Saber Instructor with the College of Swords. I primarily focus on Saber, particularly the Radaellian tradition and the military saber systems of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, but I'm always open to learning more. The goal for my classes is simple: have fun, learn, and help my students become the sort of person who can actually win a sword fight. I love Saber! It's fast, athletic, technical, decisive, and just brawly enough to keep things interesting.