Midlands Muster XXXIII – Sparring With A Purpose
Matthew McQueston-Spina of Coventry Longpoint will present a cutting lesson on the purpose of sparring and how we can use our sparring times to become the fencer we want to be.
Date and Time
Sat 21st November 2026 12:00 - 17:00 GMT
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Five Hours of Open Sparring!
The day is an open hall for all fencers to partake in open practice against other fencers in the room, get your fights in and compete against your friends. Or, even better, make new friends and then fight them!
Instructor seminars and team games will feature within the day, but if these do not interest you, there will be room to continue sparring in the hall.
Seminar Instructor – Matthew McQueston-Spina, Coventry Longpoint
What is the purpose of sparring? Is it just to do stuff until we get tired or bored? Or, should our sparring be a significant tool to make us better fencers? This session will help us see how we can use our sparring times to become the fencer we want to be!
Required equipment: Weapon agnostic. Full kit for steel; at least mask and gloves for synthetics/foam.
Admin Bits
The day is open to all those who have valid insurance for the practice of Historical Fencing. Please be prepared to present evidence of such if asked by a member of staff. Those who do not have insurance will be required to purchase it through the Order for the day, for a £5 surcharge.
After Party
A fter the day of sparring, we will be heading up the road to a pub called the Boat Inn, address below. There we will swap exploits of the day and grab some food and drinks before the drive home!
Boat Inn, 31 Shilton Ln, Coventry CV2 2AB
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Agenda
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12:00 - 12:20Introductions and BriefingsArrivals and kit-drops. Gather in at the Admin Desk for a group briefing, covering all elements safety and expected conduct. First aiders will be pointed out as well as actions on.
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13:30 - 14:15Instructor Seminar - Matthew McQueston-Spina, Coventry LongpointWhat is the purpose of sparring? Is it just to do stuff until we get tired or bored? Or, should our sparring be a significant tool to make us better fencers? This session will help us see how we can use our sparring times to become the fencer we want to be! Required equipment: Weapon agnostic. Full kit for steel; at least mask and gloves for synthetics/foam.
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14:20Group PhotoGather up for the big group photo and a chance to snag extra photos with your clubmates!
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16:15 - 17:00Combat GamesA hour of combat scenarios and games to test your skills in larger melees. Large scale scraps, scenario games and challenges to enjoy.
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17:00After Party SocialOnce you have cleaned down, we will be heading to the local pub, the Boat Inn, for a drink and meal and swap exploits of the day!