Welcome

Gotham European Martial Arts Collective (also known as Gotham Swords or GEMAC) is an athletic social club offering training in Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) and Historical Fencing in New York City! We offer training in Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), Historical Fencing, and Swordsmanship from a variety of sources.

First Visit

Before you sign up for your first class, check out our Guide to Your First Visit ».  

This offers advice for brand new students as well as information for students and instructors from other clubs who want to visit or make a new home here with us at Gotham!

Student Resources

• Guide to Your First Visit

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Guide to Buying Gear

• Code of Conduct

• Gotham Swords Merch Store