Offering classes in classical and historical fencing since 2015 – Discover the art of swordplay with Columbus Saber Academy!
From Italian sabre to longsword and rapier, our approach to training and personal development emphasizes the importance of structure, mechanics, tempo, and measure. Our mission has always been and continues to this day – to offer engaging and accessible experiences in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space that supports your personal growth and success. Whether you’re interested in general fitness, confidence building, tournament-level competition, or just out to learn something new in a supportive community-based environment, we have something for you.
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Instruction focuses on foundational and advanced techniques, progressing from guided solo and partner drills to active adaptations and free-sparring, all with emphasis on proper footwork, mechanics, movement, control, and structure. Workshops will be scheduled throughout the year on a variety of topics. Join our Discord and follow our Instagram site for the latest announcements. Training weapons for each class are provided as needed, and we will work with you when you are ready on recommendations to purchase your own weapons and sparring gear.

We offer weekly classes in Longsword, Saber, and Rapier and Dagger, and monthly workshops in Sword and Buckler and our Daggers and Defenses program. All classes and workshops are taught by Tom Amoroso and team and are hosted at 51 N. State Street in Westerville, unless noted. Registration is required for each class. Cost is $15 per person per class or click here to sign up for our unlimited monthly classes package at $75 per person.

Longsword

A two-handed, double-edged weapon, our longsword program focuses on lessons from the Italian traditions – Fiore dei Liberi’s 15th century work Fior di Battaglia and Achille Marozzo’s 16th century work Opera Nova dell’Arte delle Armi.

Monday Nights, 6:00-7:00pm and 7:00-8:00pm

Saber

A single edged cutting and thrusting weapon with a curved blade and a one-handed grip, our sabre program follows the Radaellian tradition and the works of Italian master Luigi Barbasetti, emphasizing the study and practice of the molinelli.

Wednesday Nights, 7:00-8:00pm

Rapier & Dagger

Our rapier program focuses on fighting with both the single-handed double edged-weapon by itself and with a parrying dagger in your off hand, leveraging the works of Italian master Ridolfo Capo Ferro.

Wednesday Nights, 6:00-7:00pm

Sword Yoga

A unique program created by Tom back in 2019, with sword in hand our sword yoga attendees will be guided through a series of poses and exercises designed to help increase flexibility and circulatory health and improve athletic performance.

Check Registration for Schedule

Daggers & Defenses

The mechanics and application of armed and unarmed self-defense techniques – strikes, joint locks, throws, escapes – with and against a dagger, as illustrated in Achille Marozzo’s 1536 Opera Nova dell’Arte delle Armi.

Monthly Weekend Workshop