How do we fence?
Sofia Longsword Open and Sofia CrossSwords are competitive sporting events, created to give fencers the opportunity to test their abilities in a controlled environment.
The goal of this ruleset is neither the reconstruction of a historical competitive system, nor the simulation of historical combat.
Instead, we aim to be a competitive ground for evaluating key skills needed for developing an understanding of historical fencing techniques and tactics.
The 2026 Weapon categories
In 2026 we are organizing two tournaments - the classic Sofia CrossSwords is coming in November, but before that you can join us for the first ever Sofia Longsword Open.
In Sofia Longsword Open you can compete in:
Longsword Open Tier A&B - for a second time Open Longsword will be tiered, so you can experience as many matches on your level as possible.
Ladies Longsword - some of the toughest fencers on the Balkans compete every year.