Tyrnhaw 2025: The Right (of) Way

Join us in the historic city of Trnava for Europe’s largest HEMA tournament of the fall season. This high-level event draws top fighters from across the continent for a weekend of intense competition, community spirit, and celebration of the historical martial arts we love.

With large pools, experienced judges, and a packed hall of passionate fencers, Tyrnhaw promises high stakes and unforgettable moments. Whether you're here to compete, support your clubmates, or just enjoy world-class fencing, this is the place to be.


🗓️ Event Schedule
📅 Saturday 25.10.2025 Main Tournament Day (LSM, LSW, R&D)

📅 Sunday 26.10.2025 Sparring Day (included in registration)


🏆Categories
• Longsword Men (LSM) – 126 spots
• Longsword Women (LSW) – 24 spots
• Rapier & Dagger (R&D) – 24 spots


✍️ Registration Info
🔓 Priority Registration – 25.5.2025 at 20:00 CET For the Top 300 LSM fighters on HEMA Ratings only (Eligibility will be checked at the time of registration)

🌍 General Registration – Opens 1.6.2025 For LSM, LSW, and R&D categories


💳 Fees:
• LSM or R&D – 60€
• LSW – 50€
• +10€ if competing in both LSM & R&D
• +15€ for Afterparty (optional)

Note: Sunday sparring is included in the price!


⚔️ What to Expect
• Large pools, international judging, and exciting eliminations
• Official refereeing under the Slovak HEMA Federation
• A chance to etch your name onto the legendary Tyrnhaw Steel Wheel of Fame
• An unforgettable afterparty to celebrate with fellow fighters
• Open sparring on Sunday – free for all participants


⚔️Tyrnhaw will run on the OnlyFence system!
🔗 Check out our tournament page here: https://system.onlyfence.eu/e/tyrnhaw-2025

More info coming soon – stay tuned!