Blademasters Cup is a HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) event located in Cork, Ireland and featuring 2 tournaments happening over weekend of 29th-30th of Aug 2026:

– Open Sabre on Saturday 29th of Aug 2026 from 2pm to 8pm (36 slots)
– Open Longsword on Sunday 30th of Aug 2025 from 10am to 8pm (72 slots)

Social on Saturday evening!
Info: https://blademastersacademy.com/blademasters-cup/
FB Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/995492193130749
Tickets: https://blademastersacademy.com/product/blademasters-cup-2026/

Event will take place in Mahon Community Centre’s sports hall on both days (fencing gear can be left in the hall overnight)
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/y9pRVdk4y3v

Tournament info: Both tournaments will start with a pool phase + direct elimination bracket with 8/16 top scorers (winners of each pool + remaining top scorers) fighting for gold!
Tournament info will be available on HEMA Scorecard (results will be submitted to HEMA Ratings)
Ruleset: https://blademastersacademy.com/tournament-ruleset/
Gear Reqs: https://blademastersacademy.com/gear-requirements/