Hi!

The Gathering of Wolves, in Cardiff last weekend, was a delight. It’s my first event in the UK for a decade (which is weird, right? I’ve literally attended more events in New Zealand than in the UK since I moved here). I taught two classes- one on I.33 sword and buckler, the other on Fiore’s zogho largo/zogho stretto distinction, and gave a lecture on solo training. They were all very well attended (about 40 students in each, I think), and each and every student was a pleasure to have in class.

I managed to get some fencing in before my class on Sunday morning, and again, every bout was a pleasure. I also got to meet some legends of the UK historical martial arts scene, watch some of their classes, and in general connect with my people.

The event absolutely deserves a full and proper write up, which I’ll try to get to soon, but for now just let me say if you get the chance to attend next year, just do it. Hope to see you there!