Our Philosophy
Arena Weapon Arts has adopted a pragmatic approach to learning the art of historical fencing - while we study and work from the manuscripts, we don’t take a rigid or dogmatic approach to our training.
With consistent, competition-intensity pressure testing of our skills and techniques, along with constraints-based drills backed by established sports science, our fighters are able to pick up a sword from day one and quickly develop the skills necessary to reach their goals - whether it’s competing in tournaments or having fun and getting fit while learning historical combat arts.
Our Club
From humble beginnings, Arena Weapon Arts has grown into the largest HEMA club in the state of Texas. As our membership continues to grow, we look forward to fostering more of the camaraderie, fighting spirit, and dedication that has made Arena what it is today.
In addition, Arena is putting down stakes in Buffalo, NY and New Braunfels, TX as some of our members start new club chapters - stay tuned for more information as these plans develop!
Meet the Coaches
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![Arena Weapon Arts Coach Seneca Savoie hilding a messer.]()
Seneca Savoie
HEAD COACH (Austin)
With over a decade of experience in Fillipino Martial Arts, seven years of Olympic Fencing, and four years of HEMA, Seneca focuses on understanding modern sport science and applying it to create learner-centered environments. His goal is to create as many people who can beat him up as possible.
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![Arena Weapon Arts coach Stephen Heacock giving two thumbs up while biting a medal for a mixed steel HEMA tournament.]()
Stephen Heacock
HEAD COACH (Austin)
Coach Stephen started his fencing journey in 2015 taking classes in modern Olympic fencing before turning his sights on HEMA in 2017. He has a strong focus on body mechanics in his teaching and considers himself a lifelong student of weapon arts, always eager to learn and grow.
