Knighthood is now accessible for all!
WHAT
We have created a program specifically tailored to share history while sharing our passion for empowerment through sport! At Knight School Inc. we teach Medieval mounted games to riders of ANY discipline (western pleasure, dressage, hunter, reigning, etc.) which can accommodate ANY age (inquire about kids camps) and facilitates ALL ranges of ability. We work slowly at the pace of our student/horse partnerships, building confidence while always ensuring safety remains the top priority.
HOW
Students will learn a variety of historical games as well as basic list etiquette and protocol in a fun, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment. We teach students at their own pace, utilizing weapons and practices specially engineered to guarantee the safety of both horse and rider.
WHY
Knight School Inc. prides itself on creating safe spaces and ensuring equity and fair treatment for all our human participants as well as their equine counterparts. Come join us for a life altering experience, where you can become a Knight in an afternoon!
VISION
We are seeking to establish partnerships with local area barns and riding facilities to help their boarders, lesson students, and clients experience the thrill of Mounted Medieval Games! We want you to build your own vision for community in the Medieval sports space, creating comradery and fellowship amongst your riders as they learn and grow together by building strong bonds through partnership with their horses. Nothing produces trust and joy in both you and your horse like succeeding at Medieval sport! Does this sound like you? Do you want to be a part of the future of Medieval sport? We are opening the door and ushering others in to a previously inaccessible space, please join us!
Inquire about how you can create your own Medieval Mounted Games Team!
Introduction to Medieval Mounted Games (MMG) (3 hours) This is an introductory clinic for those interested in mounted Medieval sport. Students begin with padded weapons at a walk, always proceeding at the pace they and their mount are most comfortable with. Games progress steadily until students can confidently throw a sharpened spear into a target at a canter.
Session will include:
- List Etiquette & Protocol
- Lance Control
- Catching Rings
- Spear Throw
- Shield & Lance Intro
** All Introduction to MMG clinic participants must have an intermediate riding level, with a solid grasp of walk, trot, canter, turning, and, of course, stopping. During this clinic we will be adding new movements to these basic foundational skills. **
Advancing Medieval Mounted Games (AMMG) (3 hours) This clinic is for those who have completed the Intro to MMG clinic and are interested in advancing their skills. Advancing classes, as the name would imply, work at advancing your skills. Once again, we work at the speed of the participants, with those confident in basic skills working towards mastery. New games and skills will be added as horse and rider pairs demonstrate the ability to safely progress.
Session may include:
- Refining skills learned in IMMG clinic
- Quintain (w/ and w/o shield)
- Mounted Sword – “Head Chop”
- Mounted Lance & Shield
- Rings (Big & Little)
- Flags
- Relay
- Light Armor Jousting
You may register for an Advancing MMG Clinic ONLY if you have:
- Previously attended a Knight School Inc. Into MMG clinic at any location.
- Attended a morning Into MMG clinic during a 2 part all day clinic.
Both Intro and Advancing Clinics may be scheduled for one day, but we generally recommend students space out the training as becoming a Knight is multifaceted and intensive. Attending both clinics in one day is not for the faint of heart and requires a high level of physical endurance, but as always, we work at the speed our pairs are comfortable with and can take breaks to accommodate any mental or physical fatigue our human/equine partnerships may encounter
General Information for both Intro MMG & Advancing MMG:
- Open to riders 16 and above.
- Specialized clinics available for kids under 16.
- ALL riding disciplines welcome!
- Maximum of 8 participants / session
- Waiver must be signed prior to participation.
- BYOH - Bring your own horse (or rent from the host facility)
- All Riders must dress appropriately to participate!
- Riding helmets are mandatory!
What to bring:
Your horse and tack, Riding Helmet, Gloves, Riding Boots, a packed lunch (unless provided by host), and dress appropriately for the weather. Please bring/drink lots of water!
Auditing: Join our mailing list to receive info about upcoming clinics - the more the…Medievaler?! Please come join us! If we have piqued your curiosity, we assure you that you will not be disappointed!
Please wear appropriate footwear, regardless of if you will be participating! No open toed shoes! Please wear boots for safety reasons.
We may also take some volunteers from our auditors to act as brave “Squires”, helping to ensure safety and learning through participation in true Medieval fashion. Come see what Knight life is all about!