Instructors
Brittany Reeves
Brittany Reeves
Brittany Reeves
Head Instructor, Co-Founder
Brittany is a highly sought after international instructor having taught at esteemed events across the United States, Canada, and Europe. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Ancient and Medieval History, a minor in Art History, and has cross trained in armored combat and jujitsu. With nearly 15 years of martial a
Head Instructor, Co-Founder
Brittany is a highly sought after international instructor having taught at esteemed events across the United States, Canada, and Europe. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Ancient and Medieval History, a minor in Art History, and has cross trained in armored combat and jujitsu. With nearly 15 years of martial arts experience, Brittany has won a multitude of medals across several competitive categories including wrestling, sabre, longsword, rapier, and sharp cutting.
Kyle Griswold
Brittany Reeves
Brittany Reeves
Head Instructor, Co-Founder
Super-champion.
Ramon Diaz
Brittany Reeves
Ramon Diaz
Instructor
Ramon has been with Mordhau since 2020 and has since medaled in multiple weapon categories such as longsword, dagger, and messer. He is a diligent coach who has supported dozens of members on their own competitive journeys locally and internationally. You can catch him running our Friday night conditioning classes.
Kari Baker
Rob Pickett
Ramon Diaz
Instructor
Kari has been training HEMA with Mordhau since 2021. She is active in the competition circuit, medaling across multiple weapons including longsword, rapier, rapier+dagger, smallsword, and dussack. Kari also contributes statistics articles to SwordSTEM.com. You can find Kari leading our Monday night rapier classes.
Rob Pickett
Rob Pickett
Rob Pickett
Instructor
Rob joined Mordhau in 2020. He is a lifelong martial artist with extensive experience in a wide variety of armed and unarmed styles. Find Rob for help with foundational concepts and techniques as well as preparing for rank tests.
Josh DeLong
Rob Pickett
Rob Pickett
Instructor
Josh has been practicing HEMA since 2021. He has honed his skills through tournaments and study across the United States and Europe. You can find him leading our Saturday morning langesmesser class.
What We Do
We Spar!
At our school, sparring is central to how we train and grow—both as martial artists and as a community. We believe that controlled, respectful pressure-testing is one of the most effective ways to deepen technical skill, strengthen decision-making, and develop genuine confidence.
We approach sparring as a cooperative challenge, not a contest of egos. Beginners start with structured drills and light, guided exchanges to build safety, control, and good technical habits. As students progress, sparring evolves into a dynamic laboratory where historical techniques, timing, and strategy can be explored in real time.
We Study!
Our training is grounded in careful interpretation of primary sources. Whether it’s medieval longsword, Renaissance rapier, or later-period weapons, we look first to the surviving manuals for guidance. This ensures that our techniques, strategies, and drills are faithful to the historical systems they come from—not modern inventions or guesses. We strive for accessible scholarship for all students.
You don’t need to be a historian to engage with source material. We present translations, illustrations, and key concepts in a clear, approachable way so beginners and experienced practitioners alike can understand the “why” behind the movements. Students are encouraged to ask questions, explore interpretations, and take part in the ongoing conversation that defines HEMA as a research-driven martial art. Ask us about our in-studio library!
We Compete!
Competition is encouraged—not to create champions, but to give students the opportunity to test themselves, handle adrenaline, and experience the art under higher pressure. We value sportsmanship, personal growth, and historical accuracy as much as any medal. Students who choose to compete receive supportive coaching and a positive environment focused on improvement. There are plenty of competitive opportunities locally, regionally, and internationally to test ourselves, and our coaches are there to support everyone looking to compete!
We Build Community!
Above all, we believe that HEMA thrives on a culture where people lift each other up. Whether someone is preparing for their first class, their first tournament, or simply working through a tricky technique, the community stands behind them. We strive to make our school a place where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to keep growing.
Community doesn’t stop at the training floor. We host workshops, social events, study sessions, and friendly meet-ups that help students build friendships as well as skills. Shared effort, shared learning, and shared experiences turn classmates into a genuine community.