Helmets — Gear Guide
Fencing masks and back-of-head protection for every discipline.
Recommended items
- Intermediate Longsword: Absolute Force HEMA Basic Fencing Mask — Required for all sparring classes. A solid entry-level HEMA fencing mask via Purpleheart Armoury.
- Intermediate Longsword: Back of the Head Protection — Required for longsword sparring. Multiple options available.
- Stick & Targe: Absolute Force HEMA Basic Fencing Mask — Required for all sparring classes. A solid entry-level HEMA fencing mask via Purpleheart Armoury.
- Youth Soft Sword: Absolute Force HEMA Basic Fencing Mask — Required for all youth ages 11+. Via Purpleheart Armoury.
- Youth Soft Sword: Soft Warrior Sparta Helmet — Alternative helmet option for all youth ages 11+. Includes neck protection.
- BladeFit Games: Absolute Force HEMA Basic Fencing Mask — Required for all youth ages 11+. Via Purpleheart Armoury.
- BladeFit Games: Soft Warrior Sparta Helmet — Alternative helmet option for all youth ages 11+. Includes neck protection.
Classes that use this gear
Contact and location
- BladeFit Academy, 7588 Delaware Lane, Vancouver, WA 98684
- Phone: (360) 207-0252
- Email: lisa@bladefitacademy.com
- Some youth classes meet outdoors at Leroy Haagen Memorial Park, Vancouver, WA
About BladeFit Academy
BladeFit Academy teaches Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), swordsmanship, movement, and fitness to youth and adults in Vancouver, Washington.
BladeFit Academy, 7588 Delaware Lane, Vancouver, WA 98684. (360) 207-0252. lisa@bladefitacademy.com.Content last updated 2026-07-30.