Myles Cupp

SoCal Swordfight 2026

Myles Cupp

SoCal Swords, California, USA

A history enthusiast, Myles has traveled internationally to study antique swords, refine his techniques, and research historical martial systems and manuals. Besides medaling in categories from longsword to cutting to rapier in tournaments around the U.S., he represented North America in the 2019 European Games in Single Rapier. Myles also contributes analyses of sword mechanics to SwordSTEM as a professional engineer.

SoCal Swords

SoCal Swords is a HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) club based in Southern California, dedicated to the study and practice of historical sword fighting techniques, with a focus on early German longsword.

The club is committed to advancing HEMA while maintaining a fun and engaging environment for sword enthusiasts. SoCal Swords emphasizes the study of HEMA as a historical martial art rather than just a sporting activity, blending in-depth manual interpretation with practical fighting skills.

At SoCal Swords, students benefit from experienced instructors who excel in tournament competition and historical research. The training program covers effective self-defense, precise attacks, and cutting techniques, all conducted with safety in mind using appropriate gear.

SoCal Swords fosters a vibrant community of HEMA practitioners, welcoming both beginners and experienced fighters to join their sword-loving family.

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