Eurasia Exchange

About

A two-day HEMA festival full of workshops, games and special fights!

Join us for a weekend of HEMA training, sparring, and structured combat games at Eurasia Exchange in Istanbul — where Europe meets Asia. As a bridge between two continents and traditions, Eurasia Exchange brings together practitioners of all levels for workshops, feud matches, and playful challenges built around learning, testing, and exchanging skills.

Workshops
Feud Matches
Wildcard Tournament
King of the Hill
Open Sparring

Activities

Workshops

There will be 10 workshops led by experienced instructors from various countries.

Feud Matches

Arranged show matches where we bring two fighters together for an exhibition bout in the field.

Wildcard Tournament

Single-elimination tournament where each match is fought under a different set of rules and conditions.

King of the Hill

A fast-paced sparring activity where fighters defend their position against a stream of challengers.

Instructors

Here are our instructors for Eurasia Exchange 2026, click on their portraits to learn more!

Petr Vasiliev

Isabella Panzera

Giordano Moreni

Fedor Akhnazarov

Anastasia Plokhova

Pricing

Passes

Day Pass

€120

Access to one selected day of the event
Access to all workshops on that day
Access to the open sparring area

Full Pass

€225

Full access to both days of the event
10 workshops across both days
Entry to combat games
Access to all event areas

Schedule

Overview

Here is how the two days of training, sparring, and activities are structured.

Day 1 · Saturday

10:00Doors Open
10:15-13:15Workshops 1 & 2
13:15-14:00Meal Break
14:00-15:30King of the Hill
15:30-16:00Feud Match 1
16:00-17:00Snack Break
17:00-18:30Workshop 3
18:30-20:00Workshop 4
20:00-21:30Workshop 5

Day 2 · Sunday

10:00Doors Open
10:00-13:00Workshops 6 & 7
13:00-14:00Meal Break
14:00-15:30Wildcard Tournament
15:30-16:00Feud Match 2
16:00-17:00Snack Break
17:00-18:30Workshop 8
18:30-20:00Workshop 9
20:00-21:30Workshop 10

Workshops · Saturday

Workshops 1 & 2 · Isabella Panzera & Giordano Moreni
Practical Footwork Training — how to train coordination and timing (first half footwork, second half rapier)
Workshop 3 · Fedor Akhnazarov
(LS) Schielhau Strikes
Workshop 4 · Anastasia Plokhova
Mindset for Tournaments — keeping an athlete's training log
Workshop 5 · Petr Vasiliev
(LS) Clean Execution — how to avoid being hit when you cut

Workshops · Sunday

Workshops 6 & 7 · Isabella Panzera & Giordano Moreni
Technical Timing in Counterattacks (MW)
Workshop 8 · Fedor Akhnazarov
(MW) Adaptation: Fencing Opponents from Different Disciplines
Workshop 9 · Anastasia Plokhova
A Maneuverable Step — fencing defensively is not a death sentence
Workshop 10 · Petr Vasiliev
(S&B) The Best Strike is a Thrust — how to thrust from any distance

LS: Longsword · MW: Mixed Weapons · S&B: Sword & Buckler

Location

Istanbul

Venue

The event will take place at Clubsporium Bostancı, within walking distance of the Bostancı stop on the M4 (pink) metro line.

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Travel

Istanbul is a major international hub with frequent flights worldwide. The city has an extensive public transport network, with metro as the fastest option.

Download Istanbul Travel Guide (PDF)

FAQ

No. The event is open to all levels. Sessions and formats are designed to be accessible while still challenging for experienced practitioners.

Participants are expected to bring their own protective gear and sparring weapons. Limited training equipment may be available for those without full gear, but participation cannot be guaranteed in all activities.

The event will be conducted in English to ensure accessibility for international participants.

A detailed schedule will be shared closer to the event date as final logistics are confirmed.

They are structured and engaging formats designed to be fun, interactive, and skill-based. Some include competitive elements, but the focus is on participation and experience. The results will not be submitted to Hemaratings.