MIDLANDS MADNESS 2025
May 2nd-4th
Looking forward to Midlands Madness again this year? From May 2nd-4th we have crafted an event full of diverse opportunities for participants to showcase their skills and expand their knowledge. The day includes 10 dynamic workshops—one of which is yet to be announced. You’ll also have the chance to compete in a range of tournaments: The strategic Longsword Tournament, and the intense Combat Longsword Tournament. Additionally, we’re featuring a unique One Handed and Companion Tournament, as well as a Sidearm only for those who enjoy the art of close combat. We can’t wait to host you all at The Warrior Warehouse! Get ready for a day of learning, competition, and camaraderie—let the tournament begin!
Highlighted features for this year.
-Dynamic Livestream Set-Up.
-More fights and pools!
-Boxing Ring for Main Events.
-Returning and new workshop instructors and lecturers.
-A new close quarters combat tournament to compliment the boxing ring. (Tomahawk, Dagger, Etc)
-Larger mat space and open area.
-Vending Machines and Warrior Warehouse Staff.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday May 2nd:
9am-10am-Sign in
10am-12pm- Daniel Mclaurin (“Advanced Talhoffer Dagger Techniques”) and Krys Earles (“Judging 101”)
12pm-2pm- Rick Thompson ("Coaching & Teaching Rapier in the style of Capo Fabrirozzogrippanetti.") and Krys Earle’s with Matthew Daymiel Assisting (“HEMA Medical Aid Leadership Education")
2pm-3pm- Lunch
3pm-4pm- Joe Long ("Sabre and Smallsword: Swordsmanship in Revolutionary-Era South Carolina")
4pm-6pm- Sean Gruber (“Nurtured in the School of the rifle and Tomahawk” The History and Practice of Light Axe Combatives)
6pm-8pm- Marshall Strong (“Competitive Longsword Tactics and Psychology”)
8pm-10pm- Dan Bernardo (“Stick Fighting Traditions of the Peasant Farmers in Abruzzo Italy”)
Saturday May 3rd:
8am-9am- Check In
9am-11am- John Blood ("Topsy-Turvy: Liechtenauer Longsword for Sinister Practitioners")
11am-3pm- INDES Longsword
3pm-5pm- Lunch/Break
5pm-9pm- Combat Longsword
Sunday May 4th:
9am-10am- Check In
10am-1pm- One Handed and Companion
1pm-3pm- Break
3pm-End- Sidearms Only
Participants List: PARTICIPANTS - Google Sheets
Meet our Guest Instructors!
REGISTRATION
Register in order! Follow these steps:
1. Fill out the Liability Form
2. Fill out the Registration Form
3.Select your items below for purchase!
Tournament, Workshops, and Merch
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, Mexico, Honduras, or the US
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
• 100% cotton face
• 65% ring-spun cotton, 35% polyester
• Front pouch pocket
• Self-fabric patch on the back
• Matching flat drawstrings
• 3-panel hood
• Blank product sourced from Pakistan
Disclaimer: This hoodie runs small. For the perfect fit, we recommend ordering one size larger than your usual size.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the flammability, lead, cadmium, bisphenols and phthalates level requirements.
In compliance with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), Oak inc. and SINDEN VENTURES LIMITED ensure that all consumer products offered are safe and meet EU standards. For any product safety related inquiries or concerns, please contact our EU representative at gpsr@sindenventures.com. You can also write to us at 123 Main Street, Anytown, Country or Markou Evgenikou 11, Mesa Geitonia, 4002, Limassol, Cyprus.
• 100% polyester
• One size: 15″ × 17″ (38.1 cm × 43.2 cm)
• Fabric weight (may vary by 5%): 6.64 oz/yd² (225 g/m²)"
• Maximum weight limit: 33 lbs (15 kg)
• Twin cotton handles
• Drawstring closure
• Blank product components sourced from Israel
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
- Fabric composition in the EU: 96% polyester, 4% spandex
- Fabric composition in the US: 93% polyester, 7% spandex
- Fabric weight in the EU: 6.34 oz./yd.² (215 g/m²)
- Fabric weight in the US: 7.08 oz./yd.² (240 g/m²)
- Relaxed unisex fit
- Practical side pockets
- Elastic waistband with a white drawstring
- Can be worn on the waist or on the hips
- Premium knit mid-weight jersey fabric
Disclaimer: In areas where the fabric is double-layered (like pockets), details from the inner fabric layer may subtly show through, especially with lighter designs.
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the flammability, and formaldehyde, lead, cadmium, phthalates, azo dyes, bisphenols and mercury level requirements.
In compliance with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), Oak inc. and SINDEN VENTURES LIMITED ensure that all consumer products offered are safe and meet EU standards. For any product safety related inquiries or concerns, please contact our EU representative at gpsr@sindenventures.com. You can also write to us at 123 Main Street, Anytown, Country or Markou Evgenikou 11, Mesa Geitonia, 4002, Limassol, Cyprus.
MIDLANDS MADNESS 2024
Watch the footage from our previous tourney!