Adventure Programs at Academie Duello

Dive into an authentic swordplay adventure

Join us for an exciting 90-120 minutes where you’ll take on the role of a renaissance noble training for their first duel, put on armour and immerse yourself in knightly training, experience the thrill of fighting from horseback, take up Axe-Throwing or take up the bow and test your poise and precision.

Academie Duello is the world’s largest centre for the study of European Martial Arts and our adventure programs are a fun, safe, and engaging way for you, your family and friends, or your team to explore the dream of being a warrior or musketeer.

Daily Sessions & Private Adventures

Join us for one of our regular themed sessions or book your own private adventure for your group. We provide:

Real steel swords, blunted and made for practice
Expert European martial arts instructors
Immersive and exciting swordplay and archery experiences
Sessions for singles, small groups, corporate bookings and team-building exercises, birthday parties, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and more!

COVID-19

Due to COVID-19 We are currently only accepting bookings for Archery, Sword Cutting and Axe-Throwing Adventures.

We’ve implemented COVID-19 Safety procedures so that you can feel safe while having fun. Axe throwing, archery, and sword cutting can all be done with more than 6 feet of social distance between you, instructors, and members of your group. They’re the perfect activities for these uncertain times. For our detailed COVID-19 Safety Protocol click here.

Who can come?

Our regularly scheduled adventures are suitable for ages 14 and up. Private adventures are available for ages 6 and up. All fitness levels welcome. No experience required!

What Do I Bring?

Comfortable workout clothes, indoor shoes, a water bottle, and a thirst for adventure!

We Keep You Safe

All of our equipment is made specifically for safe practice while keeping an authentic feel. We use protective equipment when its required and our instructors are all experienced experts.

Pick Your Theme

From the depths of Sherwood Forest to the fields of Agincourt, prepare yourself to take up the mantle of “Archer”! Take a crash course in the history of this ancient weapon, and the skills required to wield it. MORE

The first and only axe throwing venue in downtown Vancouver. Axe Throwing is taking the world by storm and for good reason: it’s great fun, easy and huck’n exciting! MORE

You’ll be given professional instructions and a real sharp sword to cut, chop and stab squash, melons and pumpkins! Find out how it feels to use a real weapon of war from the middle ages! MORE

The 14th century knight was a formidable warrior versed in the arts of the sword, spear, lance, shield, axe, and unarmed. Join us to learn the art of medieval battle. MORE

Private Adventures

Corporate Sessions

Even the playing field with an epic adventure like no other! Lessons in swordplay, staff, archery, and more; demonstrations; tournaments; at our centre, stables, or your office. MORE

Adult Parties and Groups

Birthday parties, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and adventures with your friends and family. Take one of our theme adventures or create your own! MORE

Youth Parties and Groups

An exciting adventure that will ignite the imagination of kids ages 6 and up. Learn swordplay, handle real swords, make shields, and explore knighthood! MORE

Solo and Small Groups

Embark on the adventure of swordplay on your own, with a friend, or in a small group. Design your own adventure and learn the art with our expert instructors. MORE

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