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Registration opens:
December 15th, 2026

The Scottish Basket Hilt Broadsword Class

with swordsman and educator Jerry Berg

2027-01-05 18:00:00 2027-01-05 19:30:00 America/New_York The Scottish Basket Hilt Broadsword Class Join Swordsmanship Museum and Academy instructor and educator, and Professor of Historical Swordsmanship at GVSU, Jerry Berg, as he leads a class on the use of the Scottish Basket Hilt Broadsword. Portage District Library - *Austin & Sugarloaf Lake Rooms

Tuesday, January 05
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Portage District Library

*Austin & Sugarloaf Lake Rooms

Join Swordsmanship Museum and Academy instructor and educator, and Professor of Historical Swordsmanship at GVSU, Jerry Berg, as he leads a class on the use of the Scottish Basket Hilt Broadsword.

Registration required

Join Swordsmanship Museum and Academy educator Jerry Berg as he leads a class introducing the fundamentals of traditional Scottish Broadsword, focusing on what makes the system uniquely Scottish, all while sharing the history and conflict behind the weapon. No experience is required for this class, but since we will be moving and using training swords, please dress appropriately. After this class, any 18th-century warring Highland clan would love to have you among the ranks of their warriors! Training swords will be provided. Attendees must be at least 18 years of age. 

All participants are welcome. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact us at rwiegmann@portagelibrary.info before your visit.

Location Details: Austin, Sugarloaf, and West Rooms are located on the lower level of the library.

Event Contact: Rachael Wiegmann

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentation | Activity |

TAGS: | 4:Adult Dept | 3:Standard | 2:In person | 1:Adult (18+) |

Portage District Library

Phone: 269-329-4544

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