Explore the world of classical dressage, rossfechten (mounted combat) and jousting through interviews, educational content and more. Hear from academics, horse trainers, HEMAists, and more as Liz explores both modern and historical interpretations of how to ride and fight on horseback.
Schola Equestris - the Horsey HEMA Podcast
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Explore the world of classical dressage, rossfechten (mounted combat) and jousting through interviews, educational content and more. Hear from academics, horse trainers, HEMAists, and more as Liz explores both modern and historical interpretations of how to ride and fight on horseback.
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Recent Episodes
November 1, 2024
Mounted Combat, HEMA, and Stunt Riding with Jack Gassmann
In this episode of Schola Equestris, host Liz Scott chats with the multitalented Jack Gassmann, an international HEMA competitor, equestrian martial artist, and seasoned horse stunt performer. Jack's journey spans from Lakota horse archery to competitive HEMA, and he brings an incredible blend of horsemanship, historical expertise, and athleticism to both the ring and film set. Topics covered in this episode: Jack’s Unique Path: From his roots in buckaroo horsemanship and European HEMA circuits to his current work in film stunts and reenactments. Mounted Combat Insights: How Jack views mounted combat as a “team sport” with the horse as a partner, and tips for HEMA practitioners looking to transition to mounted work. Horsemanship Fundamentals: The importance of mobility and groundwork before taking on mounted combat, with practical advice for learning to ride with finesse. Stunt Work and History: Jack shares insights into the stunt world, balancing historical accuracy with on-screen aesthetics, and his thoughts on how to bring HEMA’s athleticism to the mainstream. Training and Teaching: The realities of training beginners and non-riders for mounted combat, and Jack’s approach to making complex skills accessible. Tune in for a fascinating conversation with stories from film sets, HEMA tournaments, and the open trail, as Jack and Liz delve into the skills, athleticism, and dedication behind mounted combat and historical swordsmanship. Stay tuned to the end for Jack’s advice on getting started in mounted combat and his reflections on historical figures he’d love to meet. If you're interested in training with Jack or bringing mounted combat into your HEMA practice, check out his contact info in the show notes! Links and Contact Information Find Jack on Instagram (@JackGassmann) or Facebook! Follow Schola Equestris on Instagram (@scholaequestris), Facebook, or your favorite podcast source. Learn about Liz's sports performance training coaching for HEMAists on Instagram (@sprezzaturasports) or online at sprezzaturasports.com Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content on mounted combat and historical horsemanship!
July 28, 2024
Portuguese Jousting: Lisbon's Rua Nova
<p>António Oliveira, also known as Anton Stark is a PhD student at the University of Coimbra, where he is studying late medieval Portuguese arms and armour. He’s a working on a project titled ‘The Harness in Portugal: 1370-1495’ and recently presented a part of his work on jousting in Lisbon at the International Medieval Congress in Leeds. In this episode, we discuss his findings on the Rua Nova in Lisbon and its implications for 15th century jousting in Portugal - including an exciting theory regarding the birth of the tilt or barrier for jousting in this unique street. </p> <p>Instagram: @sirantonstark</p> <p> </p> <p>Additional Show Notes: </p> <p>Rua Nova in Lisbon</p> <ul><li>Possible anonymous Flemish painting of the Rua Nova prior to the 1755 earthquake/fire was discovered in 2009 in Kelmscott Manor in England. <ul><li>Further Reading: The Global City: On the Streets of Renaissance Lisbon, Annemarie Jordan Gschwend and K.J.P. Lowe, eds. London: Paul Holberton, 2015</li> <li>Related Blog Post: <a href='https://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/46280'>https://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/46280</a></li> </ul> </li> <li>Further Reading on the Earthquake of 1755 <ul><li>Shrady, Nicholas. The Last Day: Wrath, Ruin, and Reason in the Great Lisbon Earthquake of 1755. (ISBN 9781440637438).</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Gutierre Diaz de Gamez’s Chronicle of the Deeds of Don Pero Nino (mid 15th c)</p> <ul><li>4 surviving manuscripts</li> <li>English translation available by Joan Evans, Cambridge Ontario 2000</li> </ul> <p> </p>
June 28, 2024
Starting a horse the Ruffian way with Anastasija Ropa, PhD
<p>Anastasija Ropa, PhD is lead researcher at the Department of Sports Management and Communication Studies of the Latvian Academy of Sport Education. She is co-editor of the Rewriting Equestrian History series of books and Cheiron, The International Journal of Equine and Equestrian History, as well as a lifelong equestrian. </p> <p>In this podcast episode, you'll hear about her experience starting a young, previously feral horse the "Ruffian Way", utilizing techniques described by Jordannus Ruffus in the famous medieval equestrian text.</p> <p>Even more exciting, she will give us plenty of details on the upcoming inaugural Cheiron conference for all things horse history happening in Latvia in September. There are options to attend both remotely and in person, see kinks at the bottom of the show notes to register!</p> <p>Finally, we discuss her path to being a full time horse historian and lecturer, and how you, too, can contribute your research on horse history (no, you don't need a PhD to publish in the field)!</p> <p> </p> <p>NOTE: I realize sound quality for the interview is not as good as some of the prior episodes - still very listenable but not high quality studio sound. We had a couple issues with the recording software so the interview had to be done over zoom without a high quality microphone. I apologize! </p> <p> </p> <p>Enjoy this podcast and please follow us for further content!</p> <p><a href='http://www.scholaequestris.com'>www.scholaequestris.com</a></p> <p>Instagram: @scholaequestris</p> <p>Facebook: facebook.com/scholaequestris</p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes, in order of mention: </p> <p> Nadezhda Durova (1783-1866), Russian cavalry soldier and writer. Author of The Cavalry Maiden, journaling her experience in the Napoleonic Wars. English Translation (1989) of this work is available for those interested from Indiana University Press.</p> <p> </p> <p>Facebook Group: Horse History in the Middle Ages and Beyond <a href='https://www.facebook.com/share/UobBV4xL5ApvLiin/'>https://www.facebook.com/share/UobBV4xL5ApvLiin/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>New Release from Trivent Publishing - Saints and Sinners on Horseback: Volume 2 <a href='https://trivent-publishing.eu/home/192-357-saints-and-sinners-vol-2.html#/30-cover-ebook'>https://trivent-publishing.eu/home/192-357-saints-and-sinners-vol-2.html#/30-cover-ebook</a></p> <p> </p> <p>The Medieval Horse and its Equipment, c.1150-1450, Edited by John Clark (2011) <a href='https://boydellandbrewer.com/9781843836797/the-medieval-horse-and-its-equipment-c-1150-1450/'>https://boydellandbrewer.com/9781843836797/the-medieval-horse-and-its-equipment-c-1150-1450/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>The Equine History Collective: <a href='https://equinehistory.org/'>https://equinehistory.org/</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/EquineHistoryCollective/'>https://www.facebook.com/EquineHistoryCollective/</a> </p> <p>Cheiron / Inaugural Conference:</p> <p><a href='https://trivent-publishing.eu/100-cheiron-conference-2024'>https://trivent-publishing.eu/100-cheiron-conference-2024</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@Cheironjournal'>https://www.youtube.com/@Cheironjournal</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>Can You Move in Medieval Armor? From Daniel Jacquet on <a href='http://Medievalists.Net'>Medievalists.Net</a> <a href='https://www.medievalists.net/2024/06/move-medieval-armour/'>https://www.medievalists.net/2024/06/move-medieval-armour/</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Anasataija Ropa:</p> <p>Twitter (X): @anstasijaropa</p> <p>Website/Blog: <a href='https://t.co/j0bfEvgGNj'>thegrailquest.wordpress.com</a></p> <p></p>
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