The Barony of the Flaming Gryphon offers a wide range of activities for members with interests in medieval combat, arts, and culture. New participants are always welcome — no experience required.
Armored Combat (Heavy Weapons)
Armored combat recreates the tournament and battlefield combat of the Middle Ages. Participants wear steel armor and fight with rattan weapons. All equipment is inspected for safety before each practice.
Schedule: Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Location: Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6430 Far Hills Drive, Dayton, OH
Contact: Gunnar Redboar (Knight's Marshal) — syr.redboar@gmail.com
Rapier (Fencing)
Rapier combat recreates the civilian sword-fighting styles of Renaissance Europe. Participants use flexible steel rapiers with protective masks and jackets. Rapier practice runs alongside armored combat on Thursday evenings.
Schedule: Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Location: Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6430 Far Hills Drive, Dayton, OH
Contact: Finepopla Gunnarswif (Marshal of Fence) — finepopla@gmail.com
Arts & Sciences
The Arts & Sciences program encompasses the full range of medieval crafts and scholarship: calligraphy, illumination, textile arts, brewing, cooking, music, dance, woodworking, leatherworking, and more. Competitions are held at Baronial events and the Kingdom A&S championship.
A&S practitioners also gather at Thursday evening practice alongside the combat activities — it's a great time to work on projects, get feedback, and connect with other artisans.
Schedule: Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Location: Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6430 Far Hills Drive, Dayton, OH
Contact: Maya Galbraith (Minister of Arts & Sciences)
Archery
The Barony maintains an archery program covering target archery with period-style equipment. Competitions are held at Baronial and Kingdom events. The Barony holds multiple archery championships (longbow, crossbow, and youth).
Contact: Bertrande Fresneau (Captain of Archers) — flaminggryphon.archery@midrealm.org
Heraldry
The Baronial Herald assists members in researching and registering period names and heraldic devices through the SCA College of Arms. The Barony also participates in voice heraldry (court announcements) and field heraldry at events.
The Baronial arms are: Ermine, on a pile Or a gryphon segreant azure.
Contact: Mughain nic Cairt Ciannact (Heraldic Pursuivant) — flaminggryphon.herald@midrealm.org
Thrown Weapons
The Barony's thrown weapons program covers axes, knives, and spears in the style of medieval Europe. The Thrown Weapons Marshal position is currently open — contact the Seneschal for more information.
Contact: flaminggryphon.seneschal@midrealm.org
Brewing & Vintning
An active interest group for members interested in period-style brewing and winemaking.