Founded in 2003, Mittelmarch is the Indianapolis chapter of Belegarth Medieval Combat Society, a fun, safe, and inclusive sport where participants wear medieval or fantasy-themed clothing and simulate combat with foam-padded weapons.
The fighting is hard and fast and has, since 1979, refined into its own brand of martial arts. The rules are easy to learn, and after a few practices, you will be hooked and bring your friends.
Belegarth promotes the pursuit, study, and appreciation of related arts and sciences from pre-1600’s cultures as well as in the medieval fantasy genres. BMCS 501(c)3 registered educational non-profit organization.
What People Say
Awesome time, and thank you for a great event! I have learned soreness in an entirely new muscle group that I didn’t know I had.
~ Falgrim, Numenor (Illinois)
Today was the most immersive and intense day of foam fighting I have experienced in 13 years in the sport. Thank you all so much for running such an incredible event.
~ Sporky, Galladorn (Ohio)
A huge thank you to the community, the silent auction for the Trevor Project raised just under $800. Your generosity literally saved lives.
~ Edric, Pahmoten (Indiana)
Membership
Mittelmarch practices are free to attend, with loaner weapons available for new players to use. After three months, participants should obtain their own weapons and wear garb. Membership dues of $20 per year are voluntary, but do provide the following benefits:
- Entrance to all Mittelmarch events for the year.
- Ability to test for Mittelmarch Ranks for the year.
- Mittelmarch belt sash once “Footman” rank is achieved.