Additional Info & FAQS

Where is it?

 

This year’s Lonestar Smash will take place on the Dallas College - North Lake Campus

 
 

What Times?

 

The workshop is held on November 8th and 9th, 2025. Below is the class schedule structure. Class topics will be released the week of the workshop, and signups will happen on-site. Classes will be offered in open, beginner, advanced levels in all 8 SAFD Weapons (single sword, smallsword, sword and shield, rapier & dagger, knife, staff, two-handed sword, and unarmed), and more.

Daily Schedule:
8:00-9:00 Registration
8:30-8:50 Announcements & Warmups
9:00-10:20 First Class
10:30-11:50 Second Class
12:00-1:30 Lunch
1:30-2:50 Third Class1:30-2:50
3:00-4:20 Fourth Class
4:30-5:50 Fifth Class
5:50-6:00 Concluding remarks of the Day

 

What ages can participate?

 

The 2025 workshop is open to participants ages 18 and up.

 

Do I need prior experience?

 

Nope! This workshop has classes that are geared toward everyone, from absolute beginners to advanced combatants.

Where do I stay?

 

HOTEL INFO!

Quality Suites Irving-Las Colinas
1223 Greenway Circle
Irving, TX, 75038

Room Rate: $84/Night (Rate expires October 24th)

Book Rooms Here: https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/irving/quality-inn-hotels/tx615

 

How much does it cost?

 

$325

  • Registration is secured by completing the registration form and purchasing a tuition

  • A T-Shirt is included in your tuition price

  • You may buy additional T-Shirts for an additional fee

 

Will there be SPRs?

 

No, we will not be offering the option for Skills Proficiency Renewals this year.

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