Jousting Experience
- Gift Details. In the words of Samuel L Jackson, it's time to get medieval on your horse. Travel back in time & be a Knight for the day in this action packed medieval thrills experience. With expert horsemen & actors at your side you will be taught the skills used by Knights including how to use a shield & lance, horse control, how to strike targets, mounted period games & foot fights with swords & quarterstaffs. The event concludes with the chance to dress in medieval costume & show off your skills in a mini medieval tournament. Location. Warwick (Midlands). Agenda. On arrival you will have your riding skills assessed by an instructor before learning the story of jousting & the purpose of the equipment. You will enjoy a variety of combat training both on & off horse such as shield work & reigning in the horse. After a break for lunch (not included) you will learn the moves for a choreographed battle sequence before dressing in medieval costume for a mini medieval tournament. Notes. Your voucher is valid for 10 months. You need to be reasonably fit in order to get the most from this experience. Maximum weight is 20 stone. Minimum age is 16. Non riders are welcome although some riding experience is an advantage. The experience starts at 10am & finishes at 4. 30pm. The experience runs on weekend & weekday dates from April to October. Spectators are welcome at no extra cost, but dogs are not allowed. Lunch is not included but there are hostelries nearby..