July, 2010: Redwood Rapier camp will not be taking place this year. There are many reasons for this. Logistical problems, conflicts of scheduling and some financial issues have arisen due to budget problems at Humboldt State University. Additionally many of the regular participants have informed us that they would not be able to attend due to job related conflicts, schedule/travel conflicts, or concerns related to our current economic situation. This decision was not made lightly. Taking all of the above into consideration we feel it is the best decision for this year. An event like rapier camp takes time to plan and prepare and we are already planning to resume rapier camp next year making it better than ever.

October, 2009: Martinez Academy of Arms is proud to announce that Anthony De Longis and PALPABLE HIT PRODUCTIONS have produced our third instructional DVD set. This newest addition to our series is on the French School of Small-sword. "L'École Français: A Practical and Combative Guide to the French Small-sword". Maestro Jeannette Acosta-Martínez teaches the material, with the assistance of Maestro Ramón Martínez, Instructor Cecil Longino and advanced student Mr. Alexander Petrovski. For information on purchasing this edition see this page.

February, 2005: The School of Fencing by Domenico Angelo is once again available in reprint. Maestro Jeannette Acosta-Martinez has added over a hundred annotations and two appendixes that help clarify this wonderful text for the modern reader. Angelo's text is very detailed, however, the author does leave out important information such as the way to grip the weapon. Maestro Acosta-Martinez has added illustrations to demonstrate the two most common forms of gripping the small sword. For information on purchasing this edition see this page.

April 5, 2002: Martinez Academy of Arms is proud to announce that Anthony De Longis and PALPABLE HIT PRODUCTIONS has produced our first instructional video La Verdadera Destreza: The True Art and Style of Spanish Swordsmanship. The filming has been completed and the two-volume video is now available for sale.

Redwood Rapier Camp, July 13-19, 2003: Martinez Academy of Arms in conjunction with the Humboldt State University Fencing Club will host five days of instruction in the art of rapier combat. Participants may choose to study either the Spanish or Italian style of rapier fencing. All participants will receive hands-on training daily, with an emphasis on proper technique, self-control, and safety. There will be nightly lectures and discussions on history, techniques and strategy.