Mark Your Calendars!
The Vancouver International Swordplay Symposium is returning March 6–8, 2026!
~ Registration opens October 15th! Space is limited get your tickets early!
This year’s VISS is an intimate affair focused on high quality instruction and collaboration between all of the participants. For that reason we are offering a limited number of spaces. Be sure to sign up early!
Full Symposium Pass – Access the 3 day long intensives as well as elective workshops each day! This full participation pass grants you entry into all workshops, series, focus classes, and lectures for the duration of the weekend.
One Day Pass – for those who schedules only allow for them to attend a single day.
Additional Options
VISS 2024 T-shirt ($30). Select your size based on the measurements shown.
*Note: T-shirt deadline will be 3 weeks prior to the event.
Scholarships
If you are excited about VISS but concerned about the financial impact, a limited amount of scholarships are available. You can also donate to the scholarship fund to help others attend. Learn more about scholarships here.
VISS recognizes the financial barrier of finding affordable accommodation in and around downtown Vancouver, and this year is excited to offer ultra-low-budget accommodation options! Please contact us for more information.
Extra Training
If you want to make the most of your trip and train all week, you can sign up for unlimited training at Academie Duello in the week before and/or after VISS. You can see Academie Duello’s weekly schedule here.
Lodging Partner
VISS is proud to partner with St Clair Hostel for lodging in 2025!! St. Clair Hostel is located a very short 5 min walk to Academie Duello saving you time for more swords! Use the following coupon codes when you book with St. Clair Hostel
- STCLAIREDUELLO10 for 10% each night between March 6th – 10th
- STCLAIREDUELLO15 for 15% off an entire week stay March 3rd- 10th
Prices
(Canadian dollars, not including 5% GST.)
| Early Registration Until Jan 15th |
Regular Registration |
One Day Pass | |
| Symposium Pass (3-day) | $330 | $395 | $175 |
| Unlimited Training at Academie Duello (before or after) | $49 per week | ||
Click here for our cancellation policy.
Please fill out this form in order to register.
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