02 October 2026

Ringen Wrestling

European wrestling style which mix various ancient Olympic wrestling moves. It was not created by just one person but was developed by various masters as a system of combat across the Europe countries. It was recorded and taught by historical fencing and grappling masters during the medieval era such as Ott Jud, Paulus Kal and Hans Talhoffer.

European wrestling was enjoyed across all social strata from peasants at local village fairs to knights and monarchs in castle courtyards. Ringen techniques also designed to throwing heavy armored opponent in battle.