Iron Gate Exhibition

Sponsorship Program

Support One Program. Impact Two Events.

Iron Gate Exhibition is the largest HEMA event on the East Coast, now expanded into a two-event series. When you sponsor Iron Gate, your support reaches twice the audience, twice the visibility, and twice the impact—all season long.

Across our Spring and Fall events, we welcome nearly 400 athletes, coaches, vendors, and spectators from across the U.S. and Canada, spanning teens through seniors. Join us in supporting one of the fastest-growing combat sport communities in the world.

About IGX

Spring Event — Traditional HEMA Tournament

Our Spring event delivers a full-format competitive weekend featuring:

  • Beginner Division

  • Open Division

  • Wisdom Division (40+)

  • Gender Equity (GenEq) Division

  • Multiple weapon categories and rule sets

Designed to be accessible to new fencers while still delivering high-level competition, the Spring Exhibition brings together a diverse cross-section of the HEMA community.

Fall Event — Experimental +  Camp Weekend

Set at a picturesque Southeastern New Hampshire campground, the Fall Exhibition blends training, exploration, and innovation.

The Fall weekend includes:

  • Experimental tournaments (continuous counted-blows, team mass melees & more)

  • Classes and lectures from leading coaches and field experts

  • All-day open sparring sessions

  • A relaxed, community-driven camping experience

This one-of-a-kind event attracts martial artists who embrace creativity and are eager to test new formats.

Why sponsor Iron Gate Exhibition?

Your sponsorship goes twice as far. Two signature events under one banner mean sustained exposure across an entire season.

As a sponsor, you will:

  • Reach hundreds of highly engaged martial artists and spectators

  • Connect directly with clubs, instructors, gear makers, and tournament organizers

  • Gain visibility across multiple digital and in-person touchpoints

  • Support a welcoming, inclusive, and rapidly expanding martial arts community

Whether your brand focuses on training equipment, apparel, fitness, outdoor gear, blades, sports technology, or general retail, Iron Gate Exhibition offers a targeted and loyal audience.

Sponsorship Tiers

Basic Sponsor — Under $500

A perfect entry point for small businesses, suppliers, and clubs.

Includes:

  • Small logo on the Iron Gate website

  • Small logo displayed at both Spring and Fall events

  • Social media shoutout

  • Public thank-you during event award ceremonies

VIP Sponsor — $500+

Ideal for major supporters seeking maximum visibility.

Includes:

  • Large logo on website and on-site signage

  • Special acknowledgement and tagged shoutouts on social media

  • Featured recognition in email communications to attendees

  • Highlighted thank-you during event ceremonies

VIP sponsorship ensures your brand is front and center all year.

Ways to Sponsor

We welcome support in the following forms:

  • Cash sponsorships

  • Gift certificates to your online store

  • Physical prize donations (MSRP value counts toward tier level)

All contributions directly enhance the quality, safety, and accessibility of both events.

We also offer tailored opportunities, including:

  • Sponsored tournament divisions

  • Sponsored prizes or award categories

  • Sponsored classes, seminars, or lectures

  • Vendor booth space at Spring and/or Fall events

Let us know what best fits your brand!

Become a Sponsor today

Support Iron Gate Exhibition and help strengthen the HEMA community.

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