KNIGHTLY VENTURES... A Medieval Experience
​Step into a World of WarHorses, Knights, Armor and Timeless Adventure
We bring History to Life with Immersive & Engaging Medieval Experiences
​Professional Show & Sport Support ~ Tailored services for events of all sizes
Entertaining & Educational Performances & Demonstrations
At Knightly Ventures, history isn’t just taught—it’s lived
Medieval Entertainment & Jousting
Serving Idaho, the Northwest and beyond
At Knightly Ventures, we bring history to life across Idaho, Washington, Montana and Oregon with knights in armor, warhorses and immersive medieval experiences.
​​Skills at Arms (Mounted & Ground), Jousting (Theatrical & Sport) Performances, WarHorse Demonstrations and more!
Renaissance Faires and Fantasy Faires. Birthdays, Weddings and Reunions. Retreats, Corporate and Charities. School assemblies and Youth gathering... and so much more! ​
UPDATES Our public events & gatherings are posted here & updates page... private events are not posted
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FIRESIDE Medieval Monotony Breaker (FALL 2025)
You've seen us at Renaissance Faires, Tournaments, Competitions and Private Events
We are offering a chance for a few of you, to get medieval & be treated like royalty in a more private setting
Meet our Knights & Warhorses in person behind the scenes, where all the magic happens
our home Tiltyard... beautiful, shaded wooded setting conveniently close to Spokane & CDA
​​Immersion: Armor & Warhorse, where you are the stars, we capture your medieval moments fireside
Demonstrations: WarHorse & Knights performing Skills @ Arms and more!
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​If interested don't hesitate to contact us early to get on our list, this is an RSVP with limited spots.
Thor
Friesian Andalusian
Draco
Andalusian
Shey
Friesian Gypsy Vanner
Ramses
Friesian
"Thundering Hooves and Shattered Lances"
Experience the heart-pounding spectacle of knights in battle as Thundering Hooves and Shattered Lances brings the age of chivalry roaring to life.
Mounted atop mighty destriers, armored champions charge down the lyst in breathtaking full-contact jousts, where courage is tested and lances shatter in glorious collision.
Marvel at displays of Medieval Mounted Skill-at-Arms — engaging targets with sword and lance, and demonstrating the mastery of horse and rider.
This is no scripted stunt show — this is living history in motion, where honor rides, steel sings, and legends are forged before your eyes.​
"Warhorses Behind the Scenes"...
We offer an exciting glimpse into the world of our magnificent steeds and the dedicated Knights and Squires who love them.
From Friesians and Andalusians to Arabians, we showcase the journey of all levels of riders and horses, revealing the artistry behind building Destriers.
We pull back the curtain on the powerful partnership between horse and human, showcasing the levels of training, trust, and tenacity it takes to build a modern-day warhorse. From green mounts taking their first steps, to seasoned chargers thundering into the fray, you’ll witness the journey of both steed and rider as they grow together in skill and spirit. It’s a rare and moving glimpse into the heart of chivalry — where steel meets soul, and legends are forged one hoofbeat at a time.
Join us for an immersive experience as we explore training techniques, maneuvers, and the equipment,
all while educating and entertaining our audience in a refreshing new format.​​
LeStat
Friesian
Legacy
Gypsy Drum
Star
Arabian
Cherish
Arabian
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​​Equestrian & Historical Arts Specializing in
Baroque Breeds and Building "Destriers", Squires & Knights
​We've been getting Medieval together for close to 30 years
We believe in building foundation and fun too​​
Sharing video of one of the ways we Introduce our Horses to Armor.
Thor our young Friesian Andalusian gelding exploring,
our armor is 12g to 16g steel
(Thor 2022 @3yo, No armor harmed in the making of this video ; )
"A Medieval Experience"... where you are our stars!
Have you ever wanted to feel the sensation of becoming a knight in shining armor, experiencing the world as the defenders of old did?
You & your whole Crew can get in Armor and get Medieval (posed & candid photos will capture your medieval moments).
And for the Wee Ones... we've plush stationary WarPonies too!​
Perfect for Renaissance & Fantasy Faires, families & friends, team‑builds & school groups, celebrations & gatherings
everyone from young to old can revel in becoming part of history.
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'A Medieval Experience' ~ Ladies Medieval Monotony Breaker with Fireside Feast
Professional Ladies getting in armor and getting medieval in our home encampment... ​Dec 2024 Smiles are priceless!
A Medieval Experience ~ Armor Immersion in action (Spokane Renaissance Faire 2024)
A Medieval Experience ~ Armor Immersion in action (Sandpoint Renaissance Faire 2024)
Often asked... "Where did you get your wood castle encampments & furniture"?
We fell & skid pine trees with our warhorses, throw them in our sawmill, mill hundreds of boards and then we burn them all to aid in preservation.
We personally design and build our wooden castles, encampments & furniture. A labor of love to share this amazing experience with others.
​​Often asked... "When did you get medieval"?
In 1994 I was introduced to Dameon (now former) Director & Founder of a Stage Combat & Theatrical Joust troupe and soon became a Mounted Knight & Fighter for The Seattle Knights soon after they had formed. Choreographed fights and scripted outcomes, far from the Equestrian or Athletic Sports I'd competed in previously, but after many years of Showing, Gaming, etc...
Horsemanship with medieval flavor was the challenge I was looking for and my Medieval journey began.​​​​
I started as a Mounted Games rider first, and soon worked into Theatrical Jousting, all the while training hard and attending the Seattle Knights Stage Combat Training Academy graduating all levels of weapons use for stage combat. A decade of training and show experience that benefited my medieval work on & off horse,
never thought I'd fall in love with combat off horse... but over time I did.
These photos are from 1994 to 2004 during my time with the original Seattle Knights and the beginnings of our own program
My modern medieval equestrian lifestyle grew on my husband (the best personal squire and fight partner) and our sons,
in the 20 years since moving on from the Seattle Knights
together we've been founding members of two other Medieval Equestrian teams
and members of another before starting Knightly Ventures
​​Our sons, born with reins and sword in hand have grown up... better than ever with a bow, still amazing with swords, squiring and horse support, but they grow up too fast... Enjoy 'em whilst you've got 'em
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Our family has continued Breeding, Training and Campaigning Friesian and Draft Destriers to current day.
Theatrical jousting & choreographed fighting transcended into medieval skills at arms & tournament jousting.
We continue to train for multiple styles, continuing the homework
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(photos from 1990's & early 2000's, old photo tech)...
our son @8yo, his 24yo Grey Arabian mare Neka, his first Arabian Charity Show back in the day
and my husband also back in the day.... doing the homework & reaping well earned rewards
Often asked... How long have I been working with horses?
​I've been competing horses since I was 8 years old, 45 years now. Born into a family of horseman, thrown on everything from gentle giants to naughty ponies.
Show barns and breeding farms, all the amazing mentors and horses that taught me so much, those moments in time benefit me to this day and fuel passion.
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(these Family photos are from my youth in the 1980's - (even found one of moms moments in time during parade)... please excuse the wear of time
