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!
The 2026 season is upon us, we shall see you again soon!
Renaissance Faires and Fantasy Faires. Birthdays, Weddings and Reunions. Retreats, Corporate and Charities. School assemblies and Youth gathering... and so much more!
Warhorses and the Knights who love them (our 2026 crew)...
"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.
More Warhorses and the Knights who love them (our 2026 crew)...
"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.
We are 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.
Photos: "A Medieval Experience" in action, where the Faire goers are the stars.... Smiles are priceless! Sharing a few of our favorite shots
Often asked... "When did you get medieval"?
In 1994 I was introduced to Dameon (now former) Director & Founder of a Premier 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, Track (sprinter), 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 on & off horse. A decade of training and show experience that benefited my medieval work,
never thought I'd fall in love with combat off horse... but over time I did.
The photos below are of my time with the original Seattle Knights, my medieval beginnings1994 until we moved out of state in 2004
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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 10 years with the original Seattle Knights....
together we've been founding members of two other Medieval Equestrian teams and members of another before starting Knightly Ventures
Our family has continued Breeding, Training and Campaigning Friesian and Draft Destriers to current day.
Over time Theatrical jousting & choreographed fighting transcended into mounted skills at arms & tournament jousting.
We continue to train for multiple styles, continuing the homework
Please see our WARHORSES page for more on our magnificent mounts present & past
Below are a few of our favorite photos (2020 back to 2000 when my husband and I started our own WarHorse breeding and training program)
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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.
breeding farms through show barns... all the amazing mentors and horses that taught me so much, those moments in time benefit me to this day and fuel passion.
(these Family photos are from my youth please excuse the wear of time)
