The Paddy Crean
International Workshop
The Paddy Crean International Workshop will return!
January 4-8, 2026
Banff, Alberta Canada
We are excited to close the distance between our friends and colleagues, returning to Banff for another exciting workshop!
The International Order of the Sword and the Pen
The International Order of the Sword and the Pen fosters an international community which shares openly with our fellows in a diverse exploration and exchange of the following: techniques, processes, theories and practices as applied to combat for stage, screen, and the martial arts, both contemporary and historical with open-mindedness, magnanimity and curiosity.
The Paddy Crean is the flagship workshop held by the IOSP bringing together enthusiast of all levels for a weeks worth of sharing and learning in the mountains of Banff. The Paddy offers everything from historical fencing, stunt work, modern martial arts, fight direction, stage combat, intimacy and a wide variety of movement systems; artists and participants are drawn from all over the globe to join The Paddy, a truly unique, life changing experience.
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