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Elite Event | Iowa City, Iowa

Harvest Preserve
1645 N. Scott Blvd.
Iowa City, IA 52245
September 20th, 2025
Elite Event | Iowa City, Iowa
Ready to challenge yourself and have an unforgettable day? As part of our “Be Strong- Finish Stronger” mantra for 2025, we are inviting you to the exciting the Sword Experience sponsored by the Iowa City Area Spots Commission —no experience needed! You’ll move, learn, and grow as you blend technique with part-scripted filming, surrounded by people who share your passion for adventure. Who knows? The friends you make here might just last a lifetime.
ALL TICKETS SOLD OUT AS OF 8/15/2025 PLEASE EMAIL CONTACT@SWORDXP.COM TO JOIN THE WAITLIST.
$250 - ELITE EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
Check In – 9AM
Sword Training with Adrian Paul
Unique certification signed by Adrian Paul – priceless
Your own bokken to take home.
A short video of your event.
Participant Spectator Guests – Tickets $35
Participants are allowed a maximum 1 guest. Option available DURING CHECKOUT.
Learn about Payment Plan options through PayPal Credit HERE.
Please note that an additional 7% service fee will be reflected at checkout.
$345 - SILVER EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
Check In – 9AM
Sword Training with Adrian Paul
Unique certification signed by Adrian Paul – priceless
Your own CUSTOMIZED bokken, dedicated by Adrian Paul – priceless
Customize the blade length on your Classic White Oak Sword Experience bokken! The handle is a carbon kevlar cast of a traditional wrapped Japanese tsuka (handle). Silver Experience tickets must be ordered at least 1 month prior to this event.
A short video of your event.
Participant Spectator Guests – Tickets $35
Participants are allowed a maximum 1 guest. Option available DURING CHECKOUT.
Learn about Payment Plan options through PayPal Credit HERE.
Please note that an additional 7% service fee will be reflected at checkout.
$385 - GOLD EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
Check In – 9AM
Sword Training with Adrian Paul
Unique certification signed by Adrian Paul – priceless
8×10 signed Highlander photo of your choice – $40 value
Personal posed photo with Adrian – $30 value
A short edited video of your event.
Your own CUSTOMIZED bokken, dedicated by Adrian Paul – priceless
Customize the blade length on your Classic White Oak Sword Experience bokken! The handle is a carbon kevlar cast of a traditional wrapped Japanese tsuka (handle). Gold Experience tickets must be ordered at least 1 month prior to this event.
Participant Spectator Guests – Tickets $35.
Participants are allowed a maximum 2 guests. Option available DURING CHECKOUT.
Learn about Payment Plan options through PayPal Credit HERE.
Please note that an additional 7% service fee will be reflected at checkout.
$55 - Spectator
Check In – 9AM
Allows full access to view The Sword Experience.
EVENT DETAILS & RESTRICTIONS:
- All Participants must READ, DIGITALLY SIGN, & SUBMIT the following three forms before purchase:
1. TERMS & CONDITIONS
2. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
3. IMAGE RELEASE - No photos or videos are allowed during the Sword event.
- Participants must be 18 years old. 15-18 years olds can participate with parental consent and a minimum height of 4 feet, 6 inches tall. PARENTAL CONSENT FORMS must be filled out and submitted prior to the event.
- Photos taken by The Sword Experience staff will be sent and posted after the event for participants to download.Learn about Payment Plan options through PayPal Credit HERE.
Please note that an additional 7% service fee will be reflected at checkout.
Our Return Policy is listed under Terms of Use page.
