Our Founders are Real Knights
Knight School Inc was founded by two real-life knights, who have jousted professionally in international tournaments. Their passion for inclusion was forged on the field of battle in hard-hitting competition. Why should medieval sport be for only the select few?
A Pioneer in Medieval Sport
Jaclyn Ziemniak is a Mississauga native and one of Canada’s only female full contact jousters with 20+ years experience as an equestrian. Jaclyn also holds numerous first aid and safety certifications and is a nationally certified instructor/trainer. Jaclyn has spent her entire career in athletic management & programming and is a passionate mentor. Removing barriers in sport is her life's work and Jaclyn has been invited to share her groundbreaking techniques at management conferences all over Ontario.
A Champion of Inclusion
Joshua Knowles is the champion of History Channel’s “Full Metal Jousting”, a full contact jouster, and an avid equestrian for over 20 years. Joshua immigrated to Canada as a Management Consultant and has spent his entire career in hospitality and entertainment. Joshua's background includes an extended tenure in theatrical jousting, choreographed stunts and combat, and regimented training systems as a Senior Knight at Medieval Times in Myrtle Beach, SC prior to becoming a Canadian citizen. Joshua is passionate about using his expertise to extend medieval sport to all.
"Jaclyn and Josh ran a fantastic clinic at our barn. And took us and our horses through an intro to medieval games. They are truly great people who work with the horse and rider in front of them and offer easy-to-digest instruction for all ages and experience levels. Everyone had a fantastic time and look forward to the next time, as there will certainly be a next time!"
Amy Weishar