COURSES
If you wish to try fencing, we operate a number of courses throughout the year. The first lesson is a free taster session which introduces you to fencing. Adults and children can learn a little history about fencing, dress in the clothing and try some moves themselves. For younger children (6 years and over), the club have a set of foam training swords with which they can learn in safety without wearing all of the normal safety equiment.

If you enjoy your first taste of fencing or are returning to the sport, you can then join one of our courses held throughout the year (check the calendar for more information about the start dates for each of the disciplines and courses).

The courses are ideal for most people - whether you are male or female, right or left handed, child (6 years and over) or adult. It is even possible to learn with certain disabilites. Please contact a coach if you have any special requirements.

These courses are split into three modules ten weeks in length and follow the BAF course guidelines and you will have an official award at the end of each course module passed followed by an BAF award at the end of the bronze, silver and gold course. The couses cover rules and safety, the equipment and the different fencing moves, and as you learn you will be able to practise these skills and techniques with other fencers.

Anybody wishing to attend a course are required to pay the following fees:

(This covers membership of the club, use of the kit, training and insurance - no other weekly fees are due unless you have at least passed the Bronze 1 award and then wish to take part in practice bouts during the rest of the evening or have one-to-one coaching)

Anybody wishing to attend a course can download more information and discounts here.

Adult Bronze Award
Junior Bronze Award

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WEEKLY FEES
If you are not attending a class, Members and Ad-hoc fencers wishing to use the equipment and facilities are welcome to visit. Fees are paid at the start of the session.

* Proof of membership is required to be shown for discount.

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MEMBERSHIP
Membership of the club provides many benefits to the fencer and helps the club grow.

Membership benefits

• Social membership of the British Fencing Association (BFA)
• This membership category is intended for ‘starter’ groups or fencers who only wish to fence socially within their registered club. It insures you against possible injury sustained while at Leicester Fencing Club only. (Up to £5 million for each incident.)
• Ability to borrow (whilst training):
• Weapons
• Masks
• Plastrons
• Jackets
• Electric Jackets and bodywires
• Gloves
• Chest protectors (where necessary)
• Individual and class lessons from any coach including Prof. Graham Stretton
• Individual lessons are accessible through a list.
• Entry to the Leicestershire and Rutland Fencing Union Foil, Epee or Sabre League
• Purchase of discounted kit if ordered through the club from Leon Paul
• Eligibility to vote at the club and County AGM
• Eligibility to stand for office at the club AGM
• Access to social events

As well as all this, you could save hundreds of pounds in weekly fees too...

Non-Member : £10.00 per week for 48 weeks = £480.00

Member : £60.00 for 12 months plus £5.00 per week for 48 weeks = £300.00

SAVING £180.00 OFF THE NORMAL FEES!

Membership fees are paid every 6 months and will be required to be paid on
Tuesday 4 September 2007 and Tuesday 4 March 2008 for the coming season.

If you are not already a member, why not join now? Fill out the membership form and bring it with you to the club next time to take advantage of these benefits and savings.

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