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Fencing classes for children

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Our classes are suitable for children and teens, boys and girls who have never experienced fencing before as well as for those who have some basic fencing knowledge.

The classes are run by a team of highly experienced coaches, who teach kids about fencing in a lively and fun atmosphere. Each class is taught using plenty of games to improve speed and co-ordination, develop specific fencing skills and tactical thinking. Kids learn fencing blade and foot work, rules of courtesy during a fencing bout and refereeing skills - all that of course while doing plenty of sword fighting!

We provide an exciting and safe environment to learn the sport and we encourage children to stay with the club as they grow. At the more advanced stages they can take part in various competitions fencing for the club, their school, borough and maybe even the country. Our coaches, all of whom have international competitive experience, are always there to help and motivate!

Boys and girls train together. At the beginner level all fencing equipment is provided, children only need to bring a t-shirt, trainers and track suit bottoms.

How to enroll

We run classes on Mondays and Thursdays between 5 pm and 6.30 pm at the Gymnasium on Cowper Street, London, EC2A 4HS. The classes are available for children aged between 7 and 13. There are only two groups and the number of places is limited.

Current availability: 2 places in the class for 7-10 year olds and 4 places in the class for 11-13 year olds.

If the child hasn't fenced before they should take one of the introductory courses below. Upon complition of the course we'll allocate a place in the class as soon as it becomes available. If the child has pervious fencing expereince they might be able to join the class straight away.

Summer term classes: Thursdays, 5 pm - 6.30 pm:

Classes for 7 - 13 year olds to take place during spring term on Thursdays, with the break for half term week.

Places are only avaiable for children who already attend our classes and know the basics of fencing. If your child hasn't fenced before please sign up for the Individual Tuition course first (see below).

Venue: Gymnasium of Central Foundation Boys' School, Cowper Street, London, EC2A 4SH
Nearest undergrounds: Old Street (Northern Line) - 1 minute walk

The fee is for the reminder of the classes. Last session on 12 July.

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Starting dates :

26 April 2012, Thursday (Book this course)

Fee: £ 140.00

Summer term classes: Mondays, 5 pm - 6.30 pm::

Same as above but running on Mondays.

The fee is for reminder of the classes. Last session 16 July 2012

Starting dates :

23 April 2012, Monday (Book this course)

Fee: £ 140.00

Individual tuition course for ages 7 - 12:

2 hours of one to one lessons with the Fencing Master. After the course the child can join one of the regular group sessions.

Individual lessons are the ultimate experience of fencing training. This short course can be divided into 3 x 40 min or 2 x 1 hour lessons, and will be tailored to the personality and the temperament of the child. He or she can take lessons alone or with a fencing partner/friend. The lessons will cover all main concepts of fencing, such on guard stance, fencing footwork, defensive and offensive actions and the rules of courtesy. Having this basis will allow the child to blend in with the class without difficulty.

The dates: arranged individually, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings or on Saturday afternoons.

Venues: Finsbury Leisure Centre, London, EC1 or Gymnasium of Central Foundation Boys' School, London, EC2.

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Fee: £ 140.00

Fencing classes in schools

We can provide instructors, equipment and advice for schools interested to offer fencing classes. For more information please have a look on Fencing for London Schools page.

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