Foil Fencing
Willington Parks and Recreation
General Info – The Willington Parks and Recreation Department will be offering a basic course in modern foil fencing (not theatrical fencing). This session will have 12 classes and is available to male and females from age 9 to adult. This course is intended for students with no prior experience in fencing.
Modern fencing is an amateur sport consisting of three weapons; foil, saber and epee. Fencing can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages at many levels; from a recreational pastime to National and International Competition.
When and Where:
OPEN FENCING: Session begins: April 21st, 2012 (session is 12 weeks)
BEGINNER FENCING: Session begins: May 5th, 2012 (session is 10 weeks)
Saturdays at the Old Town Hall (Jared Sparks Rd, Willington)
Beginner Fencing: Saturdays at the Old Town Hall (Jared Sparks Rd, Willington) 9:00 to 10:00
Minimum of 5 needed to run-PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Cost: $60.00/ Session The Coach: Matt Green
Equipment: The Parks & Recreation Department will have equipment available for use during class time. If you intend to purchase your own equipment please email piratedojo@gmail.com first to discuss requirements. NOTE: Old equipment may not be suitable for class use, please have any old equipment inspected before the class begins.
Students may wear sweat pants or knickers with full length socks (no shorts). A flat soled sneaker (indoor soccer shoes are good) or fencing shoe is best for footwear.
Registration: Space is limited; we will accept a maximum of 12 students.
Safety: Fencing equipment and safety rules will be strictly enforced. The Recreation Department will retain the right to remove students from the program if safety rules cannot be followed.
Questions
Please contact Teri Gareau, Willington Parks and Recreation Director at 860-
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