Worthing Fencing Club — About the Club

Worthing Fencing Club was established in 2013 by Paul Beasley and Simon Jones. Although intended as a grass-roots community club to introduce fencing to a wider range of participants, we have been lucky to have had a number of dedicated fencers who have gone on to achieve regional and national success. We remain, however, open to ensuring that fencers of all ability have a place where they can learn and develop their skills in a friendly and supportive environment.

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Club Personnel

Head Coach

Our head coach is Lewis McInley, a level 5 epee coach and also head coach at Lewes Fencing club, as well as running his own DragonHead fencing club for younger fencers. Lewis has been with us since 2023 and has helped shape our competition presence in local and national events.

Welfare Officer

Our welfare officer is Jo Banks, a former police detective in charge of child welfare in the South East. Jo is often found freelancing at BFA events as a welfare volunteer.

Club Chair

Our Club Chair is currently Steve Jones, a level 2 epee coach who first started fencing at the University of Birmingham when he was 17.

Assistant Coach

Our Assistant Coach is Brian Hearne, a level 1 epee coach working towards level 2, and who also doubles as the club armourer.

Coaching Assistant

Lending a hand with junior fencers is Nick Stevens, who has also helped coach junior football teams.

Useful forms and guides

Advice for Competitions

Some tips and advice collated from the web on preparing and participating in events.

Basic Sword Maintenance

Basic armoury skills to ensure weapons will pass technical checks at competitions.

Worthing Fencing Club — About the Club

Club Personnel

Head Coach

Welfare Officer

Club Chair

Assistant Coach

Coaching Assistant

Useful forms and guides

Membership form

Privacy Policy

Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy

Code of Conduct

Guide to buying Fencing Kit

Advice for Competitions

Basic Sword Maintenance