Beginner’s Fencing Courses
If you are new to fencing and are looking to give it a try, we offer a number of 7-week sessions where you will be instructed in the basics of epee. Those completing the course are awarded a certificate and can then join in with the larger junior or senior groups.
Course dates
Due to limited coaching cover, we can only run these when we have the available staff on hand.
If you are interested, please contact the club administration and we can put you on a contact list to keep you updated.
Fencing Course Structure
The first week of each course is a free taster session. After this, you will need to confirm if you wish to proceed in case we have anyone on a waiting list. For those continuing the rest of the course, the fee is £48 for under-18s and concessions, and £62 for over-18s. This covers the stated period on the schedule, and cannot be used to cover 'normal' lessons in the club. If you cannot make the scheduled dates, please inform the committee and we can move your allocated booking to the next beginner's course.
Once you have gone through the course, you will have all the basic skills and experience to progress into either our junior or senior groups, where you can take advantage of advanced coaching, individual lessons, grade achievement awards and a wider range of opponents to hone your skills against.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just turn up and give it a try?
You are welcome to come along and observe a session for free, but due to coaching cover we are having to run scheduled courses for complete beginners so our existing juniors can continue their progression. The first session of the beginner course is free, you do not have to pay anything if you decide fencing isn't for you. Depending on demand, we may run extra 'drop in days' each term, just before the next course starts.
What if I can't make all the sessions?
The course is designed to build on the essential set of skills you need to fence. If you cannot complete the course for any reason, please speak to a member of the committee about moving to a course on a later date.
I want to start, but the course is booked up.
We will be operating a waiting list. If you cannot make the assigned course, please let the committee know so we can accommodate those who are waiting and move you to a more convenient date.
How do I register?
Email cadets@worthingfencingclub.org.uk to get in touch with the committee.
What do I need to bring?
Good trainers (indoor court shoes are ideal), long tracksuit bottoms/leggings (not shorts—legs are a target in epee) and something to drink. Swords, masks, jackets and gloves will be provided.
What happens at the end of the course?
Join our junior or senior groups for regular training and the opportunity to take British Fencing Epee Achievement Grades.
Does anywhere else run courses?
Yes! We have close links with Lewes Fencing Club which is nearby, and many of our members and staff train at both. Check their courses and taster sessions page to see if there's something happening sooner for you.