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Classes run in sessions which begin the first Monday in January, May, and September and last 4 months or as indicated.

 

Youth Classes

Beginning Fencing (Youth ages 7-9)
When: As available on Monday nights, 7:00 pm to 7:50 pm for 10 weeks
Cost: $50 individual - Registration required

This class is specially formatted for youth ages 7-9 who are interested in learning fencing.  We use the mini-Fence system developed by Leon Paul.  Emphasis is on learning skills through games and drills aimed at this age group.  Participants need to wear comfortable clothes to workout in.  There is no continuing classes for 7-9 at this time.

Beginning Fencing (Youth ages 10-14)
When: Tuesdays 7:00-7:50 p.m.
Cost: $100 individual/$200 family + $100/member for equipment - Registration required

This is for those youth ages 10-14 who are interested in learning fencing.  The class emphasis is on the basics of fencing.  The foil is used to teach the basic bladework concepts.  Basic tactics and bouting are included in the class.  Participants need to wear comfortable clothes to workout in.

Fundamentals of Foil (Youth ages 10-14)
When: Mondays 7:00-7:50 p.m. or Tuesdays 8:00-8:50 p.m.
Cost: DMFC Membership

This class is for those students who have completed the Beginning Fencing class or who can demonstrate a basic knowledge of fencing actions with the foil.  This class build upon the techniques developed in the Beginning Fencing class.  More detailed bladework and tactics for the foil are learned and practiced.  Participants need to wear comfortable clothes.

Fundamentals of Epee (Youth)
When: Thursdays 7:00-7:50 p.m.
Cost: DMFC Membership

This class is for those students who have completed the Beginning Fencing class.  This class build upon the techniques developed in the Beginning Fencing class.  More detailed bladework and tactics for the epee are learned and practiced.  Participants need to wear comfortable clothes.  Ownership of fencing gear not required, but recommended.

Fundamentals of Sabre (Youth)
When: Thursdays 7:00-7:50 p.m.
Cost: DMFC Membership

This class is for those students who have completed the Beginning Fencing class.  This class build upon the techniques developed in the Beginning Fencing class.  More detailed bladework and tactics for the saber are learned and practiced.  Participants need to wear comfortable clothes.  Ownership of fencing gear not required, but recommended.

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Last updated 1/01/11