Adult Beginners
It's never too late to start your fencing journey!
If you have ever been intrigued by the idea of wielding a sword in combat, Haverstock's Adult Beginner Course will introduce you to all of the basics, including core blade techniques, footwork, how to use the equipment safely and more.
We provide multiple courses every year. Each course takes place over six once-a-week sessions. We provide all of the equipment that you will require. All you need to bring is light sportswear which covers your legs, a water bottle and a positive attitude.
Once you have completed the course, the rest is up to you. Many of our members fence socially, purely for fun. If you are considering formal competition, age should be no obstacle. With regular training, athletes can remain competitive on the main Senior circuit well into late middle age. The very well organised and extremely sociable British and European Veterans Fencing circuits provide national and international competition opportunities for fencers into their 70s and beyond.
Next Adult Beginners Course
(6 weeks):
4 September 2024
Wednesdays
7:30pm - 9:00 pm
This course is priced at £105
All necessary fencing equipment
is provided
Wednesdays
7:30pm - 9:00 pm
This course is priced at £105
All necessary fencing equipment
is provided
What to wear / bring to the session ?
How to join
To apply for a place on a Adult Beginners' Course, or to go on the waiting list for the next one, please fill out the registration form below.
Our Head Coach will check the details and confirm when places are available.
When accepted, you will be directed to Sportmember, our sports management app, where you can view upcoming activities and news, access our web shop and communicate with your coach and other club members.
Our Head Coach will check the details and confirm when places are available.
When accepted, you will be directed to Sportmember, our sports management app, where you can view upcoming activities and news, access our web shop and communicate with your coach and other club members.
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Membership requirements
It is a requirement of British Fencing, our Sports Governing Body, that all active fencers must be members of British Fencing, otherwise they and the clubs at which they participate are not insured. For this reason, those attending our beginners' courses must also be members of British Fencing.
British Fencing "Introduction" membership is FREE, and will cover you for the entire course.
To apply for British Fencing "Introduction" membership, please click on the link below.
It is a requirement of British Fencing, our Sports Governing Body, that all active fencers must be members of British Fencing, otherwise they and the clubs at which they participate are not insured. For this reason, those attending our beginners' courses must also be members of British Fencing.
British Fencing "Introduction" membership is FREE, and will cover you for the entire course.
To apply for British Fencing "Introduction" membership, please click on the link below.
Beginners' courses for children
Information about our classes for children is located here