Next Session: Register for Fall/Winter
How to Register:
Use online registration form (page link at left)
or download: Course Registration Form - email to register@sportfencingmarkham.com
or mail to address (See Contact menu)
SFM offers group lessons and training year-round, as well as private/semi-private lessons and drop in fencing. All group classes are low ratio (coach - fencer).
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Course descriptions below:
Beginner
Introduction to the challenging and strategic sport of Fencing - Epee. (Yellow armband skills introduced)
Safe development of fundamental footwork and bladework.
Warm up, stretch, instruction and practice time.
Next class: September 17 (8 weeks) ; 90 mins/class on Wednesday nights (6.15 - 7.45 pm)
January 2009 (pre-registration accepted)
- All equipment provided - $165
*CFF/OFA licence required for all fencers (annual membership - $15)
Future Fencer Program (Mini-Fence)
Program for 6 - 9 year olds; Introduction to fencing, through games.
Unlike a traditional fencing course, this session will introduce only the basics, with children's equipment (foam swords and plastic masks) and focus on games and activities to slowly introduce some aspects of fencing footwork and holding a weapon.
Start Date: Mondays, Jan 2009 6.15 - 7 pm (5 weeks)
- All equipment provided - $85
Intermediate
Progressive development and practice of fundamentals (continuation of armband program) with introduction of new attacks, defence and bouting.
Equipment provided; however electric weapon, glove, wire recommended purchase for bouting.
Next class: Nov. 12 - Dec 17 (5 weeks) $105
TBD (January 2009)
Advanced - Tactics
More developed techniques, compound attacks and tactical practice to advance fencing knowledge and skills. Preparation for competition and assessment. 1/2 hour of fencing each class. Membership allows fencing during club hours.
See also: Memberships.
Electric equipment required for this course
*Next session: Winter
Fencers should full equipment
Fitness - Competitive Preperation
Focus on getting in "fencing shape". Physical and mental training for competitive fencing.
Class will be fitness training/drill + elecric fencing, along with assistance on competition planning.
Membership allows for open fencing on club nights. See also: Memberships.
Electric equipment required for this course
*Next session: Summer * Minimum 4 participants
Fencers should have own equipment
Fee: Membership (2 months or more - your choice) + $75
Private Lessons and Private Groups
Mondays and Wednesdays (between 6 - 9.30 pm) when available.
Summer session: Monday and Tuesday nights
Private lessons from 1-2 people for 15 - 60 mins from $10+
Private Groups: customized lessons.
Membership or guest fee required.
Email fencingprogram@hotmail.com for appointment or call 416-644-6411
**CFF and OFA Memberships are required for all fencers**