GALVESTON FENCING CLUB
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UPDATED GOOD NEWS!! UNLESS THINGS TAKE A TURN FOR THE WORSE WITH REGARD TO COVID-19, WE WILL BE RESUMING FENCING PRACTICES STARTING MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2021. THERE WILL BE A FEW CHANGES TO OUR SCHEDULE WHICH WE THINK WILL ALLOW US TO START A NEW CLASS FOR YOUTH 8-12 YEARS OLD. PLEASE SEE THE SCHEDULE BELOW.
WE HOPE TO SEE OUR FENCERS BACK, ON THE STRIP, AND COMPLYING WITH NEW HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS (SEE BELOW).
Since our founding in 1996, Galveston Fencing Club has offered introductory classes into the sport of fencing, and the opportunity for fencers of all ages and skill levels to meet for fun and friendly competition. We primarily fence epee and foil, but sometimes have saber going on, too. We sponsor three tournaments a year that include events for both adults and youth and novice events for fencers with less than one year experience. We meet in the gymnasium or cafeteria at O'Connell College Preparatory High School in Galveston, Texas.
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HOURS
FENCING PRACTICE WILL RESUME ON MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2021 IN THE GYM.
Mondays
Youth Ages 8-12: 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Teens/Adults:
Open Fencing 7:00pm-9:00pm (Class/Lessons available)
No fencing:
Winter Break
Some Monday Holidays (by member concensus)
Some activities at O'Connell may require we move practice to the cafeteria or cancel. We will notify members
COVID-19 HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS
- Face masks will be worn at all times, including under fencing masks
- At the end of a bout, fencers will salute, approach each other and bump bell guards
- Social distancing will be maintained as much as possible - limits on the number of people fencing per strip
- Fencing gear may be checked out to fencers without their own gear. Deposit required
- All non-washable gear will be sanitized after every practice
- Hand sanitizer will be available to all fencers at every practice
MEMBERSHIP, PRICING
& DRESS
What Should I Wear to My Class?
All fencers should wear long pants, t-shirt or technical shirt (it can get pretty hot in the jackets) and closed-toes athletic shoes.
$50
FIVE INTRODUCTORY CLASSES
Learn the basics of fencing in 5 group classes or individual lessons. Student or adult membership can be purchased if you decide to continue. All equipment is provided. A free trial membership in USA Fencing is available for the first class. Following that, a minimum of a $10 annual non-competitive membership is required.
$60/semester or $120/year
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
Students from elementary (age 8) through college/graduate school. Membership includes fencing lessons or classes in epee or foil. This consists of basic positions, movement and individual drills. Open fencing is available after class for youth 13 +. Equipment is available, or we can advise you on the purchase of your own uniforms and weapons. In addition, a minimum of a $10 annual non-competitive membership in USA Fencing is required.
$120/semester or $240/year
ADULT (NON-STUDENT) MEMBERSHIP
Adults 18 and older who are not enrolled in school. Membership includes fencing instruction in all weapons, individual drills and open fencing. Equipment is available, but we can advise you on the purchase of your own uniforms and weapons. In addition, a minimum of a $10 annual non-competitive membership in USA Fencing is required.
One-half Semester Special Price
SPECIAL PRICING FOR 2020-2021
Fencing practice will resume halfway through the spring semester. Membership pricing through July 31, 2021 will reflect this:
Students: $30 + $10 Non-competitive USA Fencing membership
Non-Student Adults: $60 + $10 Non-competitive USA Fencing membership
Competitive USA Fencing Memberships: $85
UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS
There will be no tournaments for the 2020-2021 fencing year due to COVID-19. We hope to be able to hold the following during 2021-2022.
JEAN LAFFITE CLASSIC
TBA
This is our annual fall tournament for unrated fencers including Youth, Senior and (non-USFA) Novice fencing competitions.
NEOMIA ABBOTT MEMORIAL
TBA
The Neomia Abbott Memorial Fencing Tournament is Texas' only annual women's fencing tournament. This tournament is dedicated to Neomia M. Abbott (January 5, 1922 - January 10, 2005). It normally includes events for all three weapons for novices (fencing less than 1 year), seniors (13 and over) and veterans (40 and over).
THE BUCCANEER
TBA
This is the Galveston Fencing Club's annual spring tournament. The emphasis is on novice, youth and E & Under events... and fun!
CONTACT US
Get in touch with us today to start your membership, sign up for your introductory foil class, or ask any questions you may have.
ADDRESS:
Our physical address:
O'Connell College Preparatory High School
1320 23rd Street
Galveston, TX 77550
Please do not send mail to this address.
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