Beginners' course participants receive certificates on completion of the course


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All fencing equipment will be provided

Beginners

Beginners can start fencing on the first session of every month. If you wish to take up fencing, book a place by e-mail or come along to the first session of each month and sign up there. We will provide you with an expert introduction to fencing so you will learn enough in 4 weeks to be able to join in with our main group sessions. If several beginners join at the same time, we do mini group lessons and add in exercises in pairs.


Start dates for upcoming beginners' courses in 2012:

Coventry (Hereward College on Tuesdays at 7:30-9pm): 10 Jan, 7 Feb, 6 Mar

Warwick (St Nicholas Park on Wednesdays at 8:30-10pm): 4 Jan, 8 Feb, 7 Mar

Rugby (Harris Sports Centre on Thursdays at 8-9:30pm): 5 Jan, 9 Feb, 8 Mar


FAQ

What will I learn at Salle Ursa during the beginners' course?

Your four-week course will give you a good overview of the 3 weapons: foil, epee and sabre. You will learn how to move on the piste, using good footwork. We will introduce you to the conventions and rules of fencing. You will learn how to score hits and how to defend yourself. If there are several beginners learning together, we can organise a Beginners' Competition at the end of the 4th session, where you can put your new skills to the test!

What should I wear for fencing?

All you need to bring with you are comfortable sports wear: long tracksuit bottoms, indoor trainers and T-shirt. There are a changing room facilities at the venues. All necessary fencing equipment (masks, jackets, weapons, gloves, etc.) will be provided by Salle Ursa.

I am not very athletic, will I be able to cope?

Yes you will, don't worry! Our course will help you build up the muscles you need for fencing. Footwork, conditioning and stretching are part of the Beginners' Course.

Am I too young/too old for fencing?

Juniors can start fencing from the age of ten. For adults there is no upper age limit - you can start at any age!

What is the cost of a beginners' course?

A beginners' course costs £30 per person. This includes tuition and use of fencing equipment for the 4 weeks.

How can I continue fencing after the beginners' course?

After completing the Beginners' Course you can join Salle Ursa as a regular member. You can use all Salle Ursa venues, improve your knowledge with group work and individual lessons and you can enter competitions. We recommend that all novices start working towards their Achievement Awards following the beginners' course. Read more details about Salle Ursa membership.

How will new members catch up with experienced fencers?

Salle Ursa Fencing Club runs Novice Workshops every month for fencers who finished a beginners' course within the last 12 months. These workshops focus on technical training that novices need, and it also gives you the opportunity to pick up tips and advice which are most relevant to novices from our coaches. The Novice Workshops are run on the first session of every month at each main hub (Hereward College in Coventry, St Nicholas Park in Warwick, Harris Sports Centre in Rugby).

How can I apply for the Salle Ursa beginners' course?

To book a place please contact us by e-mail: info@salleursafencing.co.uk or leave a voicemail message for the Secretary on 07906-607-692. If you'd like to apply for a course starting on the day of your enquiry, simply come along to the session - please note that places are limited but we can get you started if courses are not full.