Cavalier School of Fencing Beginners Courses

Cavs' Beginners courses are suited to those who have never fenced before or have not fenced for a long time. Participants must be aged 14+ years.

This 10 week course covers footwork, blade work, skills development and bouting - introducing you to all 3 fencing weapons (foil, epee and sabre).

The course cost is inclusive of...

• 6 weeks of dedicated beginners lessons (running 2:30-4:30 pm)

• 4 weeks joining the main club group for training and electric fencing (from 2:00pm to 4:30pm)

• Tuition and equipment hire for the full 10 weeks

Cavs is running four courses in 2026:

• Term 1: Sat, 14 Feb - Sat, 18 Apr

• Term 2: Sat, 09 May - Sat, 11 Jul

• Term 3: Sat, 01 Aug - Sat, 03 Oct

• Term 4: Sat 24 Oct - Sat 12 Dec

Key notes:

• Please arrive 15 minutes early to ensure a timely start.

• Clothing - please ensure you wear long track pants and appropriate, closed sports shoes.

• Parking is available underground beneath the ECU Sport & Fitness Centre (Building 21) - entry off Learoyd St - or opposite the building, next to the student village.

• For the course to proceed, there must be a minimum of four enrolled participants.