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, course notes and equipment hire for the full 10 weeks

Cavs is running four courses in 2024:

• Term 1: Sat, 10 Feb - Sat, 13 Apr
• Term 2: Sat, 11 May - Sat, 13 Jul
• Term 3: Sat, 10 Aug - Sat, 12 Oct
• Term 4: Sat 26 Oct - Sat 14 Dec

Please note: Our term 4 course is only 8 weeks this year due to the timing of the school terms. A partial refund of $40 will issued on all tickets purchased for this period.

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.