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SUMMER CAMP 2009
Beginner Class Schedule July 13 - August 22
Class schedule has been abbreviated for the summer. The Fall Beginner Class Schedule will be posted in August.
Inclement Weather Policy: In case of inclement weather, we will follow the opening/closing decisions of Harford County Public Schools and the Harford County Parks & Recreation
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On Guard! Fencing Has Arrived in Harford County!The Maryland Fencing Club is conveniently located at 3011 Emmorton Road, next to Rita's Water Ice in Abingdon, just 5 minutes north of exit 77 on I-95. We are 10 minutes south of Bel Air, 10 minutes east of Joppa, 15 minutes north-east of White Marsh, and 20 minutes west of Havre de Grace.What is fencing?An Olympic sport since the first modern games in 1896, fencing evolved from 16th century European sword dueling. It combines the speed of boxing, the strategy of chess, and the agility of gymnastics. Fencing has been an NCAA sport since 1941. It's a fun way to get in shape and make new friends! In the recent 2008 Summer Olympics, the United States medalled in Women's Individual and Team Saber, Women's Team Foil, and Men's Team Saber .
What is a good age to start fencing?There is no one ideal age for fencing. Our classes are open to ages 7 through 70. Fencing has a large Veteran community (for fencers ages 40+), and Maryland Fencing Club has a sizable number of Veteran fencers. At this time, we are not accepting children under the age of 7 years old under any circumstances. Fencing requires a certain combination of physical, mental, and emotional maturity that most children under the age of 7 do not yet have. In order for children to develop the physical shape and coordination needed for fencing, we recommend activities better suited to younger/developing bodies such as gymnastics, karate, and swimming. |
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When can I start?You can start at the beginning of any two month term. You may sign up on-line with a credit card or in-person with a check or cash. Beginner class terms are: January-February, March-April, May-June, September-October, November-December. What is the cost?Typically classes meeting twice per week cost $140 per 8-week term and classes meeting once per week cost $70 per 8-week term. Prices may vary depending on the term length. In addition, each student must provide his/her own fencing jacket and glove (generally $40-$50, see below for details). What equipment do I need?Since fencing is a sport (i.e. an athletic activity), you need athletic clothing: a (non-collared) t-shirt, athletic pants which fully cover the legs, socks which fully cover the foot and ankles, athletic shoes that fully lace-up and have good traction. You also need your own fencing jacket and a glove click here for details. We provide all other necessary equipment. How do I register?You can register online (via this web site) with a credit card, or you may register in-person with a check. Are there any contracts?No. If you register for a class, you only sign up for that one term. If you join the club as a full member (which includes all group instruction plus open bouting), you sign up online, and then you are billed monthly. For more information on club memberships, click here. Where are you located?Our 3011 Emmorton Road is just south of Walgreen's the intersection of Emmorton and Abingdon roads, north of Boyle Pontiac-Buick, on the same side of Emmorton Road as Rita's Water Ice and the Greenery. Can I just come in and watch a class?Yes, visitors are always welcome during any group class. Is this club just for beginners?No. We have a sizable group of fencers that regularly compete in U.S. Fencing Association competitions, and we have several fencers with USFA classifications. Our coaching staff has extensive experience competing and coaching at local and national levels. |
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