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Description
Participants will be introduced to the rules of the sport, the parts of the equipment, how to hold and the on-guard stance. Instructors will demonstrate basic footwork, the target area, basic attacks and preparations for attacks and defenses. Our weekly meetings will include practicing each of these introductory techniques. The beginner course touches upon common technical fencing terms such as piste, parry, riposte, etc. Safety in fencing is emphasized throughout the course. After taking a year of fencing at the beginner level, students will be considered for the intermediate level.
| Important Notes: |
| · This is a DROP-OFF program for the season (guardian leaves the participant). Please note our locations do not have waiting areas or lobbies. |
| · An administrative fee ($20) will be applied for excessive withdrawal requests as well as after the start of the season. |
| · By registering for this program, all Hill House families have checked off an acknowledgement upon enrolling and are thus expected to abide by our Code of Conduct—treating our staff, volunteers, and other families with respect. Violations will be reported, and multiple violations may result in action, including removal from programs. |
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Equipment notes: |
| · All needed equipment or materials will be recommended by the instructor the first week to be purchased by each family or provided by Hill House. |
| Cancellation & Make-up Class Policy: |
| · Should a session be cancelled, you will be notified via email and text. |
| · The status of programs will also always be confirmed on our Updates Page. |
| · If any sessions are cancelled, we would make up the class for the end of the season. |
| · If class is cancelled due to inclement weather or the instructor being unavailable, we will offer a make-up class. |
| · Please note make-up classes will only be offered for cancelled classes and not for any absences/personal conflicts/voluntarily skipped weeks during the season. |
Location
Main Assembly Room at 127 Mt Vernon St at Firehouse
Instructor
Fritz Chang
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