Beginner Fencing Class for Children 
This should be a lot of fun!

The Illinois Fencers Club is offering a Fencing Class for Children, ages 7 to 12, with no prior fencing experience. Participants will learn the basics of footwork and blade work.  Fencers will become familiar with the fencing rules and strategies.  Students begin their classes with warm-up exercises and stretches and then move on to footwork drills.  They will be introduced to bouting after learning how to use the proper fencing equipment.  Expect many games, surprises and lots of fun!

• All necessary equipment (masks, gloves, weapons and jackets) is provided for your use by the club.  Wear loose fitting clothing:  t-shirt, sweatpants and sneakers.  It is also recommended that students bring a towel and sports drink.
• Foil Fencing will be the concentration. Demonstrations of the epee and sabre will be included.
• There will be six group lessons with the instructor focusing on bladework.
• This class is limited to ten students.  Program is open to children with no previous experience.
• In order to participate, registration fees must be paid on the first day of class to the instructor.

Registration

• For Registration and Information:  Contact:  Ina Harizanova by e-mail:  Ina2H@hotmail.com or call 773.588.6244.
• Registration Form - Before the class begins, please fill out the Registration Form and give it to the class instructor.

Schedule

6/23, Monday 5:00 - 6:00 PM
6/28, Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 PM
7/12, Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 PM
7/14, Monday 5:00 - 6:00 PM
7/19, Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 PM
7/21, Monday 5:00 - 6:00 PM
7/26, Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 PM
7/28, Monday 5:00 - 6:00 PM
8/2, Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 PM
8/9, Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 PM