Updated for Covid-19"
Our fun-filled intro classes will teach you the basics, and is an ideal way to start fencing!
Students will learn rules footwork, blade work, play fun developmental games, and will fence! A typical class structure will include warm-up activities, developmental games, footwork, drills with a partner, and sparring. All equipment is provided by SVF.
The Introductory Class consists of three 55 minute classes held once a week for three consecutive weeks. At the end of the program, the students will have a very clear understanding of what fencing is all about. They should be able to perform basic positions and movements such as: first position, on guard, advance, retreat, and lunge. They should also be able to explain and demonstrate basic attacking and defensive techniques.
These classes are for boys and girls 6.5 - 9 years old.s.
As part of our effort to prevent a potential spread of Covid-19, we have established the following rules and procedures to follow by all our staff and participants:
- No handshakes or physical contact between camp/class participants or
coaches;
- No shared equipment can be used; every participant will be assigned
his/her own equipment to use during camp/class to avoid sharing;
- All participants, including staff, must sanitize/wash hands before
class, during breaks, and after class/camp;
- No shared objects during warm-ups or classes – including balls, relay
batons, etc.. All games that use shared equipment will be canceled;
- Although water fountain is available, all participants are required
to bring their own water bottle in order to limit contact with the
water fountain;
- Anyone showing any signs of sickness will be immediately sent home.
Also, every day we spend more a significant effort in each location thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing every contact surface – from doorknobs, restrooms, tables, and other areas.