February Vacation Fencing Clinic: Basics of Fencing - Ages 10 to 16

February 2008 dates are yet to be determined:

Our Basics of Fencing Clinic is a four-day intensive introduction to the Olympic sport of fencing. In this program students learn proper stance, basic footwork, blade work, and tactics. Exercises and games that strengthen the body and improve speed and mobility are an integral part of this clinic. Students are introduced to the rules, etiquette and formality of the sport. Fencing uniform and equipment are also introduced.
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• Basics of Fencing Clinic:
  - Ages 10 to 16
  - Four-day clinic - February 2008 dates to be determined
  - 9am to 4pm
  - 8:30am drop-off begins
  - Pick-up at 4pm - $5 per minute late pickup charge begins after 4:15pm
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• Prerequisite: NONE
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• What to wear: Sweatpants, sneakers and a loose t-shirt
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• What to bring:
  - Bag Lunch and Snacks
  - Water Bottle and/or Sports Drink (NO soda please)
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• Cost:
  - $300 per session plus Annual $50 USFA Membership
  - Use of equipment and uniforms are included in the class fee
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• What will I receive?
  - Daily individual lesson with one of our coaches
  - Daily small group instruction in footwork, conditioning and blade work
  - Introduction to the USFA competition format and the role of the Director
  - Tournament at the conclusion of training
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• What is the daily schedule?
  8:45am - 9:00am     Arrival and drop off
  9:00am - 10:00am   Warm ups and physical training
  10:00am -10:15am  Snack Break
  10:30am -12:00pm  Drills, footwork and blade work
  12:00pm - 1:00pm   Lunch and Movie
  1:00pm - 4:00pm     Bouting and individual lessons
  4:00pm - 4:15pm     Pick-up

Refund Policy
There will be no refunds for missed camp time due to illness, transportation problems or other personal reasons.

Cancellation Policy
Bay State Fencers reserves the right to cancel any clinic for which there is insufficient registration or for any reason, up to two weeks prior to the start of the clinic. Every attempt will be made to place a registrant of a canceled clinic in another clinic of his or her choice. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.

 Bay State Fencers - 561 Windsor Street, Suite A 401 . Somerville, MA 02143 . 617-591-0101 . info@baystatefencers.com