Remember, no PFC for the next two weeks! Classes and fencing will resume on September 12. In the meanwhile, come fence at IWFC -- your dues cover both locations, after all!
Registration's open for the September beginner and intermediate classes. Just send in an email or call 238-3111 and you're good to go! Let me know the name and age of the fencer and whether you plan on renting or purchasing equipment.
Equipment orders are due Wednesday, September 1. If you're thinking about entering tournaments this year, you'll need to have the following in addition to your mask, jacket, and glove: plastron/underarm protector (~$18), knickers/fencing pants (~$40), and electric fencing equipment (foil sets start at $141). Even if you're not planning on competing soon, the plastron and knickers are a good idea, one giving another layer of protection and the other being much more comfortable than jeans, pants, or sweats.
Speaking of equipment, please take a moment to check your gear for extra or missing bits. We have one fencer missing a chest plate (men's style, white plastic, black straps) and I have someone's foil lamé that was recently left at IWFC.
Youth fencing at IWFC: There is growing interest in fencing classes for younger fencers, especially after this summer's fencing camps! If you have a young (aged 8-12) fencer or potential fencer, please take a look at the 'quick and dirty' calendar on the schedule page and let me know which currently-available day(s) and time(s) would work best for you. I'll compile the results and set a schedule accordingly. (I know no single schedule will suit everyone but I'll do my best.) If 'whenever!' works best for you, go ahead and let me know that, too -- if I only hear from one or two people, I'll have to assume there isn't enough real interest to continue planning!
