Sheffield Buccaneers Fencing Club
Birkdale School Sports Hall, Oakholme Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2SR [ Map ]
Tel: 0114 2738681 or 07761 284378 | Email: Click here | Web: http://www.buccaneersfencing.co.uk
Fencing – The Modern Sport:
Fencing is a modern sport developed from the sword fighting techniques of old. In the modern sport there are three different weapons, the foil, epee and sabre each of which have different rules and conventions. Fencers wear protective clothing and the sport is very safe. The sport demands discipline and control and is both highly technical and energetic. There are regular competitions for all ages and standards of fencers.
The Club – When & Where:
Sheffield Buccaneers Fencing Club provides training and tuition at foil, epee and sabre for fencers of all ages and for some years has been one of the strongest and most successful fencing clubs in the region. The sessions run from 7.00pm to 10.00pm on Wednesday nights in the Gym at Birkdale School, Oakholme Road, Broomhill, Sheffield S10 3DF. The club is run and organised by the coach Adam Blight with the assistance of the other coaches. A full range of equipment is provided for fencers who do not possess their own, including both electric and non electric equipment. Club sessions begin with a warm up and footwork session followed by general fencing, training exercises and individual lessons. The club is generally very well attended by fencers of all ages abilities and weapons, ensuring that everybody will have appropriate partners to train and fence with.
Beginners:
Sheffield Buccaneers welcomes those who are new to the sport. Both junior and adult sessions aim to offer beginners a comprehensive introduction to fencing at the session on Wednesday nights. Beginners should aim to start at 7.00pm to ensure that they are able to take part in the footwork session which is of particular importance for new fencers. Beginners will also receive individual coaching. Buccaneers Fencing Club also periodically runs fencing beginners courses. If you want to give fencing a go you are very welcome to just call in on any Wednesday.
Young Fencers:
The junior session is under the direction of the coach Adam Blight. This session is for young fencers from the age of 7 upwards and runs from 7.00pm to 8.30pm. The session will involve a wide variety of fencing exercises and games, instruction in all aspects of the sport, individual coaching, competitions etc. Sheffield Buccaneers is very keen to develop youth fencing and youth members regularly participate in competitions at weekends. Buccaneers fencers achieve good results in Regional, National and International Youth Events. Young Fencers from the club have, over the years, won many youth competitions and championships. Any child who wishes to take up fencing is very welcome to join the youth group.
Adult Fencers:
Sheffield Buccaneers offers fencing and coaching to a high standard at foil, epee and sabre. Adult fencers enter a wide range of competitions, and those fencers who regularly compete can receive individual coaching from the coaches Adam Blight, and Helen Solly at all three weapons. Amongst the adult fencers who have trained at the club are a many National and Regional Champions, members have competed internationally as part of National squads including World Championships and the 2012 Olympics.
The Coaches:
The head coach in the club is Adam Blight who has worked as a full time professional coach since 1993 and coaches in many other clubs, schools and training events throughout the region. Fencers trained by Adam from this and other clubs have won National Championships and have represented Britain in international events including World Championships. Also coaching at the Club is Steve Watson who has many years coaching experience in a range of clubs. Both coaches can provide instruction to a high standard at all three weapons. Individual instruction outside of club sessions can also be arranged.
Other Details:
Entrance for the gym and hall is by the large iron gate near the top of Oakholme Road. There is generally plenty of space for parking. For further information contact Adam Blight on 0114 2738681 or 07761 284378, Email 321@adamblight.plus.com
Membership Fees:
One Session - £5.00
3 Months - £45.00
6 Months - £80.00
1 Year - £150.00
Standing Order - £12.50 per Month
Cheques are payable to ‘Sheffield Buccaneers Fencing Club’. Those who pay per session should tick their name on the register and put their £4.00 in the tin on the desk.
Hours of Business
Wednesday 7pm-10pm
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