Épée Level 1  

You've tried other sports, they weren't your thing. Chasing objects, running for miles or swimming just wasn't interesting enough. You'd rather test your own skills and stand on your own two feet than depend on teammates. Your parenst aren't keen on you getting concussions in full-contact sports. But the allure of a duel, of facing off toe-to-toe with another living, breathing and thinking human being tickles your brain like nothing else. If only there was a sport out there that gave you the thrill of direct confrontation without the constant risk of serious injury, that allowed to exercise your mind just as hard as your body...

Épée Level 1 is for teenagers who are either starting their journey in sports or have yet to find their lifelong passion. As an introduction class, it is designed to teach basic skills of footwork and bladework, while focusing largely on combat and the joys and benefits of physical activity. Participants will learn new techniques while having a great time with fellow fencers and coaches. This class will provide enough development for those wishing to compete, without pressuring  anyone to do so. A space to come, play, sweat, and enjoy sport.

Épée Level 1 is available Tuesdays from 8:00-9:30 PM and Wednesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM.

Teenagers in more competitive programs are still welcome to join the Level 1 classes so long as space allows.

Coyotes Team 

You've learned your basics, you've mastered the skills every fledgling swordsman needs to know. As a member of the Resistance, you've decided that it's time to test your mettle, and bring glory to your tribe. You are ready to tackle bigger challenges, and develop skills beyond the rudimentary; you want to move better, act faster and be smarter than the fencers you first began with. You are ready to move past the Recruit stage. It's time to train for real.

The Coyotes Competitive Team is for those who have decided to focus on competition and developing as fencers. While Recreational Épée offers an environment focused on play and learning to enjoy the sport, the Coyotes' focus will be set to learning to train. Here, fencers will learn to become athletes as they would in any sport, and will develop techniques requiring more strength and skill. Joy will be found as much in the activities as in their more challenging nature.

All fencers wishing to join this group must have at least 3 months experience and have passed their Basic Skills test.  All participant are also required to attend training minimum of twice a week and take a minimum of one individual lesson with a coach per month. Finally, Coyotes committ to competing at local events and Provincial Championships in their age category.

 Classes will be offered on Tuesdays 8:00-9:30 and Wednesdays 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM.