Club Rules

SAFETY

• No fencing without a mask, glove, and jacket.

• Do not offer a weapon to a visitor without having asked an instructor’s permission.

• Beginner fencers may not freely fence until an instructor grants that privilege.

• If an opponent is becoming angry, stop fencing immediately.

 

COURTESY AND GENERAL RULES

• Pay full attention during instruction, drills, and bouts; no talking or antics.  Raise your hand if you have a question.

• Do not use any fencing equipment belonging to others without permission.

• No cursing, swearing, obscene or indiscrete language.

• Do not mock, display disapproval of, or disturb anyone.

• When entering the salle, greet the instructors and those present.

• Before leaving, return all club equipment to its proper place.

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SPORTSMANSHIP

• Respect your opponent and treat them as you would like to be treated.

• When fencing, acknowledge each touch received.

• Do not claim a touch if your opponent denies it.

• No overly aggressive fencing.

• When there is a significant skill level difference, the more experienced fencer should adjust their fencing to encourage less experienced fencers.

• Respect directors and instructors; do not argue with their judgements.

• Be humble in your victories; accept losses with dignity.

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ETIQUETTE

• Before fencing or a lesson, salute your opponent or coach, the director, and spectators (if present).

• After fencing or a lesson, shake hands with your opponent or coach using your non-gloved hand.

• Salute your opponent during a bout if you reach La Belle.

• Do not give advice to a fencer without an instructor’s permission.

• When holding a weapon, do not allow the tip to touch the ground.