Welcome

Welcome to Claymore Swords Club. Our fencing club is based in the city of Dunedin, New Zealand. Founded in the 1960s, the club has produced national champions and national representatives in men's and women's foil. We cater to all levels and all ages of fencer from beginner to advanced and recreational fencer to serious competitor. Our club is open to anyone with an interest in fencing, and we welcome visitors.

Venue

Claymore Swords Club is centrally located in the university district of Dunedin. The club is fully equiped with CEN Level 1 (350N resistant) protective jackets and masks, weapons and electronic scoring equipment. The training hall has a non-slip rubber floor with four marked pistes, a workroom for equipment repair, and a viewing gallery runs around the upper perimeter of the hall which allows spectators to watch the fencing. Training times are shared with University of Otago Swords Club.

Location

Activities Hall, Top Floor
University of Otago Clubs & Societies Building
Albany St
Dunedin
New Zealand

Training Times

March - November
Tuesdays: 7.00 pm - 10.00 pm (free fencing)
Sundays: 3.00 pm - 6.00 pm (group classes run from 3.00 pm - 4.00 pm, free fencing 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm )

When Semester 2 exams end and then over the University Summer School period (late November - late February) the Clubs & Societies building is closed during the evenings and on weekends. During this time we move to a temporary venue.

Facilities

  • Group and Indvidual coaching
  • Equipment provided (protective clothing and visual weapons) for beginners
  • Electric Scoring equipment
  • Spacious hall with four marked pistes and excellent traction
  • Equipment storage and repair facilities
  • Changing rooms, showers and toilets and sauna
  • Disability access

Club Fees 2010

Club Fees for 2010 are as follows:

First-year Fencer $TBA (price includes glove and group coaching on Sundays)
Second-year Fencer $TBA (price includes group coaching on Sundays)
Senior Fencer $TBA

Club fees are for one year and are inclusive of the Fencing New Zealand affiliation fee. Members also receive the Fencing South Newsletter - "To the Point" and become members of the Fencing South email information distribution list.

Executive 2009

President: Fiona McMillan
Secretary: Liz Boyle
Treasurer: Kaye Anderson

Life Members: Associate Professor Ted Nye, Mr Russell Towns