About UNFC

The University of Newcastle Fencing is focused on the Olympic sport of fencing

We are a friendly and active club. We welcome all new members whether social or competitive. 

The club sends members to state and local competitions throughout the year. We also have regular club social events. 

 

Coaches: 

   Mr Joe Caelli has been the head coach at the Club since 2013. He is an Australian Fencing Federation Level 1 Coach in Epee and has been fencing for 12 years

 

Details:

Location: We meet at the Studio No.2, the Forum, University of Newcastle, Callaghan Campus 

 

Times: Training takes place from 7:45 pm - 9:45 pm Wednesday nights

 

Equipment:   We provide all of the necessary equipment, just wear sport shoes suitable for indoors and light weight gym clothes. Don't forget to also bring a water bottle.

 

Costs: $20 membership per semester, $7.50 per class.

Newcastle University Fencing Club is a NUsport (Newcastle University Sport) club. 

Only members of NUsport can become members of the club. 

University students and staff are automatically ordinary members of NUsport. Others may become NUsport associate members for a small annual fee. 

Students are welcome to attend the first session free of charge.

 

Club Committee: 

President - Sharik Burgess

Treasurer - Mark Holdsworth

Secretary - Alex Mei

 

 

Contact: uonfencingclub@gmail.com

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