General Policies

  • Fencers must wear long loose-fitting pants during training – NO JEANS and NO SHORTS
  • Fencers are encouraged to wear tee shirts or sweatshirts during training
  • Fencers must wear a complete fencing uniform, including long socks during bouting, open fencing and at competitions
  • Fencers must wear runners or fencing shoes – NO STREET SHOES or BOOTS are ever permitted on the fencing floor
  • NO FOOD OR DRINKS other than water or sports drinks are permitted on the fencing floor

Class Policies

  • PRE-REGISTRATION for fencing classes and programs is highly recommended. Space is limited to ensure a positive athletic experience.
  • TO REGISTER for a fencing class or program or to become a member of Pembroke Fencing Club please register by email or print out the form and bring it on the day and hand it to the fencing coach. We accept Cash and Cheques.
  • NO REFUNDS will be given for any reason including no-show, illness, prior obligation or cancellations made less than seven (7) days in advance of the start of any program.
  • If you must cancel your enrolment you must email us at info@pembrokefencing.ie
  • NO TRANSFERS to future programs or dates will be accommodated after the first day of any class or program. Transfers due to injury will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you are unable to attend last minute you are welcome to send someone in your place. Please contact Pembroke Fencing Club in writing or by email with your replacement’s name, address, phone number, and email address.
  • PFC Membership is a twelve (12) month, non-refundable commitment.
  • If PFC cancels a fencing class or program for any reason, you will have the option of transferring to another section of the same program or receiving a full refund of all program fees. PFC fees are non-refundable.
  • PFC fencing programs are for students aged 6 and older. Children, when accompanied by an adult may observe at any time.
  • Children under the age of 6 are not permitted on the fencing floor.

Waivers

  • USE OF IMAGES, NAME IDENTIFICATION: I authorise Pembroke Fencing Club to use images of me and/or my child with and/or without identification for Pembroke Fencing Club publicity, promotional and advertising and release any claims and/or rights I and/or my child might have as a result.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY:

  • I agree to indemnify and hold harmless, and hereby release, Pembroke Fencing Club and its managers, coaches, instructors, members, guests and other participants, and Fencing Ireland from all claims, liability, demands, or actions of any kind in connection with my participation in any training session, program, tournament, or other activity that I may attend at Pembroke Fencing Club or any other athletic or training activities sponsored by Pembroke Fencing Club on or off the club premises. This includes, but is not limited to, claims, liability, demands, or actions for personal injury or property, damage or loss. This agreement shall be binding on my representatives, heirs and assigns.
  • ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that athletic activity involves physical exertion and risk of injury and that the sport of fencing involves aggressive physical contact with other participants. I assume the risk of injury or other medical conditions arising as the result of my participation in any athletic activity in which I engage at Pembroke Fencing Club. I understand that it is my responsibility to wear appropriate clothing to all training sessions. I understand that I am responsible for my safety and for safely conducting myself at all times.