The goal of the Jacksonville Fencing Club is to promote the classical sport of fencing. The club has been in existence since the 1950's and has a rich tradition of excellence in its instruction. The club has had many champions among its ranks over the years and continues to do so. The club is open to ages 8 to 98 and offers a variety of opportunities for the novice up to the competitive fencer. The club is coached by Mr. Raul Toro who has over 30 years experience in the sport. So if you are looking for a sport to get or stay fit, build discipline and build confidence, this is the sport for YOU! This is a sport for children and adults alike. This is a sport for a lifetime! Call us or e-mail us. En Garde!!!
The Jacksonville Fencing Club is in their new location in Avondale! Call 579-6858 for more info.
The address is:
3955 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32205
Jun 28 2010
The Jacksonville Fencing Club competed at the Florida State Games in Lakeland, Florida on June 19th and 20th. Congratulations to the following fencer:
Will Cook 1st Y14 Men”s Foil
The medal count for this season stands at 111.
Jun 17 2010
The Jacksonville Fencing Club in partnership with Smartbox and Experience Genie were a part of two time cancer survivor Camille McCracken’s dream day. Camille was able to drive a luxury car during the day and meet with the Jaguars in the morning and came to the Jacksonville Fencing Club in the afternoon for a fencing lesson. The club was honored to be able to play a part in Camille’s special day.
Here is a link for the news story and video:
http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2010-06-17/story/two-time-cancer-survivor-24-gets-her-dream-day
Genie and the sabre
Taylor Kimes, Camille McCracken and the Genie
Jun 17 2010
The Jacksonville Fencing Club and Episcopal High School are partnering to hold a fencing camp on July 19-23 and
July 26-30. The camp runs from 9AM-3PM daily. To register click on the link and hope to see you there!
http://www.episcopalhigh.org/campus_life/episcopal_summer/index.aspx
2009 Episcopal Camp
Jun 17 2010
Two fencers from the Jacksonville Fencing Club competed in the Don Quixote youth Tournament in New York City on June 6th. Congratulations to the following fencers :
Bryce Bogert Y10 2nd
Brett Bogert Y10 3rd, Y14 3rd
Brett,Margaret Lu and Bryce
The medal count for the season stands at: 110
May 18 2010
The last RYC of the season was held on May 16th in Gainesville, Fl. Congratulations to the following fencer:
Lance Tan 1st Y10 Foil, 1st Y10 Epee
The medal count for this season stands at 105
May 10 2010
Fencers form the Jacksonville Fencers Club recently competed at the North American Cup in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
There were 64 competitors in the Y10 Men’s Foil, 90 competitors in the Y12 Men’s Foil, 137 competitors in the Y14 Men’s foil.
Congratulations to the following fencers:
Bryce Bogert 14th place Y10 Foil
Brett Bogert 17th place Y10 foil
Brian Swicegood 22nd place Y10 Foil
Trey Neil 29th place Y14 Foil
Justin Swicegood 108th place Y14 Foil
Brian, Brett, Bryce, Trey and Justin
Apr 14 2010
The Jacksonville Fencing Club competed at the Gateway Division National Qualifier on April 3rd. The club qualified eight people to fence at the National Championships in July in Atlanta Georgia. Congratulations to the following fencers:
Dustin Bloomston
Gabrielle Cohen
William Cook
Taylor Kimes
David Neil
Justin Swicegood
Matthew Tubman
Thomas Tubman
Stacy Tucker
In addition the club is sending an U-19 Men’s Foil Team, U-19 Womens Foil Team and a Senior Mens Foil Team
The medal count for the season stands at 93
Apr 14 2010
On April 11th Victoria Ge competed in the Fioretto youth tournament in Jacksonville, Florida. Congratulations to Victoria for taking first place and winning the gold.
The medal count for the season stands at 83.
Victoria with her gold medal
Mar 27 2010
The Jacksonville Fencing Club hosted a tournament for it’s two beginners classes that are held in Riverside and the Jewish Community Center. It was a great learning experience for both classes.
Fencers from both beginners classes
Jul 17 2009
The Jacksonville fencing club was featured on July 3rd and 4th on Channel 4 news in Jacksonville. Click the link below to watch.
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