Advantages of having our own space:

• We have a "sacred space" dedicated to the sword
• Available nearly 24/7
• MIRRORS!
• No rental fees (making it possible to offer smaller class sizes)
• Smaller class sizes
• More frequent classes
• Ability to offer master classes, focusing on a particular technique
• Sabre classes (and other weapons as interest develops)
• Facilitates practice by making space available at no extra charge
• Facilitates training of both students and instructors
• Space and time for individual lessons
• Ability to tailor classes to specific needs of student groups
• We have more regular bouting practice
• Facilitates ride sharing
• Students can schedule practice sessions with other fencers

Things we don't have to deal with anymore:

• Mess on the floor after other groups' parties
• Basketball players either before or after our time
• Pressure to pack up and leave
• Extraneous stuff left in the way that we have to move
• Sudden pre-emption of our time without warning for other events
• Other groups moving equipment into the room while we're working

The New Fee Schedule:

Membership:
$60/month for two foil classes per week You may attend other clases a spac permits.

Individual lessons
Four or more prepaid: $25 each
Single lessons: $35 each

Master Classes
Sabre, rapier & dagger, longsword, and other advanced and special topics taught by Maître Crown. TBA.

As always, feel free to contact either of us with any questions or concerns.

Adam Adrian Crown, Maître d'Armes
277-3262
ifv@lightlink.com

Linda Wyatt, Instructor and IFV Director of Development
273-7359 (leave a message, I'm difficult to catch!)
hilinda@lightlink.com