Q: How do I go about taking part in your club?
A: Simple. At the beginning of each semester, we will have an interest meeting to tell you everything
you need to know about joining our club. If you miss the meeting or want to join sometime in the
middle of the semester, then just show up at the Bubble (with your UT ID) on a Tuesday, Wednesday,
or Thursday from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. Directions can be found below.
Q: Do I have to already know how to fence?
A: No, at the start of every semester we have a "newbie class," and will often
take in new fencers mid-semester as well.
Q: Can I learn/fence over the summer?
A: Though we do sometimes have summer practices, most of the members have returned
home and we would therefore suggest not attempting to learn from us over the summer.
Q: Ok, so if UT's not for me, who else is there?
A: If our environment does not suit your needs, or you wish for summer practices,
we advise checking out the Oak Ridge Fencers Club.
Q: What equipment will I need?
A: We have a large supply of equipment, so it is not necessary to get your own. Guys, however, will need to get a cup.
Should you decide to purchase your own equipment, Fencing.net is our usual vendor.
If you have any questions about what to get, either stop by at practice or email us.
Q: What do you charge?
A: We charge $50 per semester for students. This is mainly to replace old and broken
equipment, and is not requested until you are sure you will stay.
Q: How do I get there?
A: It's pretty easy. There are actually several ways to get there, all of which involve
the interstate and/or Kingston Pike. The easiest way is to take exit 387, and turn onto 17th
street heading toward campus (it's not hard to see). This will take you up past Hess Hall until
you hit a stop sign with the option only to turn right. This is Andy Holt Ave. You'll see the
Bubble in between the HYPR and the Aquatic Center. Alternately, you can also get to Andy Holt by
turning onto Volunteer Blvd. from Kingston Pike and then turning left onto Andy Holt roughly a
mile down (first light).
Q: Ok... I've read this much and you still haven't answered MY question!
A: Well, that's not a question, but for additional help, try to contact us.