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The Parkway Fencing Club has been around
for 42 years and is one of the oldest and largest, competitive fencing clubs in the St. Louis area. It is coached by Charles Willis III, Fencing Master and certified coach in all three weapons.
Parkway Fencing Club has over 60 members of all ages and at all levels. Some compete just for fun, and many like seeing how far their skill will take them at the Local, Regional and National, and perhaps International, level.
** Update 06/09/2009 **
Pictures from the Parkway Picnic held last weekend are up. Everyone had a good time and we all look forward to a fun and successful season next year. But don't forget Nationals coming up in July. We have a few fencers that will be heading down to Texas and we wish them the best of luck (I'll get the names and events listed soon). Check back for results when things get going.
** Update 05/31/2009 **
Parkway will continue to meet through the month of June, normal club times: Monday and Thursday, 7:00 - 10:00. We will take July off and start back with the new fencing season in August (check back for details).
Parkway Picnic will be held at Queeny Park from 3:30 to 5:30 Sunday 5/31. Come on by and say Hi. Not sure which pavillion Chuck's reserved, so keep an eye out ;)
The Meet Me in St. Louis Open was a big success this past weekend. It was an A2 level event with a lot of great fencing. Thanks to everyone who participated and congratulations to the winners and those who earned new ratings! Detailed results can be found at FRED - Meet Me in St. Louis Results
** Please note: The website and it's information is constantly being updated. If any links or information appear broken or out of date, please contact:
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Monday and Thursday (7:00pm - 10:00pm)
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Regular Parkway Club location will be the church gymnasium at West County Assembly of God. 13431 N Outer 40, Chesterfield, MO
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Monthly membership dues are $50/month, due by the 15th of each month.
Annual dues are $380, which is a 16% savings over the monthly dues.
For the fencing family, the second family member pays 1/2 dues and additional family members may join for free.
The annual membership dues may be paid in two installments of $190 on September 15th and January 15th.
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Thursday (7:00pm - 8:30pm)
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Beginner Fencing Class location will be the church gymnasium at West County Assembly of God. 13431 N Outer 40, Chesterfield, MO
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$100 for the 8 week session.
Mask, jackets and chest protectors are provided. Students will need to provide their own foil.
For those students who do not have a foil for use, the club will place a group order after the first night. Cost of the foil is $43 plus shipping.
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Saturday
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Private Lessons - TBD
For more information, contact Chuck directly (click here). He would love to hear from you :)
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TBD
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Check the Calendar of Events for items of interest to Parkway Club members (including National, Regional and Local competition information).
The Tournament Schedule lists scheduled Division and area Club competitions for quick reference.
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Rules of the Road
The Parkway Fencing Club enforces the United States Fencing Association rules governing fencing conduct. All fencers are to wear adequate protection: Masks, Jackets (women require chest protectors) or plasterons and gloves. All fencers fence at their own risk. the general rules of sportsman ship are always in effect.
Dress for Success
Club members are encouraged to purchase their own equipment. Club equipment is available for temporary use (on a first come first serve basis). Any equipment damaged must be replaced or repaired before returning.
The club can provide fencing vendor catalogs for member use and can help order any equipment. See the Coach if you want the club to order and he can provide an order form.
Join the Fun
Club members have use of Parkway Facilities, scoring equipment and loaner fencing gear (subject to availability).
Practice sessions include Group drills (stretching, footwork, bladework, the occasional "Capture the Castle") and Open Bouting.
Individuals must have some beginning instruction in fencing or previous fencing experience before being eligible to apply for membership. All members are granted the rights and privileges of this club, with these privileges extended to members of reciprocal clubs.
Each member of the club has the obligation to aid and promote fencing in the St Louis area.
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About the Coach
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Charles L. Willis III USFCA
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*Captain of College Fencing Team
*3 Weapon Champion in 3 different Divisions
*Sectional Champion & Competed for the United States
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*Certified in all 3 weapons
*Coached Nationally & Internationally
*Continuing fencing education by working with Current Olympic Foil, Epee & Saber Coaches in special national coaches clinics
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Parkway News
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Chuck has coached many Parkway Fencers to success. Past members have received college scholarships, been selected to fence on the Junior Pan American Fencing Team and the Junior Pentathalon Team.
Highlighted below are recent success stories for several Parkway Fencers. Click on Results to see much more...
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Doug Hinton
"A" Rated in Men's Epee 2005
First in St. Louis Epee history to attain the highest classification given in the United States.
Rick Valvero
Earned "B" classification in Men's Epee 2006 (renewed "B" rating in 2008)
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Don Coltrain
Earned "B" classification in Men's Epee 2007
Jeannie Thompson
Earned "B" classification in Women's Epee 2004
B.J. Self
2nd Place Men's Sabre - U.S. Nationals
Earned "B" classification in Men's Sabre 2004
Earned "B" classification in Men's Epee 2008
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This page last modified on Jun 7, 2009 at 19:18
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