There are no dues this quarter, so fencing with UChicago Fencing is free. We also provide loaner gear, so you don't need to buy anything to get started.

Yes, all grad, PhD, and undergrad students are welcome to come to our practices. If you do not have access to recreational facilities (for example, if you are taking a quarter off), you can request one here: Facilities Memberships.

Yes, we often take new fencers to our competitions. There are multiple individuals competitions you are welcome to attend throughout the year. We also have team competitions in our Midwestern Conference and Collegiate Fencing Conference that we travel to attend. These larger team conferences are selective and the team roster is decided by your respective weapon captain.

UChicago Fencing is not an NCAA team, so we do not recruit. We are a club sport that enrolled students are welcome to join.

No, not at all. We understand UChicago students are very busy with school work and other commitments, and as a club sport we offer multiple practice days as flexible options for you to stop by. Like any UChicago club sport, you are not required to come to all the practices (unless you want to).

We have a bag storage area at Crown Balcony. You can drop off your fencing bag/gear there anytime Crown is open. Keep in mind that Crown will be locked during some holidays and breaks, so you may want to take your gear home then.

You can stay connected by joining our mailing list, where we announce competitions, events, practice schedules, and post our quarterly newsletter. We also have Instagram and Facebook accounts you can follow (refer to the bottom of this page). If you are a student, we welcome you to stop by any of our practices, and we can add you to our Facebook Messenger group chat where you can stay informed of any UChicago Fencing news.