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The staff of the Mid-South Fencers’ Club welcomes you, and invites you to get to know our club better with this Mid-South Fencers’ Club Handbook. This document should inform the fencer and the fencer’s family about how our club operates, our classes, scheduling, policies, governance, and much more. We hope you will find this handbook helpful and appreciate comments and questions for future editions.
The Mid-South Fencers’ Club, Inc. invites members of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to club members. It does not discriminate on the basis of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethic origin in the administration of its programs, policies, scholarships or any club-administered programs, or in its employment practices.
MSFC’s Philosophy
Mission and Vision
Our Mission is to grow the sport of fencing, develop responsible athletes, and build a stronger fencing community by:
- Creating opportunities for participation in the sport
- Education for students, coaches, and referees.
We seek to achieve this through:
- Creating respectful, safe teaching relationships
- Valuing the Individual Potential in each person, and
- Celebrating Personal Victories.
Our long-term vision is create the premier fencing facility in the Southeastern United States, with knowledgeable, high-quality staff dedicated to providing the best fencing experience possible for fencers of all ages and levels.
This facility will be a place for fencers to learn the basics of our lifetime sport, as well as to train to meet their competitive goals. The facility will meet not only the needs of the fencer, but of our coaching staff, supporting family and friends.
Philosophy and Goals
Mid-South Fencers’ Club was founded on the basis of providing an environment that enables athletes to develop their fullest fencing potential.
To accomplish these goals, the MSFC incorporates the basic principles of honoring independent development of coordination, focus, self-discipline, and competitive desire while at the same time maintaining respect and reverence for the self, community and others. The fencer who develops these skills will actively contribute to the fencing world and can transfer these skills into other life endeavors.
These principles provide the framework for various levels of fencing expertise. The club environment, class structure, and modeling by instructors and coaches all build on the foundation of providing a safe, structured environment for learning, fun, personal growth and community building.
The over-arching goal of our club is to provide a wide array of training opportunities: introducing the sport of fencing to all ages, developing and training competitive fencing athletes, and offering training and facility use for lifetime sport fencers.
MSFC Fencer and Club Partnership
Together the Coaches, Instructors and Employees of MSFC must work to maintain a club atmosphere that is conducive to learning with mutual respect, competition and camaraderie. Your job is what you as an individual or family will need to do to enhance your sporting participation while being a member of MSFC. The club’s Coaches, Instructors, and Employees see our job as essential to meeting the fencers’ needs.
Your Job Our Job
Want better fencing See you as an individual
Get involved Respect your privacy and your time
Be on time Provide comfortable facilities
Follow advice Explain training
Ask questions Monitor and report progress
Seek answers Show you ways to develop as a fencer
Expect results Offer state-of-the-art fencing instruction
Stay optimistic Refer to specialists if needed
Pay your fees Charge a fair price for our services
Tell others Honor individual fencer’s needs
MSFC Coaching Training Philosophy
All MSFC staff members adhere to the ethical and practical guidelines set by the United States Olympic Committee. Our individual coaching philosophy is fencer-centered and relationship-based. Through developing a relationship with our fencers we align ourselves with the fencer and their developing perspective of the sport. We encourage mastery of sport goals over tournament placement and ratings goals.
MSFC Services
MSFC Membership Options
The club offers three membership levels: Basic, Developing and Competitive.
A Basic Membership offers you access to the facilities and a weekly class. This level is geared to fencers who want to stay in shape, have regular bouting, and benefit from weekly instruction.
A Developing Membership offers more structured bi-weekly classes and an individual weekly lesson from a primary coach. A fencer who wants to develop their competitive skills and learn the art of fencing would be most likely to benefit from this membership. At this level fencers are expected to compete in MSFC tournaments, and consider suggested tournaments outside representing MSFC.
A Competitive Member finds them selves immersed in the fencing world. Competitive Members are expected to make fencing a high priority in their lives, attending practice 4-5 times a week, and taking several lessons a week. Fencers are expected to compete in events designed by the Head Coach, including all MSFC events, regional and sectional qualifying events and national events as deemed appropriate by the coach. The coaching relationship with the Competitive member becomes more hands-on and refined. The relationship between the coach and fencer is unique to each fencer and requires trust, commitment, and open communication.
Before committing to a Competitive Membership the fencer and the fencer’s family must be willing to “give” themselves to the process of being coached. This relationship must not be entered into lightly. Essential to this process are mutual respect and openness to the process. The ultimate goal is to develop a consultative relationship between fencer and coach that enables the fencer to reach their goals without an enabling coach. A fencer must ask for this type of relationship and guidance. Coaches reserve full right to deny or exclude any competitive membership based on perceived or real commitment level and/or display of behaviors not representative of the club membership, to be solely determined by the coaching staff.
Annual memberships will run from August to August to correlate with the United States Fencing Association’s membership year.
MSFC On-site Class Level Structure
MSFC will strive to offer a variety of classes from which its members may choose. Below are general class guidelines. Content can vary from class to class and from instructor to instructor.
Beginner – Our programs start for young people age of eight through adult. All you need are closed-toe shoes, flexible clothing, and an open mind and willingness to learn. If you are wondering if your child is too young to start, we have a few rules of thumb: Generally if they can zip a jacket and tie their shoes, it’s a good sign they will be able and ready to participate. Our beginner classes are, above all, fun for all ages. Beginner classes and camps are offered at our Broad Street location, Durham Academy, Voyager Academy (classes only), Cary Academy (camps only) and Duke School (camps only).
Level I – A Level I class continues to introduces the sport of fencing, focusing on sport-specific and general games and coordination activities. All instruction works to build basic development and reinforcement of the skills needed to develop coordination and fencing skills. MSFC membership is not required to participate at this level. Participants often take this class one to three times before continuing onto Level II. Equipment is included.
Level II –Builds on the skills introduced in all Level I classes and camps and begins to focus on technique, timing, and basic fencing tactics. Games and fun are still a large part of the focus at this level. For youth, MSFC membership is not required to participate. A fencer at this level will decide if they want to participate at a recreational or competitive level.
Level II RY (Recreational Youth) – For youth, this class DOES NOT require membership. These classes are for youth who like fencing, like the physical activity and challenge it brings, but who DO NOT want to compete locally or within the club environment.
Level II RA (Recreational Adult) – For adults, Level II classes meet year-round and MSFC a Basic or Developing membership is required. These classes are designed to maintain and build skills with a focus on foil and saber fencing with adult peers. One could happily maintain participation in this class level, compete within the local fencing community, and take lessons. Recreational adults need to maintain their own equipment and gear.
Level II/Level III – This crossbreed of class may appear similar to Level II, but starts to focus on developing skills specific for competition. Participants at this level will be expected to participate in local tournaments. Participants can sign up for this quarterly class, or take this class as a “Membership Class” year-round. Participants are expected begin purchasing their own fencing gear.
Level III – Participants in this level are Developing or Competitive Members. Age, class numbers, and experience will all determine the focus of the class. This class will build and refine fencing skills developed in previous level classes, that reinforce what is happening in individual lessons.
Level IV – Level IV classes work our traveling competitors who are Competitive and Developing members. Individuals who participate with this group have a more individualized, personal training commitment, are expected to attend classes as well as fence during our open fencing times before and/or after class.
MSFC Policies and Procedures
Attendance
Please respect other members’ and coaches’ time by arriving to lessons and classes promptly. If you arrive late for a scheduled class, you may be asked to warm-up individually before joining to reduce possible injuries. If you have a scheduled individual lesson, you must be warmed-up BEFORE your scheduled lesson time.
Class and Lesson Make Up
Class make ups can occur during the same quarterly session for “like” classes. Permission must be obtained by the instructor.
Individual Lessons require 24-hour notice of cancellation. Fencers are responsible for rescheduling lesson appointments in advance. Lessons cancelled due to coach travel or sickness will be made up in a timely basis.
Equipment
Facility Equipment
Participants agree to abide by all written and verbal safety instructions and use all the equipment in a manner outlined by the United States Fencing Association (USFA). Failure to abide by this etiquette will result in removal from the class without refund. Breakage of club equipment and/or damage to the training facility from use not an in manner prescribed by MSFC or its instructors will result in the cost of replacement being charged to the customer. Level I and Level II students are required to have their own fencing glove. Level III and IV students (this includes all MSFC Members) are required to keep and maintain their own equipment.
Personal Equipment
Clearly identify all gloves, mask-cords, body-cords, masks, jackets, etc. with your name and/or initials and club initials for traveling members.
Group storage areas require group considerations and maintenance. There will be limited space for storage. Competitive members will be offered priority storage. Please keep common areas clear of personal equipment!
Fencers are responsible for maintenance of their equipment! We will periodically offer seminars on maintenance of body cords and electrical equipment. Please label all mask-cords, body-cords, gloves, jackets, etc. so as to avoid confusion with clubmates’ equipment. Each person has the individual right to NOT loan equipment out to other individuals.
If you have outgrown safe equipment, please recycle! Offer it up for sale for younger fencers, or donate it to the club.
Lockers
Lockers are a privilege provided to MSFC members and are limited. Lockers will be assigned and labeled with the athlete’s name. Lockers are intended to store equipment that is used regularly in practice, and athletes are expected to keep their area clean and sanitary. Excess equipment, equipment bags, etc are not to be stored at the club. Locks are not allowed. Failure to uphold these regulations will result in suspension of locker privilege.
Locker priority goes as follows:
- Competitive Members
- Developing Members
- Basic Members
Note: In the event of more Competitive Members than Lockers, a lottery will be held to determine which members receive locker privileges.
Coaches’ Expense Travel Policy
Coaching travel expenses to national, international, or any non-local event will be divided equally among tournament participants, based on all tournament-related expenses incurred by coaching staff. Coaches’ expenses are seen purely as a pass-through expense divided evenly among each fencer that competes in any event, regardless of number of per given tournament. Participants may include the coach or coaches’ children.
Expenses eligible for reimbursement will include any air travel, hotel, food and ground transportation costs incurred by the coach. Any person who participates in any given tournament who is a member at any level of Mid-South Fencers’ Club will be invoiced for their share of the incurred expenses. When 3 or less Mid-South representatives are traveling to a national or regional event the club may choose to send a coach as a referee, or choose not to send coaching support. When staff, in conjunction with fencers and fencers’ parents makes a decision to send a supporting coach as a referee, expenses will be covered in full by the tournament committee, and paid directly to the coach acting as a referee. Any expense covered in full or in part by any other non Mid-South entities will be passed on as a discount against the club’s overall tournament expense. Examples of covered expenses would include donation of miles to coaches’ travel, the use of hotel points against lodging or any other travel donations offered by club members. Please consider miles donations discretionary.
Definition of Events
- Local Events – Includes Mid-South events and any non-national event within North Carolina borders, including Divisional events.
- Regional Events – Events within the Southeast Section and the Virginia/DC area, including Sectionals and Regional Youth Circuits
- National Events — Any designated National event governed by the USFA located within the United States
Traveling expenses are not to be confused with coaching fees. Coaching fees are embedded in the membership levels and cost of membership levels are primarily differentiated based on number of lessons a fencer receives per week and number of classes a fencer participates in during any given week. Warm-up lessons at a competition, strip-side coaching and coaching interventions are at sole discretion of the assigned coach. Any confusion or clarification of these roles should be directed to the coach, when appropriate.
Club travel is to be facilitated by an assigned coach for National and Regional events. Responsibilities include informing fencers, families and coaches of airfare, hotel, and arranging group meals. The Advisory Committee will help to assign coordinator at the beginning of each fencing season.
All receipts for expenses relating directly to travel will be submitted to the Travel Coordinator, who will process the amount to be invoiced for each fencer.
All fencers and fencing families must follow these guidelines to ensure the appropriate assigning of a coach to an event.
- Review current membership form to see travel rate ratio policy.
- Arrangements for travel for all families for national events should be finalized 45 days before travel.
- Arrangements for travel to regional events should be finalized 14 days before the event.
Please note: families are not required to stay in the same hotel or travel on the same airline as Travel Coordinator my recommend. All efforts will be made by the Travel Coordinator and Coaches to be conservative with expenses and find the best fare hotel and air rates as possible. Timely commitment from fencers and their families will ensure ease of this coordination.
Fencers and fencing families should always consult with a coach before making arrangements to travel to an event. This discussion should take place primarily at the beginning of each fencing season and in designated meetings throughout the season as necessary.
Coach for families attending national regional and local events.
Information to Mid-South Families on Regional and National fencing tournaments will be facilitated by a designated coach. Responsibilities include informing families of upcoming events, registration timelines, fencer qualifications, equipment/packing advice, etc.
Planning for Summer Nationals
Families who plan to attend Summer Nationals will meet with Mid-South coaching staff and Travel Coordinator to map out events, fencer participation, and to forecast/budget expenses. This meeting should occur within two weeks of final North Carolina qualifying event.
Coach options for Refereeing at Regional and National tournaments
- Mid-South coaching staff shall have the choice to referee at regional, national or local tournaments where fencers are participating. If Mid-South chooses to send a referee all expenses for travel incurred will be the responsibility of the hiring body of the referee and/or the club.
- If the coach and fencers arrive at a tournament where there is a shortage of referees, the coach will confer with fencers to assess whether or not the coach should participate as a referee. This option should only be considered in extreme circumstances.
- Please note, in an ideal world coaches would not be put in “dual role” situations. Coaches and referees follow guidelines as stated by the United States Fencing Association.
Transportation Policies
No MSFC staff will transport a minor member in their own vehicle without prior consent of that minor’s guardian.
Enrollment of New Students
Please respect each other’s individual stage of development and coaches placement for class choice.
Weather-Related Policies
Our website and/or Facebook page will post cancellations on the club website if a weather-related condition causes the club to close.
Club Visitation Policy
We are an “open door” club and welcome the opportunity to have visitors come and fence with us!
Anyone who wants to participate in a class should request permission from the course instructor before entering. See posted fees and registration at front desk.
Discipline and Behavior Management
Each instructor governs class behavioral management. Guidelines common to all instructors include:
- Be Impeccable With Your Word: Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using words to speak against yourself or to gossip about others.
- Don’t Take Anything Personally: Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering.
- Don’t Make Assumptions: Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness and drama.
- Always Do Your Best: Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgment, self-abuse and regret.
These guidelines are from “The Four Agreements” as defined by Don Miguel Ruiz, and will be used as reference points for open dialogue regarding inter-personal conflicts and to enhance training potential.
Members should direct their concerns first to the person or people who they feel is a potential source of their conflict. If this is not possible or intensely uncomfortable, please bring up your concerns with a coach or staff member.
Fencing-specific behaviors expected of and by all club members include:
- Acknowledging the Coach when entering or leaving the facility.
- Walking with your sword point below your knees during non fencing-specific activities.
- Saluting before and after a bout or fencing drills.
- Wearing long pants or knickers for bouting and drill exercises
- Maintaining control of your equipment at all times and using appropriate language to express emotion.
- Reinforcing rules and regulations outlined by the USFA Athlete Handbook and for Coaches, the USOC Coaches Handbook will be followed. Both of these documents can be found on the USFA’s website: http://www.usfencing.org
Fencers representing MSFC in any local, national or international competition will be expected to act in an appropriate manner for competition as defined by the Coaches and the USFA Athlete Handbook. Any behavior identified by a coach or chaperone as inappropriate will first be identified to the fencer as inappropriate. At the second time the behavior occurs coaches will have stated that could result in a temporary or permanent removal from club representation in competition and/or participation in individual or group lessons.
As MSFC members train, our source of strength and control ultimately lie within ourselves. Self-reliance will be fostered with guidance from coaches and staff as we each learn to develop our own capabilities. We feel these guidelines will help incorporate a strong, cohesive community in the spirit of increasing mastery of sport fencing and competitive success.
Fencer Behavioral Expectations For Tournament Participation
Fencers representing MSFC in any local, national or international competition will be expected to act with self-respect and integrity. To reiterate, any behavior identified by a coach or chaperone as inappropriate will have stated consequences that could result in a temporary or permanent removal from club representation.
Before Competition, “Am I ready?”
Fencers will develop their own way of warming up. Fencing is an individual sport and warm-up is individual as well. While saying that, no one should warm-up alone. As a team we must make sure no one wearing a MSFC warm-up is left out. If there is someone on the team you don’t want to warm up with, you need to discuss this with a coach. Warm-up involves getting your heart rate up, doing fencing drills and fencing with electric equipment if at all possible. We expect you to do this on your own. Length and duration of warm-up will vary from person to person. Warm-up lessons are offered when applicable to all MSFC fencers. Priority is given to Competitive and Developing members. Fencers are expected to arrive and begin their warm-up process and hour before the start of competition unless otherwise noted by the coach.
During Competition, “How do I act as a fencer?”
Fencers act with behavior that is appropriate for competition. That means following the rules. Emotion can vary widely. Yelling, screaming, cheering, grunting, sighing and crying can all be okay. Behaviors that are not okay include throwing, kicking, slapping equipment, name calling, cursing, using emotion to intimidate an opponent, arguing with the referee, back talking coaches or parents, ignoring coaches, parents or teammates, discounting other fencers, other teams or tournament organizers. It is okay to be alone as long as someone knows where you are. It is okay to say “Don’t talk to me now.” You can also do that by holding your hand up and shaking your head/walking away. It is okay to hug, hang your head, complain, question, debate (with coaches only please), cuddle, rub heads, try to cheer someone up, slap high-five, and give “general support.” It is not okay to demean yourself or your teammates in anyway. We expect everyone to come to the strip and give their all- losing doesn’t mean you are less of a person. We must learn how to lose before we can learn how to win!
If MSFC staff witness, or hear tell of a fencer acting in an inappropriate way we will
- Let you know that behavior is not okay.
- Consult with parents or outside resources to eliminate the behavior, should it continue.
- Revoke MSFC tournament participation privileges until we see effort on fencer’s part to regulate behavioral change.
Please also remember to always thank a referee, check your score-sheet and write down your scores or check them after each bout has been recorded.
You’ve finished now, “What do I do?”
Ideally, after completion of your last bout, you should stay in team warm-ups and watch and cheer teammates and acquaintances until completion of the tournament. Fencers congratulate the winner regardless of relationship to winner. A Fencer should note standout accomplishments to teammates and acquaintances. For example, “Congrats on your top 8 finish!” Affect can vary from loud cheering and clapping to observing and noting “nice touches.” Approaching a fencer when they are noticeably down will get different reactions from different fencers. Generally, genuine support with statements like, “Sorry, dude,” “Man, that bites” or “Close bout” are safe statements. Please make sure your comments are sincere. Often a hand on the shoulder can go a long way if you don’t know what to say and feel the need to reach out. If two MSFC fencers are fencing please cheer for MSFC. Coaching by MSFC peers is okay when the opponent is not an MSFC member. Please ask before you step on the strip to see if the fencer wants your advice or support. They may just need water!
Support can be shown in various ways including, standing by the strip, cheering, helping teammates plug in, etc. “What can I do for you?” is an appropriate question teammates can ask fencers still fencing. Competitors still in the tournament can refuse help and ask that they be left alone. Do not take personal offense if an offer you make is refused. (Remember- don’t take things personally). Fencers develop their own way of handling stress. If tension is felt over time after the tournament, you may approach the individual fencer and communicate about reactions and expectations. Please thank all your referees at the completion of your pools and each DE bout. After you have had your 15 minutes of emotional release, it is time to support your club. iPods are not appropriate wear while watching teammates fence. The focus should be on the fencing. We learn a lot from watching and it shows respect towards the club and other fencers.
After a competition it is okay if you pack up and leave immediately after you are eliminated. This is much more commonly accepted at local competitions when you have scheduled multiple activities for one day. It is polite to thank tournament organizers and extend encouragement to teammates letting them know you have to leave and offer well wishes. Always let your coach know you are leaving. If you have not discussed your tournament performance with your coach let them know when you will be ready to talk and process what has happened. It is the fencer’s responsibility to communicate with the coach.
Parent Expectations for Tournament Participation
MSFC staff highly recommends parents visit the club periodically and attend a “Parent Education Night” to view fencing and educate themselves on the scoring system and tournament culture. Other parents within the club are often a great resource when just starting out.
Fencing is a unique sport in many ways and can be difficult for the parents to watch not only because they may not understand what is going on, but parents want for their kids to success. Sitting close to the strip and making a financial commitment to travel can make it difficult to keep emotional distance from their outcome.
Coaches do all they can to promote process outcomes while balancing the external goals to win or finish within a particular range. We hope parents will also take this same approach with discussing their experiences with their children.
Each family has different ways of communication during competition and dealing with competition stress, but in general here are some guidelines:
- Support your fencer with basic needs: water and food
- Defer answering touch questions to the coach or possibly another experienced fencer
- Use electronic devices (cell phone and texting) to communicate with a coach if you fencer is coming on strip to a DE bout
- Voice any concerns you have regarding a referee or coaching decisions to the coach, not your fencer
- Leave if you feel your emotions are getting out of control
Coaches Expectations for Tournament Participation
Coaching experiences vary considerably from the Basic Membership level to the Competitive Membership level. Coaching “interventions” at any level may be passive, active, verbal or non-verbal. They may be directed to the fencer, referee, bout committee, parent or surrounding team members. They may occur strip-side, before or after a bout, during the one-minute break or later, after a tournament in a group or individual lesson.
The coaches’ job is as much to train the body as it is the whole person and should be considered an art. It is with respect to each individual that based on each person’s goals and personal characteristics that the coach “make” or mold the fencer to become the best athlete they can given the coaches skills, experience level and knowledge of the sport the coach has obtained. Multiple factors influence the decision a coach makes in regards to coaching interactions. Some factors that may influence their decisions include: fencers’ attitude, mood, perceived stress, experience level, metal strength, patience, maturity, temperament or assessment of how a fencer has responded to past coaching experiences.
Please consult with the coach directly if you have questions or concerns regarding any coaching interaction.
Office Business
Membership Payments
Registration must occur online via www.midsouthfencersclub.org quarterly for classes. Membership forms can be downloaded from the website.
Payments may be made online by credit card on by cash or check on the first day of class or beginning of membership period. Checks must include the student’s name and class time. Cash payments must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the student’s name and class time written on the outside.
A $20 fee will be assessed for any returned checks.
Late Payments
A $20 late fee will be assessed for any membership dues paid after the 10th of each month. Thereafter, standing balance will accrue monthly at a rate of a 5%.
Class Satisfaction Policy
Full refunds will be offered if after the first day of class the student and/or parent decide fencing is not for them.
Withdrawal Policy
If for unforeseen reasons (injury, prolong sickness) a partial refund may be administered by request to the Business Manager. Refunds are made by company check, and returned in the mail.
Prorated Class Policy
Prorated classes can occur if permission is granted before registration and payment is made in full, and if there are spaces available.
Late entries to a class will only be accepted with permission by the instructor or coach.
Member Records
We do not sell or distribute your information.
Scholarships for MSFC Services
Scholarship funds will be available on a needs basis. They are only available for Developing and Competitive members that fall under financial adversity. The advisory board will determine the guidelines for funds disbursement. Any request for financial support currently needs to be made to Jennifer Oldham.
Change of Membership Status
Please notify staff of a change of circumstances would modify your ability to pay for services or receive services.
Termination of Membership
Termination must be in writing with 30 days notification before billing is stopped.
Club Governance
Administration
- Jennifer Oldham, Owner and Head Coach
- Jeffrey Kallion, Developing Members Coach
- Stephen Pashby, Foil Coach
Coach and Instructor List
- Jennifer Oldham
- Jeff Kallio
- Stephen Pashby
- Ned Light
- Jennifer Kling
Advisory Board
- Jennifer Oldham
- Jeff Kallio
- Stephen Pashby
- Ned Light
- James Dobbins
- David Minton
- Joey Lew (Athlete Representative)
- Jordan Benge (Athlete Representative)
- Ryder Darwin (Athlete Representative)
Appointment Support
Tournament Organizer
Parent Organization
- Kim Manturuk
- Sarah Kaufman
Appendix
Release of Liability
Liability and Financial Waiver: If I am injured while participating in the programs of the Mid-South Fencers’ Club (MSFC), (1) I and my family agree to waive any legal claim against the MSFC and those associated with the MSFC; (2) I give my permission for a duly authorized representative of the MSFC to provide medical/athletic training attention, transportation, and emergency medical care, as warranted. If injured while traveling to MSFC activities, whether by public, private, or other means of conveyance, I agree to waive legal claims against the MSFC.
By signing this waiver I agree to be financially responsible for the membership dues and any other fencing related expenses incurred to the Mid-South Fencers’ Club. Upon cancellation of membership, payment of all monthly dues for the billing cycle plus any other fencing related expenses incurred up to the date of cancellation is obligatory.
By signing this waiver, I swear that I am in good physical condition and I am aware of any disease or injury that would result in my being injured during any program participation as noted on this application form. If I am less than 18 years of age or a minor under the laws of my state of legal residence, my parent or guardian shall sign this release for me.
Consent to Use Photos and Likeness
In consideration for the opportunity to be a member of the Mid South Fencers’ Club, Inc. (which includes its officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, and any designees) ( “MSFC”) and to participate in the activities sponsored by MSFC (the “Activities”) and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby give MSFC the right, permission and my approval, with respect to photographs, film or videotape, and audio recordings that it has taken of me in connection with the Activities, and any other fencing activity engaged in by me:
To copyright the same in the MSFC’s name or any other name that it may choose;
To edit my appearance or recorded voice or other indicia of my identity as MSFC deems appropriate;
To use, re-use, publish, and re-publish the same in whole or in part, individually or in conjunction with other photographs or images, in any medium and for any purpose whatsoever, including (but not by way of limitation) illustration, promotion, advertising, and trade; and,
To use my name in connection therewith if the MSFC so chooses.
I hereby release and discharge MSFC from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of such photographs, film or videotape, or audio recordings, including but not limited to any claims for defamation or invasion of privacy.
I acknowledge that the MSFC has the discretion to use or not use the images or recordings.
I am of legal age or, in the alternative, this Release has been countersigned by my parent or legal guardian have read and fully understand the foregoing terms.
Club Membership Form
Form changes annually. Please check current form online.
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