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  1. 09-04-2005 10:04 PM #1
    hughesk1957
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    Hello from Illinois

    Hello Everyone. I have recently started teaching beginning fencing classes in Springfield, IL. There is nothing here, although there are a few other fencing organizations within an hour or so drive... I am also starting a fencing club with some other experienced fencers in the area. I fenced when I was in college and was President of the Fencing Cllub at NIU for a few years back in the late 70's. Am enjoying the sport, the social interaction, and the inter-generational sharing that I am finding with fencing at this point. I am looking forward to this forum as well.
  2. 09-05-2005 02:39 AM #2
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    Hello Hughesk1957. Wellcome to the forum.
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  3. 09-05-2005 03:01 AM #3
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    Thank you!
  4. 09-07-2005 09:45 PM #4
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    Welcome to the board - sounds like you're bringing a good amount of experience with you!
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  5. 09-08-2005 06:24 AM #5
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    Hello! Welcome! Its great to have you here!!!
  6. 09-15-2005 11:11 AM #6
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    my sister lives in crystal lake illinois!

    welcome to the forum btw, im new too
    RESULTS OF LAST COMP/EVENT: SSC Pairs Evening (Foil) - our pair won!!
    NEXT FENCING COMP/EVENT: Second weapon training weekend (Sabre for me as a 3rd weapon!) for PSFC (11th & 12th March)
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  7. 10-04-2005 09:07 PM #7
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    Hello!!
    I live in Springfield, IL, and I'm kinda interested about learning fencing! Are you still teaching here? If so, can you email me or reply my message? Thanks!!
  8. 10-07-2005 08:24 PM #8
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    Thank you! One really cool thing is I have just gotten back in touch with my former fencing teacher/coach from NIU. He is still fencing/coaching, and is ranked 22nd in the Veteran's catagory!
  9. 10-07-2005 08:25 PM #9
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    Springfield classes

    Quote Originally Posted by LuisaGuidoux
    Hello!!
    I live in Springfield, IL, and I'm kinda interested about learning fencing! Are you still teaching here? If so, can you email me or reply my message? Thanks!!
    Hi Lisa - I hope you can make it Saturday morning! Let me know if there is anything more you need...
  10. 10-07-2005 08:29 PM #10
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    Hey Mad Fencer

    Quote Originally Posted by madfencer
    my sister lives in crystal lake illinois!

    welcome to the forum btw, im new too
    You sound like you are having a WONDERFUL time fencing! Congrats on your last tourney! Is your sister a fencer as well? There are lots of opportunities to fence up that way. Are you from UK, and she's here for a while/for good? And if so, have you visited the States yet?
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    Thank you...

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    Hello! Welcome! Its great to have you here!!!
    Thank you Melihop - I truly appreciate the friendly reception I have gotten here.
  12. 10-13-2005 07:56 AM #12
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    Quote Originally Posted by hughesk1957
    You sound like you are having a WONDERFUL time fencing! Congrats on your last tourney! Is your sister a fencer as well? There are lots of opportunities to fence up that way. Are you from UK, and she's here for a while/for good? And if so, have you visited the States yet?
    oh yes i love fencing!!! have been fencing for 5 yrs now and my dad used to fence too

    no my sister does not fence unfortunately...dont thnk shes got the time to be honest...hectic work and she has too look after her son as she has jst had a divorce.

    yea im frm the UK i live in guernsey, channel islands. yea i went to see my sister when i was 10 but thats the only time ive been to the states.
    RESULTS OF LAST COMP/EVENT: SSC Pairs Evening (Foil) - our pair won!!
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    Welcome Hugh! Anytime you are in the area, drop by the Illinois Fencers Club.


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  14. 10-16-2005 03:45 PM #14
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    wow!

    That sounds exciting! Good luck to you! I am looking to start a club, myself. In MN, however, and without the recent experience such as you. Any advice you can toss this way? I'd really appreciate it.
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