NAFC's Season Starter
Y8 Mixed Epee
L. English, 1st A. Shinholster, 2nd
Y12 Mixed Epee
M. Shinholster, 1st
T. Vernachio, 2nd
H. Wade, 3rd E. Steel, 3rd M. Hudson, 5th A. Shinholster, 6th L. English, 7th
Y14 Mixed Epee D. Bohannon, 1st M. Shinholster, 2nd J. Gonzalez, 3rd T. Vernachio, 3rd D. Betor, 5th
Div III Epee P. Williams, 1st K. Ellington, 3rd R. Wade, 3rd
Open Epee R. Wade, 9th D. Bohannon, 16th
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FROM THE COACH
"Fall down seven times, stand up eight." - Japanese Proverb
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Ethan Willams
As president of KSU's Fencing Owl's team, Ethan spends a lot of time with his head in the game. His first experience fencing was at Smyrna Community Center, but it was only until he saw a flyer at Kennesaw State that he perused his interest in the sport.
On September 26th, Ethan competed in a Regional Open Circuit in Fredericksberg, Virginia. "I personally thoroughly enjoyed the tournament, and feel like I learned much from it. This tournament was my first regional event, as well as the largest event in which I've competed. This initially made me very nervous. Once pools were assigned and I knew where I needed to be, I felt much more relaxed and at ease. I felt like my pools flew bye, and before I knew it I was in DEs. After I lost my DE, I was initially upset and very flustered, but that soon subsided as I watched in support of my fellow teammate, Mason Callahan."
Ethan's goals for the rest of the season include getting a rating, consistently making it past the first Direct Elimination round, and becoming a better strip coach and spectator for his team.
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NAFC Travels!
Send us pictures from the road in your NAFC gear!
The Furnish boys, Ty and Tad, visited the Patton Museum in Fort Knox, KY. Here they are pictured in front of the one of Patton's fencing uniforms. Did you know he fenced at West Point and in the 1912 Olympics?
Eric Underwood rocks his NAFC jacket at Candlestick Park in San Francisco this July.
Do you have a shot of your fencer in action? A great candid shot? Or do you have a group photo you want to share from a LivingSocial or Groupon offer? Click here to have your photos posted on the NAFC website and Facebook page! |
NAFC Y14 competitors enjoy some foosball after the AFC Kick-Off Tournament.
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Get in a workout using NAFC's equipment!
Our workout area offers gear for your use. Equipment includes a treadmill, jump ropes, resistance bands, stability ball, hand-held weights, and a weight bench. Boxing gear includes heavy bag, speed bag, reflex bag, duck & roll bag, and boxing gloves.
$15 per month, come as often as you like!
Participants will be issued a NAFC membership card. Use of the Workout Area during all business days and hours. Excludes use of fencing equipment and strips.Appropriate workout clothing and footwear required. Ages 15 & up (Children ages 15 - 17 must have signed parental permission.)
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Lost & Found
Missing a water bottle, jacket, or anything else? Make sure you check our lost and found. Any items left for more than 30 days will be thrown away or donated. |
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US!
Experience the fun and excitement of the art of swordplay on your special day! For ages 8 and up, this is a fun and unique way to celebrate a birthday.
NAFC will provide: * All necessary fencing gear * Paper goods: napkins, cups, plates and tablecloths * Certified, experienced coaches to lead the activities and supervise the fencing * One FREE fencing class coupon for all participants - to be redeemed at a later time * A FREE t-shirt for the birthday boy/girl (please indicate size needed when booking party)More details and order forms can be found here.
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Calling all spartans, ninjas, knights, muskateers,
samurai, jedi and warriors of all types, NAFC wants YOU!
No matter what type of warrior you are,
fencing is the perfect outlet for your strength and stealth!
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Happy Birthday, NAFC!
September 27th marked the one-year anniversary of North Atlanta Fencing Center. We have come such a long way from a small, recreational program and we could not be more proud of all we have accomplished. Our goal is always to provide the best education and training for our students. Thank you all for your constant support and encouragement. We look forward to fencing with you all for years to come!
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Friday, October 4th, join us for our monthly Pot Luck Fundraiser
MEET, EAT, DEFEAT!
Mark your calendars to join us on Friday, October4th, starting at 6 p.m. This Friday's main dish is Chili, provided by the Furnish Family! Please bring a side dish, appetizer, or desert to share. Cost is $5 per person, or $20 for the family.
Help support the gym by providing a main entree one Friday out of the year! Please sign up in the gym and we'll send you a reminder a week before. Meal needs to feed 20-25 people. Proceeds go to necessary expenses around the gym.
November 1st: Aspy family - Turkey Dinner
December 6th: Holiday Party!
Thank you for your support!
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You Need A FREE Massage!
On Friday October 4th, come for Meet, Eat, Defeat, and then have a chair massage courtesy of Lisa Aspy, certified massage therapist. Lisa is the founder of Sundance Massage Center. She will be bringing her massage chair and offering head, neck, shoulder and back massages free of charge! Don't miss this opportunity to have that trouble spot worked on and talk with Lisa about how massage can benefit you!
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Name:
William Collins
Age: 11
School: St. Catherine of Siena How long have you been fencing? Four weeks. I started this summer at the beginner's camp.
What made you interested in fencing? I just wanted to try it out. I had seen it a little in the movies. I wanted to do it better than how they did it in the movies!
What is the hardest thing to learn about fencing?
Footwork. I love the reflex drills, though.
How does fencing compare to other sports you have participated in?
I've done soccer in the past, but not anymore. It's so much less running!
What is one cool fact about yourself?
I play the drums and I like to swim. Video games are my favorite thing to do other than fencing.
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NEW NAFC Merchandise
Let us know what catches your eye!
It's time to have some new NAFC swag, don't you think? We're a year old and new shirts, sweatshirts, hats, are due! What design, color, item do you like? What catches your eye? Or do you have some suggestions for us? We've already heard from some who gave us great suggestions - please feel free to give us yours. Go to our FaceBook page and leave a comment for us!
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Don't forget to get some extra practice time in, especially with this competition season under way!
MONDAY - SATURDAY
Open Strip Time:
Monday - Friday: 7:30 - 10 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Online Membership Account
Start a new account on the right side of the login screen to establish your account. Pay for membership or special events, and schedule individual lessons all at your convenience!
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UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS
For more events, check
askfred.net. Georgia division tournaments can be found here. We have also made a suggested list of youth tournaments that can be found here.
The Reaper's Riposte
Unsanctioned/Unrated
beginner's tournament
(Y12 Epee, Open Epee, and Open Saber events)
Hosted by NAFC on October 18, 6 p.m. Sign up is at the front desk of NAFC or online.
$20 per event
Crescent City Open (ROC)
(Div I, Div II, Vet, Wheelchair, and Y14 events) Hosted in New Orleans, LA on Oct. 26-27th Pre-Registration Opens April 1, thru Sept 30, 2013 /$45 registration fee.
Halloween Open
(Div II epee, Div II foil and Open epee, foil, and saber events) Hosted by Georgia Southern University Oct. 26-27th
The Tiger Open
(D&Under and open events in epee, foil, and saber)
Hosted by Clemson University
November 1 - 2
First event is $35, additional events are $25
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STEP UP YOUR GAME!
Individual/Private Lessons & Packages*:
Would you like more coaching to help step up your game? NAFC has private instruction packages!
CHOOSE FROM:
Individual/Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction with any of our coaches in any of the three weapons.
$25 for a 20 minute session, pay as you go.
Package Option 1:
Four 20 min. session:
$20 ea., ($72 for the 4 sessions)
Package Option 2:
Eight 20 min. sessions:
$18 ea. ($136 for the 8 sessions) To book either of these packages,
*Packages must be used within a month of purchase date.
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Build strength, physical stamina, and cardio vascular endurance while improving your reaction time. This fun and fast paced program utilizes the speed, heavy, duck & roll and reflex bag along with a variety of drills.
$25 per month, class meets 2x per week
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages 8 & up. Equipment provided.
Click here to register!
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