Durendal members also teach introductory fencing classes at the University of Wisconsin student union. Membership Benefits Everyone who joins Durendal receives a club patch and a membership card. They are also eligible to vote in club elections. Handouts on fencing techniques are given to members for free. The club secretary maintains a file of catalogs from equipment companies for members who wish to purchase their own equipment.
Some companies give our members a discount.
Safety Fencing is a very safe sport if certain precautions are taken. Safety is of the highest priority at Durendal. Each member receives a safety lecture upon joining the club. Members are allowed to fence only when they are wearing the proper safety equipment. Competition Many of our members attend state and regional tournaments.