York Fencing Club's beginners' class will start at Archbishop Holgate School gymnasium on Wednesday, September 11.

More than 20 hopefuls have registered for the course run by British Fencing Association-qualified coach Richard Goodwin. The course costs £50 and will be held until Christmas each Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm.

The YFC regulars, meanwhile, open their club sessions on September 4 at the same venue in preparation for the Merlin League epe/foil competition.

For details of how to join YFC ring 0113 2688825 or visit the website on www.yorkfencingclub.cwc.net

Updated: 11:56 Wednesday, August 28, 2002