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The club was formed in 1913, and is the oldest continually operating fencing club in Australia. We operate from the gymnasium at North Sydney Girls High School in Crows Nest.
The club’s membership has included many State and Australian champions, and has been the centre for State and National training squads, competitions and camps.
We welcome fencers of all abilities from beginners to advanced. The club offers classes in foil for beginners of all ages, individual coaching in foil, as well as social fencing.
Club memberships for 2025
You can now pay your club membership for 2025.
Membership fees for 2025 can be paid now. The club uses your membership fee to pay for the Club venue and insurance for our members.
News
Keep up to date with what is happening at the club and upcoming events
Training
We provide a variety of training sessions for fencers from beginners to advanced
Membership
Memberships for 2022 are now due. See here to find out more.
News
74th Nils Saksen Mixed Handicap Foil – Saturday, 13 December 2025
Club members of all ages and standards are invited to compete in the annual Nils Saksen Mixed Handicap Foil. Fencing will be electric with score handicaps against the more competent fencers. Prizes awarded to the top 6 finalists. All competitors must have their own equipment. Schedule Arrival – 8:30am for 9:00am roll callPresident’s address -…
Learn to Fence Foil – Adult’s Beginners Class
The next beginner class will commence on Tuesday 14 October 2025. This is a great way to learn with your friends, along with other adults who have never fenced before. Duration: Beginners course runs for a minimum duration of 12 weeks. Lesson are 60 mins Lesson cost: $200 (payable to the coach) When: Tuesday 6:30pm…
Learn to Fence Foil – Children’s Beginners Class
The next children’s beginner class will commence Term 4, 11:00am, Saturday 11 October, 2025 This is a great way to learn with your friends, along with other people who have never fenced before. Duration: Beginners course runs for a minimum duration of 10 weeks. Lesson are 60 mins Lesson cost: $200 (payable to the coach)…
The Swords Club Notice of 2025 AGM – Saturday 20 September 2025, 3pm
Dear TSC members, and friends, 2025 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given of the 2025 Annual General Meeting of The Swords Club to be held at North Sydney Girls High hall on Saturday 20 September 2025, 3pm. All members are invited to attend. AGENDA 1. Apologies2. Minutes of previous Annual General Meeting3. Business Arising4.…
The Swords Club 