About the club
More than 100 years of fencing in Leiden
People in Leiden have been learning to fence at A.E.W. since 1924, making it one of the oldest sports associations in the city.
The club
Anyone aged 6 and over is welcome to learn fencing with us, regardless of age or experience. For training purposes, we use these age groups:
- Younger juniors (up to 12 years)
- Older juniors (13 to 17 years)
- Seniors (18 years and older)
Our youngest member is seven, our oldest is eighty. Training sessions are led by certified trainers, and you fence with foil, epee or sabre of your choice, electric or non-electric.
1924
One of the oldest sports clubs in Leiden.
3 weapons
Foil, epee and sabre under one roof.
6-80 yrs
For every age, from beginner to advanced.
Competitions
Recreational or competitive, national and international.