TRAINING TIMES AND VENUES
We train every Monday evening, at the Church Hall in Summertown
(click here to see a map).
Note we are in the Upper Hall, and it's on the second road on the right north
from the Summertown shops on Banbury Road (note - the church itself is on the
first road on the right). It's less than 10 minute bus ride from Oxford town centre, and there is a
small carpark for drivers, but it's difficult to find parking so if you can park
elsewhere that's ideal.
Beginners: 7.30-8.30. £22 (£20 concessions) for a four
week course. Courses start the first Monday of every month.
Advanced: 8.30-9.30. £6 (£5 concessions) per class.
Sign up for Beginners Course: pay here
by credit card using paypal, reserve a space by emailing me
or just come
along to the class. (To be sure of a place on the Beginner course it's advisable
to book, but you are welcome to just show up if it's more convenient. )
Currently the classes are only open to adults (over 18s) and
are suitable for people of any age, so long as you are able to carry out mild
exercise. Depending on ability and fitness it is possible to work out at a high
level throughout, or very gently, and the techniques are adaptable to take into
account many personal limitations. If in doubt, please consult your GP before
coming along.
Anyone wishing to start Savate training, who has not
practiced Savate before with a GBSF club, is required to attend the four week
introductory beginners course. On this course you will learn all the allowed
kick and punch techniques, stance and many defensive moves. Students on this
course are automatically insured.
Once you have completed the beginner course you will be
welcome in the advanced classes on a drop-in basis.
To attend the advanced classes you MUST purchase your own
insurance (through the instructor, forms can be downloaded
here) at a cost of £16 for one year. You are welcome to email me the
form and
pay here by credit card using paypal:
You would also be encouraged to buy your own gloves
and shinpads (see Kit). People attending the advanced sessions are welcome to
come along to the beginners beforehand for no extra charge.
Dress: Normal gym gear is suitable, something
comfortable but not too loose-fitting. Shoes should be flat, with soles that are
not too sharp or very ridged. The club has boxing gloves to borrow, but if you
have your own boxing gloves, shinpads or a mouthguard (for advanced) bring them
along. All jewellery must be removed for safety reasons, and piercings covered
over by a plaster or similar.
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