Welcome to Dynamo Fencing Club
Dynamo Members make Canadian Fencing History in Montreal
Congratulations to team Canada who won its first ever major international medal in the men’s team epee event on Sunday with a third place finish at a World Cup competition at the Claude-Robillard Centre. Three of the team members are from Dynamo Fencing Club: Tigran Bajgoric, Igor Gantsevich and Victor Gantsevich (coach). Full article can be found at www.fencing.ca.
News & Up-Coming Events:
Spring 2010 Programs- Feb 26, 2010
New Kids and AdultsSpring Programs will be starting this April. Registration is now open and space is limited. For more information, please click on the class that interests you. NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME!
- lntroductory Kids (Ages 8 +) click here.
- lntroductory Youth (Ages 4 - 8) click here.
- Introductory Adults click here.
- Introductory Sabre -Kids and Adults click here.
- Intermediate Kids click here.
- Intermediate Kids Epee click here.
- Intermediate Adults click here.
2010 Spring Programs Feb 25 , 2010
The 2010 Introductory and Intermediate Spring Programs will be starting on April 6, 7, 8 and 10, 2010. More information and registration forms will be available at the end of this week. If you would like to reserve a spot in a class, please contact us by email.
Spring Break Camp Feb 25 , 2010
We will be running our Spring Break Camp from March 8 to 12, 2010. The camp will be driven towards intermediate and High Performance fencers. For more information and to register, please contact Igor Gantsevich.
Dynamo Youth Open #3 Feb 25 , 2010
Dynamo will be hosting our 3rd Youth Competition of the year on Sunday March 21, 2010. All events will be counted towards Youth Provincial Rankings. For more information and to register, click here.
Gantsevich 2nd at North American Cup Jan 31 , 2010
Congratulations to Igor Gantsevich on winning the Silver Medal at the past North American Cup in San Jose in Division 1 Men's Epee. He competed with over 260 fencers.
Winter 2010 Programs- Dec 1, 09
New Kids and Adults fall programs will be starting this winter. Registration is now open and space is limited. For more information, please click on the class that interests you. NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME.
- lntroductory Kids (Ages 8 +) click here.
- lntroductory Youth (Ages 5 - 8) click here.
- Introductory Adults click here.
- Introductory Sabre -Kids and Adults click here.
- Intermediate Kids click here.
- Intermediate Kids Epeeclick here.
- Intermediate Adults click here.
Youth Intermediate Winter Camp Dec 1, 2009
Dynamo will be hosting a Youth Intermediate Camp during the Winter Break from December 28 to 31, 2009. The camp will go from 9:00 am till 4:00 pm daily. On December 31, 2009 we will be finishing at noon. Registration forms and more info will be available shortly. If you are interested, please contact us at igor@dynamofencing.com.
Gantsevich and Bajgoric National Medalists Dec 1 , 2009
Congratulations to Igor Gantsevich on winning the Bronze medal this past weekend at the 2009 Senior Nationals. We would also like to congratulate the National Champion: Tigran Bajgoric (who is from Dynamo but is currenlty attending McGill while doing his masters degree and fencing under Brebuef in Montreal) on winning his 2nd consecutive national title. Congratulations to the both of them.
David Shorey Canadian Champion Nov 26 , 2009
Congratulations to David Shorey on winning the Canadian Selection Circuit in Cadet Men's Epee in Ottawa earlier today. Also, congratulations to Shaul Gordon (Currently in Montreal on an exchange program for 10 months and fencing for SRN this year) on winning the Cadet Men's Sabre event. Congratulations boys! For more information, please visit the C.F.F. website
2010 WInter Programs Nov 17 , 2009
The 2010 Winter Program will be starting in the 2nd week of January. If you would like to register for any particular class, please contact us at igor@dynamofencing.com. More information and Registration forms will be available shortly online. The club will remain in operation during the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
- Introductory Kids: Classes starting on January 7 & 9, 2010
- Introductory Kids (ages 4 - 7) starting on January 6, 2010
- Introductory Adults: Classes starting on January 7 & 9, 2010
- Inter. Kids & Adults: Classes starting on January 7 & 9, 2010
- Intro Sabre Kids & Adults: Classes starting on January 5, 2010
*Space is limited. To reserve a spot, please contact us via e-mail. Any intermediate kids that are interested in fencing on Tuesday evenings at the club, please let us know.
Dynamo Youth Open - #2 Nov 17 , 2009
Dynamo will be hosting our 2nd Youth Competition of the season on December 19, 2009. For more information and to register, click here.
Duel - Senior Event Nov 16 , 2009
Dynamo will be hosting the 4th annual Dynamo Duel - Senior Event on December 19 and 20, 2009. For more information and to register, click here.
Dynamo Youth Halloween Open Oct 20 , 2009
Dynamo will be hosting our first youth competition of the year this Halloween on October 31, 2009. For more information and regsitration, click here.
2009 Fall Programs - Late Registration Sept 10 , 2009
Space is still available in all of our programs. If you are registering late or for more information, give us a call at 778-862-8467.
Fall 2009 Programs- Aug 7, 09
New Kids and Adults fall programs will be starting in September. Registration is now open and space is limited. For more information, please click on the that interests you. We will be starting new classes this fall for: Introductory Youth ages 5 to 8, Intro & Inter Kids Epee and Introductory to Sabre. NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME.
- lntroductory Kids (Ages 8 +) click here.
- lntroductory Youth (Ages 5 - 8) click here.
- Introductory Adults click here.
- Introductory Sabre -Kids and Adults click here.
- Intermediate Kids click here.
- Intermediate Kids Epeeclick here.
- Intermediate Adults click here.
For a detailed fall program and class schedule click here.
2009 / 2010 Club Membership Registration Form click here.
2009 Fall Programs, Registration and Schedule Aug 7 , 2009
The 2009 / 2010 season is approaching really quickly. Once again Dynamo will be welcoming in new members of all ages and skill levels to join our programs. A detailed fall schedule with all class times and programs will be posted by the end of this week.
Canada Day Parade - Steveston Salmon Festival June 22 , 2009
Dynamo will be taking part in the Steveston Salmon Festival Parade on Canada Day once again this year (11th year). All club members and affiliates are welcome to take part in the parade. We will be meeting at Gary Point at 9:00 am sharp with all your fencing gear. If you have any questions, please contact Victor at 604-715-5621.
2009 Dynamo Summer Kids Camps Apr 26 , 2009
Dynamo, will once again be running half and full day summer kids camps. For more info and to register click here. If you have any questions or would like to reserve a spot, contact us at 778-862-8467.
- Week 1: July 13 to 17, 2009 (Half and Full Day)
- Week 2: July 27 to 31, 2009 (Half and Full Day)
- Week 3: August 10 to 14, 2009 (Half and Full Day)
- Week 4: August 17 to 21, 2009 (Half and Full Day)
Provincials a Huge Success at the Olympic Oval Apr 21 , 2009
Thank you to all of the parent volunteers and club members for the support of running this competition. For full results, click here. Dynamo fnished 1st in the medal count with 10 G, 13 S and 10 B Medals (the next club had 11 medals). Congratulations to everyone.
Jannelle Mackoff finishes 20th at Junior Wolrds Apr 21 , 2009
Congratulations to Jannelle Mackoff on finishing 20th at the Junior World Championships in Ireland. Jannelle was the only B.C. fencer to represent Canada at the Cadet / Junior World Championships and she had one of the top Canadian results.
High Performance Foil Workshop with Aida MohamedApr 6 , 2009
World Champion Aida Mohamed will be holding a 2 hour foil workshop at Dynamo on April 18 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Cost of the workshop is $40.00. For more information, please contact us at igor@dynamofencing.com.
2009 "OPEN" B.C. Provincials at Richmond Olympic Oval March 17 , 2009
Dynamo will be hosting and sponsoring the 2009 British Columbia Provincial Championships at the Richmond Olympic Oval on April 18 and 19, 2009. For more information and to register click here. Online registration available on www.askfred.net.
Kids & Adults Spring 2009Programs - Feb 27, 2009
New Kids and Adults programs will be starting in April. Registeration is now open and space is limited. For more information, please see below.
- lntroductory Kids Course click here.
- Introductory Adults Course click here.
- Intermediate Kids Course click here.
- Intermediate Adults Course click here.
2009 Spring Programs Feb 25 , 2009
New Spring Programs for beginner and intermediate fencers will be starting in the first week of April. Registration forms and more info will be posted on the website by Friday, February 25, 2009.
Dynamo Youth Open #2 Feb 25 , 2009
The second Youth Competition of the season will be held on March 15, 2009 at the club. For more info and to register, click here.
2009 Spring Break Kids Camp Feb 16 , 2009
The 2009 Kids Spring Break Camp at the Club will be from March 16 to 20, 2009. For more information and to register click here.
Congratulations to Jannelle MackoffFeb 16 , 2009
Congratulations to Jannelle Mackoff on being selected to represent Canada at the 2009 Cadet and Junior World Championships in Belfast, Ireland. Jannelle is currently nationaly ranked 1st in Cadet and 2nd in Junior Women's Epee. Good Luck Jannelle!
Wireless Internet at Dynamo Jan. 3 , 2009
We have just installed Free wireless internet at Dynamo. Please see Igor for the Password. Enjoy!!!
2009 Winter Programs Jan. 3 , 2009
Happy New Year! Space is still available for the 2009 Winter Programs. If you are planning on registering or for more information, please give us a call at 778-862-8467. Classes starting this week.
Club Closed from November 26 to 30, 2008 Nov. 26 , 2008
Dynamo will beclosed from November 26 to 30, 2008 due to Winter Nationals in Calgary. We will have all of our coaching staff present in Calgary and over 20 athletes competing. If you have any questions, contact us at 778-862-8467.
Congratulations Shoul Gordon Nov, 19, 2008
Congratulations to Shoul Gordon for finishing 2nd at the North American Cup Under 14 Boys Sabre in St Louis.
Dynamo Youth #1 - November 22 / 23, 2008 Oct. 11 , 2008
Dynamo will be hosting the first youth competition of the season on November 22 / 23, 2008. To register and for more information, click here.
Dynamo Members make Canadian Fencing History in Montreal
Congratulations to team Canada who won its first ever major international medal in the men’s team epee event on Sunday with a third place finish at a World Cup competition at the Claude-Robillard Centre. Three of the team members are from Dynamo Fencing Club: Tigran Bajgoric, Igor Gantsevich and Victor Gantsevich (coach). Full article can be found at www.fencing.ca.
Men's Epee Team Pan-American Champions July 15 , 2008
Congratulations to team Canada on winning their second consecutive Men's Epee Pan American Team Championships last weeked in Queretaro, Mexico. Two of the team members are from Dynamo Fencing Club: Tigran Bajgoric and Igor Gantsevich.
2008 National Championships a success June 29 , 2008
Congratulations to all of our athletes that competed in Montreal at the 2008 Summer Nationals.
Top Results:
Jannelle Mackoff- Cadet Womens Epee - GOLD
Jannelle Mackoff - Senior Womens Epee - Silver
Shoul Gordon- Y15 Mens Sabre- Silver
2008 Youth and Adult Summer Programs June 29 , 2008
Introductory and Intermediate summer program registration is now open. Space is still available. Please visit the summer programs page for more information.
Dynamo Youth Summer Camps May 10 , 2008
Dynamo will be running three full day weeks of youth summer camps. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Registration Form.
| Start Date | End Date | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 14, 2008 | July 18, 2008 | 9:00 - 4:00 pm | $265.00 |
| August 11, 2008 | August 15, 2008 | 9:00 - 4:00 pm | $265.00 |
| August 25, 2008 | August 29, 2008 | 9:00 - 4:00 pm | $265.00 |
2008 Okanagan Fencing Camp May 1 , 2008
The 5th annual Okanagan Camp will be two weeks long this summer. Space is limited. Click Here for more information.
July 20 to 26, 2008 - Development and Youth Camp
July 26 to Aug 3, 2008 - High Performance Camp
2008 Youth Provincials a Great Success April 22 , 2008
Congratulations to all of our young fencers that competed this past weekend at the Youth Provincials in Port Moody. Dynamo kids won 9 out of a possible 15 medals (3 Gold, 3 Silver and 3 Bronze).
Top Results:
J.P. Radelet - Y12 Mixed Epee - GOLD
Jonathan Hutchinson - Y12 Mixed Foil - GOLD
Mario Sirotic - Y14 Mixed Sabre - GOLD
Luc Radelet - Y12 Mixed Foil - SILVER
Ryan Wang - Y14 Mixed Sabre - SILVER
Jonathan Hutchinson - Y14 Mixed Epee - SILVER
Dylan French - Y12 Mixed Foil - BRONZE
Crystal Tong - Y14 Mixed Epee - BRONZE
Jonathan Hutchinson - Y14 Mixed Foil - BRONZE
2008 Cadet / Junior World Championships Mar 25 , 2008
Congratulations to Victor Gantsevich on being named this years Junior National Team Head Coach for next months Junior World Championships. Also, Congratulations to Igor Gantsevich on being selected to the Junior Men's Epee Team. Good Luck!
2008 Spring Program Registration Feb 13, 2008
Introductory and Intermediate Spring program registration is now open. For more information visit the program page
Tigran Bajgoric Finals at North American Cup Jan. 24, 2008
Congratulations to Tigran Bajgoric for his top 8 finish in Atlanta this past weekend at the North American Cup. Over 270 fencers competed in the Division One Men's Epee Event. Igor Gantsevich, finished 17th in Division One.
Gantsevich Finals at North American Cup in Dallas Nov. 15, 2007
Four athletes and two coaches went to Dallas from the club. Spencer Simon finished with the top cadet results, finishing 24th in Cadet Men's Epee; while Igor Gantsevich had the top Canadian result in Junior Men's Epee, fnishing 7th out of 260 fencers.
2008 Introductory and Intermediate Winter Programs November 7 , 2007
Introductory and Intermediate Winter program registration is now open. For more information visit the program page.
Beginner and Intermediate Programs September 1, 2007
- Beginner and Intermediate programs starting in September. For more information click here.
2007 / 2008 Club Membership September 1, 2007
- 2007 / 2008 membership information click here.
Tigran Bajgoric Wins Gold in Montreal August 31, 2007
-Congratulations to Tigran Bajgoric on becoming the Pan American Team Champion. This is the first step to qualify for the Beijing Olympics. For full Team Canada results click here.
Monica Pinette wins Gold at the Pan American Games July 26, 2007
-Congratulations to Monica Pinette finishing 2nd at the 2007 Pan Am Games in Rio and with it, a spot on the 2008 Olympic Team to Beijing.
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The Dynamo Fencing Club, located just outside Vancouver, in British Columbia, is primarily committed to high performance fencing in all three weapons. Our head coach Maitre Victor Gantsevich has coached national teams in the former USSR, Ukraine and Israel. Over the last five years the club has produced four Canadian National Team members, three Modern Pentathlon National Team members (one of whom, Monica Pinette, represented Canada at the Athens Olympics), a North American Cup winner, several National medalists in senior, junior and cadet divisions, several Western Canadian champions and medalists, and numerous Provincial champions and medal winners.
Apart from our competitive program, Dynamo Fencing is a great environment for recreational fencers of all ages and skill levels in all three weapons.
In collaboration with Sea Island Elementary and White Rock Leisure Services, Dynamo offers a variety of beginner and intermediate fencing classes for all ages in Vancouver, Richmond and White Rock.
We are now also proud to announce that Mikhail Krasnich, one of the most decorated sabre fencing veterans in the British Columbia's history, has joined Dynamo's coaching staff and we are very excited about our young core of sabre fencers.
Come check us out! Drop-ins are always welcome and basic equipment is provided. The club also has a variety of new and used fencing equipment for sale for those who are interested.
OUR NEW FACILITY IS NOW OPEN! COME CHECK OUT THE ONLY FULL TIME FENCING FACILITY IN BRITISH COLUMBIA! FOR CLASS SCHEDULES AND MORE INFORMATION CONTACT WEBMASTER@DYNAMOFENCING.COM
