COVID-19 & The Club FAQ

There are lots of things that are still unknown about COVID-19, but we do know that we want to create the lowest risk setting possible for our club members, campers and coaches. For our club and our camps we are following the guidance that was put out by the CDC, ACA and EH&E. We are also following the Return to Fencing Guidelines from USA Fencing.

Could Camp Be Cancelled (Again)?

Yes, that is always a possibility. Northern Virginia has to be in and maintain Phase Two or Three for summer camps to operate.

What are your sanitation protocols?

We will be cleaning and disinfecting the club before and after every camp and class.

• Archery campers will use the same bow and arrows during the camp day, and they will be disinfected at the end of camp. Archery campers will receive their own archery glove.

• Fencing Skills campers will be assigned their own uniform which will be cleaned at the end of the week.
Masks and weapons will be cleaned daily.

• Club members will provide their own uniforms, masks and gloves. Equipment is available for sale at the club store, if needed.

What are the Members Responsibilities?

Stay home if you are experiencing any Covid-19 symptoms.
Come to the club already dressed in freshly washed workout clothing.
Wash you uniform after every wearing. No uniforms may be left at the club.
Do not share equipment.
Wear a face mask even under your mask.
Bring your own water.
Wash your hands often.
Bring your own hand sanitizer and wipes for wiping down your own equipment.

Are there additional health screenings?

Yes. All campers will be asked to monitor and track their temperature and any COVD-19 symptoms 14 days prior to arrival to camp. We will be sending families a temperature tracking sheet that must be provided to camp staff at check-in.

We will also be doing a contactless temperature check and health screening on all campers, staff and members upon their arrival and 14 days prior to coming back to the club.

What else are you doing?

• All club members and campers are asked to keep a 6' distance from each other during camp and club. Do not gather together on the bleachers.

• Wear a face mask at all times.

• We are increasing the ventilation in our 5,000 ft. club by adding another fan and opening the doors.

• Once classes resume, club members will be enrolled in specific small classes, to limit their exposure to the entire membership.

What else should I do?

Self-Monitor and be symptom free for 14 days before returning to the club.
Stay home if you have had close contact with anyone who was sick or believed to have Covid-19.
Stay home if you don't feel well.
Wash or sanitize your hands often.
Avoid touching your face, eyes or mouth.
Practice social distancing.
Cough into your elbow.
Sign the Covid-19 waiver.