Where and When – SportsDock

• SportsDock is our home base at the superb University of East London (UEL) recreation centre at the end of Royal Albert Way right next to the famous Royal Albert Dock in East London.

• 11 minutes drive from the north portal of Blackwall Tunnel
• 5 minutes from the A13 junction with the North Circular Road 
• Six bus routes  101, 262, 366, 376, 474, 678 pass the door or nearby
• 5 minutes walk from Cyprus DLR station (walk through the university), 3 minutes from Galleon’s Reach DLR, crossing a busy road.
• DLR Interchange to all parts of London, suburbs and main stations from Stratford station.

Click here for the TFL Journey Planner

The roundabout outside is quite large with several exits. Take the one AFTER the Woolwich Ferry exit. It is a narrow, single lane exit called University Way. Pass under the DLR and the entrance is then to the right, back under the DLR.

Press the button to request the barrier to be raised. During competitions you may be directed to the main car park inside the University. Parking is free.

Our official address is –
SportsDock at UEL,
University of East London,
Docklands Campus,
4-6 University Way,
London E16 2RD

• Wednesdays 8.00 – 10.00pm: Advanced fencing (Invite only)
• Wednesday 8.00 – 9.30pm: Adults Class
• Thursday 5.00 – 7.00pm: Primary School Age Children
• Thursdays 7.00 – 9.00pm: All Ages
• Fridays 7.00 – 9.00pm: All Ages

You can check dates on the Club Calendar as other events at SportsDock can cause changes

Adults Learn to Fence at our Wednesday SportsDock Adults Club

It is never too late to learn fencing. It is a sport for all ages and great for ‘legs, bums and tums’!
All fencing equipment provided and can be hired

Our Classes

We have a number of different classes at SportsDock from beginners through to experienced and serious competitors

• Primary School ages, 1 session per week on Wednesdays
• Other ages up to 18 with 1, 2 or 3 sessions per week
• Over 18 still in full time education – 1-3 sessions per week
• Over 18 Competitive adults (at work) – 1-3 sessions per week
• Advanced competitive group – Working with Pierre – All ages 2-3 sessions per week
• Adult Beginners – Wednesdays only

For our latest fees please see our Club Fees page

You can join the SportsDock club by completing the registration form. Linda will get in touch with you to discuss the best class for you to join