Kids Fencing: A Safe & Fun Sport

Fencing is a safe and fun individual sport that is wonderful for all ages and all athletic abilities. Fencing encourages self-esteem, aids in the development of self-confidence, and promotes physical fitness. Fencing is also a great activity for developing general athletic skills including; hand to eye coordination, speed and agility.

For fencers over the age of 9 who complete this program and who are interested in competition we offer Competitive Programs.

The Kids Programs are ongoing throughout the season, with rolling enrollment.


Kids Programs: Ages 7 to 9

Kids Sabre and Kids Foil are an ongoing introduction to the Olympic sport of Sabre fencing. In this program students learn proper stance, basic footwork, blade work, and beginning tactics. Exercises and games that strengthen the body and improve speed and mobility are a large part of this program. Students are introduced to the rules, etiquette and formality of the sport. Fencing uniforms and equipment are introduced and provided for the duration of this program.
  • Kids Sabre: Eight Week Terms*
    This program meets twice per week (60 minute classes)
  • Prerequisite: NONE
  • What to wear: Sweatpants, sneakers and a loose t-shirt
  • What to bring: A full water bottle
  • Limited to: 12 students
  • Cost: $185 per Term* plus Annual $50 USFA Membership
    Uniforms and equipment are provided for the duration of the program
Kids Sabre:
KSB1 Ages 7 to 9  

Tuesday   4:30 pm to 5:30 pm AND

Friday      4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

  • Kids Foil: Eight Week Terms*
    This program meets twice per week (60 minute classes)
  • Prerequisite: NONE
  • What to wear: Sweatpants, sneakers and a loose t-shirt
  • What to bring: A full water bottle
  • Limited to: 12 students
  • Cost: $185 per Term* plus Annual $50 USFA Membership
    Uniforms and equipment are provided for the duration of the program
   

Kids Foil:
KFB1 Ages 7 to 9  

Monday    4:30 pm to 5:30 pm AND

Thursday   4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

 

 

 

 

*Terms are eight weeks long and there are six terms per season.

   Sept/Oct, Nov/Dec, Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/June, & Jul/Aug

 

FREE - USFA Parent Guide to Fencing:
for Parents & Fencers

The USFA Parent Guide to Fencing is available FREE as a pdf file to download. (Adobe Acrobat required & available here.)

This 21 page guide was prepared by the Co-Chairs of USFA Parent Committee to provide clarity and current information. Their combined "fencing life" of over thirty years reflects an array of experiences in the sport. (See partial table of contents listing at right.)

This guide was created to help parents navigate the competitive aspects of fencing, whether local, regional or national and try to avoid pitfalls.

Download your FREE copy here!

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