A CLEAR PATH FROM FIRST LESSON TO COMPETITION
01
TRY
Start with a trial class, learn the basics, and get a feel for the sport.
02
TRAIN
Build skill and confidence with experienced coaching and a supportive team.
03
COMPETE
Develop tactics, test yourself, and pursue regional or national goals.
PROGRAMS FOR EVERY STAGE
START WHERE YOU ARE. GROW FROM THERE.
BFA groups classes by age and experience so every fencer has a clear place to begin.
Ages 5–7
SUPER YOUTH FENCING
A playful, energetic introduction built around age-appropriate games, coordination, focus, and key movement skills.
Foundational training, expanded technique, tactical development, footwork, blade control, and light bouting in a supportive setting.
BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE FOIL
Ages 8–12
A dynamic class for all skill levels focused on solid fundamentals, tactical thinking, timing, and hands-on sparring.
Ages 13+
TEEN / ADULT ÉPÉE
WHAT MEMBERS SAY
A CLUB WHERE PEOPLE WANT TO KEEP FENCING
“It’s a fun, family-friendly place. Highly recommended for anyone, at any age or athletic level.”
Wesley B.
“My 11-year-old son was thrilled to learn from a facility founded by Olympic fencing experts.”
Taren B.
“The coaches are amazing and the members are a community. It is a wonderful club to be a part of.”
Jenn V.
YOUR FIRST LESSON STARTS HERE
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Olympic and NCAA fencing instruction for ages 5 through adult at our Hoover academy and Levite JCC annex.
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