Schedule

Coaches

Locations

PROGRAMS

THE RIGHT CLASS FOR EVERY FENCER.

From first movement games to regional and national competition, BFA provides a clear next step for ages 5 through adult.

Start with a $45 Trial

CHOOSE BY AGE AND GOAL

SIX WAYS TO TRAIN WITH BFA

Compare age, focus, schedule, location, and athlete support to find the right fit.

AGES 5–7

SUPER YOUTH FENCING

A playful, energetic introduction built around age-appropriate games, coordination, focus, and key movement skills.

FOCUS

Movement + fencing fundamentals

WEEKLY CLASS

Friday · 5:00–5:50 PM

Super Youth Fencing (Age 5-7)

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AGES 8–12

BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE FOIL

Young Birmingham Fencing Academy student practicing foil

Foundational training, expanded technique, tactical development, footwork, blade control, and light bouting in a supportive setting.

FOCUS

Foil · fundamentals to light bouting

WEEKLY CLASS

Monday + Wednesday · 5:00–6:30 PM

Intro Package - Beginner Youth Program (lessons and classes included)

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AGES 8+

YOUTH & ADULT ÉPÉE (ANNEX SITE)

Twice-weekly BFA instruction at the Levite JCC: youth ages 8–12 train from 3:45–5:00 PM, followed by teens and adults ages 13+ from 5:15–7:00 PM. Equipment is provided for beginners. Registration is $250 monthly or $950 for four months.

Birmingham Fencing Academy training at the Levite JCC

FOCUS

Épée · beginner-friendly fundamentals

BI-WEEKLY CLASS

Tuesday + Thursday:
U13: 3:45–5:00 PM
13+: 5:15–7:00 PM

JCC Afterschool Fencing Monthly

JCC Afterschool Fencing 4 months (discount)

JCC Teen/Adult Fencing Classes

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AGES 13+

Birmingham Fencing Academy teen and adult épée class

TEEN / ADULT ÉPÉE

A dynamic class for all skill levels focused on solid fundamentals, tactical thinking, timing, and hands-on sparring.

FOCUS

Épée · beginner to experienced

WEEKLY CLASS

Monday + Wednesday · 6:30–8:30 PM

Intro Package - Beginner Teen/Adult Program

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EXPERIENCED FENCERS

COMPETITIVE FOIL

Advanced technique, tactical strategy, bout analysis, intensive footwork, and regular sparring for committed competitors.

FOCUS

Foil · regional + national competition

WEEKLY CLASS

Tuesday + Thursday · 5:00–7:00 PM

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EXPERIENCED FENCERS

OPEN BOUTING MEMBERSHIP

College-age fencers training at Birmingham Fencing Academy

Current local and national college fencers can use BFA’s $80-per-month Open Bouting Membership for access to open practice, the armory, rental equipment, and member pricing for private lessons and group classes. BFA supports college athletes but does not operate a college team or collegiate program.

FOCUS

Open practice + member-rate training

OPEN BOUTING MEMBERSHIP

$80 per month

BFC Open Bouting Membership

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Fencing Birthday Party

NOT SURE WHICH CLASS?

BEGIN WITH THE ONBOARDING TRIAL.

Onboarding/Trial Fencing Lesson (New students only)

Meet a coach, learn the basics, and get a direct recommendation for the best BFA program.

Book the $45 Trial

YOUR FIRST LESSON STARTS HERE

READY TO PICK UP A BLADE?

Book a $45 Trial

Birmingham
Fencing Academy

Olympic and NCAA fencing instruction for ages 5 through adult at our Hoover academy and Levite JCC annex.

Foil & Épée · Hoover + Birmingham, Alabama

THE RIGHT CLASS FOR EVERY FENCER.

SIX WAYS TO TRAIN WITH BFA

SUPER YOUTH FENCING

Super Youth Fencing (Age 5-7)

BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE FOIL

Intro Package - Beginner Youth Program (lessons and classes included)

YOUTH & ADULT ÉPÉE (ANNEX SITE)

JCC Afterschool Fencing Monthly

JCC Afterschool Fencing 4 months (discount)

JCC Teen/Adult Fencing Classes

TEEN / ADULT ÉPÉE

Intro Package - Beginner Teen/Adult Program

COMPETITIVE FOIL

OPEN BOUTING MEMBERSHIP

BFC Open Bouting Membership

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Fencing Birthday Party

BEGIN WITH THE ONBOARDING TRIAL.

Onboarding/Trial Fencing Lesson (New students only)

READY TO PICK UP A BLADE?

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