Our Classes
Beginners Class
We hold classes sessions for Beginners twice a year, in September-November and March-May. We welcome everyone from 10 years old through adults. You’ll learn how to move on the strip, how to attack and defend yourself, and some basic strategy. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to fence on the piste! Each class meets for an hour once per week, for a ten-week session. All special fencing equipment that you’ll need is provided.
Our next set of classes is starting soon, in mid-September! Email centralarkansasfencing@gmail.com for more information.
Fill out the form below to get your name on the list for future classes.
Continuing Fencing Class
In the Fall and Spring, we’ll hold weekly meetings for anyone who’s learned the basics of fencing. These drills and exercises focus on physical fitness, continued skill development, and bouting strategy.
Fall Continuing Fencing classes starting soon!
Individual Lessons
Our coaches offer individual lessons for club members by request, as time permits. Ask Coach Benjamin or Coach Jon if you are interested in lessons in foil; talk to Coach Harry about sabre lessons.
Open Fencing
Why do we do drills and take lessons? So that we can fence! Open fencing is also a great way to improve your skills. While we have classes going on Tuesdays, the strips are open for fencing on Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 pm. During the summer and winter (when there are no classes going on), open fencing is on both Tuesday and Thursdays. We have also recently had fencing sessions on Mondays. Email centralarkansasfencing@gmail.com for information on the current schedule.
Put your name on the list for the upcoming classes.
We are now collecting names of people interested in our next set of classes. Get your name on the mailing list and receive updates by filling out this form. The information goes to a Google spreadsheet with limited access, and it will be used only for communication about the upcoming class, not for any other purpose. (This is only for mass mailings; if you need an immediate response email centralarkansasfencing@gmail.com.)
Although children can differ widely in intellectual and physical development, we recommend that all students be at least 10 years old before beginning our classes. They are not designed for younger children, and fencing requires both attention and physical strength and coordination.