“DISCOVER YOUR INNER CHAMPION!”
FOR CHILDREN: AGES 7 - 9
YOUNG BLADES
For the youngest students, no starter course is necessary since we introduce a very basic understanding of body stances, footwork, and bladework using high-tech plastic foils with buzzers in the tips and special masks. These young fencers can practice and put it all together – without a lot of extra equipment and training during 10 mins of stretch and 35 min classes that prepare them for the next level at age 10. Start anytime!
FOR YOUTH: AGES 9.5 - 12
YOUTH FENCING
For the younger students, we make real progress by building upon the fundamental techniques introduced in the Starter Course, developing solid movement skills, and becoming familiar with the terms, rules, and structure of the Modern Fencing experience. Solid growth comes from training during regular class and application in regular sparring.
FOR TEENS & ADULTS: AGES 13 - UP
TEEN / ADULT FENCING
For the older student, skills are strengthened and knowledge expanded with regular group classes and weekly sparring. Once the Starter Course has been completed, you will solidify fencing concepts, hone reaction times, and drive towards entering local and regional competitions. Whether beginner or advanced, regular practice and drilling engenders serious results as you improve and stretch towards personal fencing goals!
FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL FENCERS
AFTER SCHOOL FENCING
If you are a Middle/High School age fencer, you may come to after school training option: beginning in September 2011. Mix with other HighSchool fencers from the area and beef up your skills. Network with area fencing friends and help grow the HighSchool fencing community!
If your school does not have a fencing program and you'd like to establish a fencing club, please let Coach Knowles know. He can advise you on some methods to try to get fencing going in your school system.
FOR HOME SCHOOLERS
HOME SCHOOL FENCING
Homeschool students have a special opportunity to gain a half-credit in a unique and fun sport: FENCING! Learn much more about the history and interesting people of Modern Fencing by signing up to join the forming Homeschool Fencing Team! If you are an MHEA member, talk to us about a special discount! Fencing is very much the kind of sport many homeschoolers would be interested in and at least, like to try.