CLASSES FOR TEENS AND ADULTS - ages 15 and up
Tired of the treadmill?
Fencing is a great workout that challenges your mind, too. Adults can compete. There are specific divisions for fencers
40+, 50s, 60s and even 70s!
Adult and Teen Beginning Fencing
Class fee is $89 for 4 classes.
Affordable equipment rental is available. Mask, protector and weapon are only $25 for the 4 week class.
Students should wear gym shoes; t-shirt and gym pants. Sorry no jeans, capris, khakis, shorts or sandals.
*Active Duty 50% Rebate on Teen and Adult Beginning Fencing Class, email for rebate. *Discounts can' t be combined.
All classes meet Chinook Trail Elementary, 11795 Grand Lawn Circle, Colorado Springs, 80924
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Teen and Adult
Basics
Each class starts with a fun warmup activity. Fencing positions, movement, and "bouting" are added each week allowing beginners to use their basic knowledge. This class is an ongoing class. Students continue in Basic Fencing until ready to progress to Recreational or Adult Fencing.
Class fee is $114. Equipment use is included.
Available Classes:
Thursdays, Oct 29-Nov 19, 7:00-7:50pm FULL
Thursdays, Dec 3 - Jan 14, 6:00-6:50pm
(no class 12/24, 12/31, 1/7)
Please note that reduced gym capacity, due to Covid-19, does not allow parents or others to enter the gym. Fencer entrance is through the side door as noted. Fencers will exit the front door.
All fencers must wear virus protective masks at all times.
NOTE! After submitting payment you will be redirected to a page for required paperwork.
Studies report the analytical and abstract concepts of fencing heighten math skills.
Did you know 32% of HS fencers will compete in college! (The average for all other sports is only 7.6%)
Fencing is an Olympic and a NCAA sport. Front Range Fencing has helped attain over $2 million in college scholarships for its students.
Adult Fencing
As you progress through the Adult Fencing curriculum and practices you will start to work at various skill levels, engage in higher level games and drills to increase your skill and confidence while continuing to refine foot and blade work. The Adult Fencing Program meets once a week on Tuesdays, 6:10-8:00pm. Each class includes an array of activities that develop core strength, flexibility, and speed as well as technical and tactical exercises that will accelerate your fencing development. For fencers who are interested the curriculum begins to incorporate necessary competition skills and you will start electrically scored bouting. At this point you are ready to purchase your own fencing gear: Mask, Jacket, Chest and Underarm Protector, Electric Epee, Glove and Body Cord. Fencers can be sized and equipment ordered prior to starting the Adult Fencing program.
Refer to calendar on Info for Members page for monthly schedules.
Tuesdays, November 3-17, 6:10-8:00pm
Please note that reduced gym capacity, due to Covid-19, does not allow parents or others to enter the gym. Fencer entrance is through the side door as noted. Fencers will exit the front door.
All fencers must wear virus protective masks at all times.
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Other Options
Private Lessons
This is a one on one lesson with a coach. Ten minute Private Lessons come in groups of four and must be pre-paid. Lesson sign up is available during class or practice. Lessons are available outside of class time for current members. Students should be warmed up, stretched and ready to go at the start of the scheduled lesson time. These lessons are a supplement to a regular class or practice. Lessons are available from any coach. Please discuss scheduling with the coach.
Recreational Fencing
This practice meets two days a week, Tuesday and Thursday and allows fencers to attend an unlimited number of practices each month. Students will continue work on fencing skills. Recreational fencers cycle through monthly sessions and may continue with this program until they are interested in joining the Competitive Practice and demonstrate the confidence and skills needed. Practice fee varies based on the number of class days in a month. Fencers will start to fence with electrical scoring equipment. Practice fee does not include use of equipment. Each fencer must have their own mask, jacket, chest protector, underarm protector, glove, body cord and epee. Fencers can be sized and equipment ordered prior to starting the Recreational program.
Competitive Training Program
This program meets two days a week, Tuesday and Thursday and allows fencers to attend an unlimited number of practices each month. This program offers small group drills and footwork. The aim of the program is to produce top competitive fencers in their age group. Practice fee does not include use of equipment during class time. Class fee varies based on the number of class days in a month.