CLASSES FOR TEENS AND ADULTS - ages 15 and up
Dress Code
For safety and ease of learning please be sure
your fencer arrives in appropriate clothing.
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 $115 for 4 classes.
You should wear gym shoes; t-shirt and gym pants.
Sorry no jeans, capris, khakis, shorts or sandals.
All classes meet Chinook Trail Elementary (not the middle school)
11795 Grand Lawn Circle, Colorado Springs, 80924
Classes fill - Register Early - Scroll down for class specifics.
*Active Duty 50% Rebate on Teen and Adult Basics 1 Fencing Class, email for rebate.
*Discounts can' t be combined.
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.
Teen and Adult Basic & Basic 2
Each class starts with a fun warmup activity. New fencing positions, movement, and "bouting" are added each week allowing beginners to use their basic knowledge. Once you complete the Basic course you will join the Continuing Basic Fencing. Class fee is $115. Equipment use is included. Class meets Tuesdays, 7:00-7:50pm.
Available Classes:
Fall registration will be available mid-August.
This class is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:00-7:50pm.
NOTE! After submitting payment you will be redirected to a page for required paperwork.
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Adult Fencing
As you progress through the Adult Fencing curriculum you will start to work and engage in higher level games and drills, increasing your skills and confidence. The Adult Fencing Program meets once a week on Thursdays, 6:30-8:00pm, unless otherwise noted on our calendar. See our calendar on Info for Members page.
Each class includes an array of activities that develop strength, flexibility, and speed as well as technical and tactical exercises that will accelerate your fencing development. If you 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.
Please choose the correct month from the payment dropdown.
Fall registration will be available mid-August.
This class is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30-8:00pm.
Other Options
Private Lessons
This is a one on one lesson with a coach. Ten minute Private Lessons come in packages of four and must be pre-paid. 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. You will continue work on new 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. You 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. You 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.
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