Fencing Classes: A Safe & Fun Sport for All Ages

Fencing is a fun and safe individual sport that is terrific for all ages and all athletic abilities. Fencing encourages the development of self-confidence, teaches respect and promotes fitness.

Fencing is a great activity for developing general athletic skills including: hand to eye coordination, speed, and agility. Fencers learn to compete individually as well as for a team.

Fencing is a multi-dimensional sport that teaches people to enjoy winning and to profit from defeat. Fencers become physically fit while training and they learn to outwit their opponents using strategy, technique, and physical endurance. These skills help people learn to make complex decisions, to analyze problems, and to think quickly.

For Programming Information and to Register Online please follow the links below.

Bay State Fencers always welcomes visitors. Try a class for free! Please email for details.

Kids Fencing Programs - Ages 6 to 9
Youth Fencing Programs - Ages 9 to 12
Junior Fencing Programs - Ages 13 to 17
NEW Youth Summer Clinics - Ages 7 to 12

Competitive Epee Training - Ages 10 to 17
NEW Summer 4-Day Competitive Clinic - Ages 10 to 17

Adult Fencing Programs - Ages 18+
NEW Summer 2-Day Adult Clinic - Ages 18+

Updated Club and Class Policies

Click HERE and link to our Current Calendar
CLick HERE and link to our Summer Calendar
Click HERE and link to our Term Schedule

Kids Fencing: Ages 6 to 9

Musketeers Fencing Program

Bay State Fencers Fence for Fun Program is designed as an introduction to the Olympic sport of fencing for kids ages 6 to 9.  Students learn proper stance, basic footwork, blade work, and beginning tactics. Exercises that strengthen the body and improve mobility and and games that encourage fun and fitness are the foundations of this program. Updated Club and Class Policies

Schedule: This program meets once per week, for one hour, during a two month term. Missed classes may be made up by attending any other section of the same class during the term currently registered for.

Cost: $150 per term
PLUS $5 Non Competitive US Fencing Membership - Download Here

Updated Club and Class Policies

What to Bring: Long athletic pants, t-shirt, socks, athletic shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Equipment and Uniforms: All uniforms and equipment are provided at no additional cost for the duration of the term registered for. If you would prefer to buy any of your own equipment please contact the Director.

All About Fencing Gear

 
Musketeers: Thursday Section
   
 
Musketeers: Saturday Section

   
 
Musketeers: Sunday Section
Summer Term Available


 

 

Youth Fencing: Ages 9 to12

Youth Intro to Fencing

Bay State Fencers Youth Intro to Fencing Program introduces the Olympic sport of fencing to young people ages 9 to 12. Students learn proper stance, basic footwork, blade work, and beginning tactics. The foundation of these programs is exercises and games that strengthen the body and improve mobility. Updated Club and Class Policies

Schedule: This program meets once per week, for one hour, during a two month term. Missed classes may be made up by attending any other section of the same class during the term currently registered for.

Cost: $170 per term
PLUS $5 Non Competitive US Fencing Membership - Download Here

Updated Club and Class Policies

What to Bring: Long athletic pants, t-shirt, socks, athletic shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Equipment and Uniforms: All uniforms and equipment are provided at no additional cost for the duration of the term registered for. If you would prefer to buy any of your own equipment please contact the Director.

All About Fencing Gear

 
Youth Intro: Tuesday Section
Summer Term Available
 
Youth Intro: Thursday Section
Summer Term Available
 
Youth Intro: Saturday Section
 
 
Youth Intro: Sunday Section
Summer Term Available
 

 

Youth Epee

Students who complete Youth Intro are encouraged to continue the fun by joining the Youth Epee class. Students continue footwork, blade work and tactics and are introduced to the rules, etiquette and formality of the sport. This program is ongoing throughout the fencing season and enrollment is rolling. Updated Club and Class Policies

Schedule: This program is offered once per week, for 90-minutes. Missed classes may be made up by attending any section of Youth Epee or Competitive Training during the term currently registered for.

Cost: $190 per term
PLUS $5 Non Competitive US Fencing Membership - Download Here
Please Note: If you plan on competitng you will need Competitive Membership

Updated Club and Class Policies

What to Bring: Long athletic pants, t-shirt, socks, athletic shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Equipment and Uniforms: You should begin to purchase a uniform and equipment beginning with this class. When you are ready to buy any of your own equipment please contact the Director.

All About Fencing Gear

 
Youth Epee: Monday Section
Summer Term Available

   
 
Youth Epee: Wednesday Section
Summer Term Available
   
 
Youth Epee: Saturday Section

Students who are interested in training for competition are invited to join our Competitive Training Program. To learn more please visit our Competitive Training Page. If interested in more information please contact the Director.

Junior Fencing: Ages 13 to 16

Junior Intro to Fencing

Bay State Fencers Junior Intro Class introduces the Olympic sport of fencing to young people ages 13 to 16. Students learn proper stance, basic footwork, blade work, and beginning tactics. Fencing teaches athletes to enjoy winning and profit from defeat, while becoming physically fit and healthy. The foundation of this program is exercises and games that strengthen the body and improve mobility. Updated Club and Class Policies

Schedule: This program meets once per week, for an hour, during a two month term. Missed classes may be made up by attending any section of Youth Intro during the term currently registered for.

Cost: $170 per term
PLUS $5 Non Competitive US Fencing Membership - Download Here

Updated Club and Class Policies

What to Bring: Long athletic pants, t-shirt, socks, athletic shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Equipment and Uniforms: All uniforms and equipment are provided at no additional cost for the duration of the term registered for. If you would prefer to buy any of your own equipment please contact the Director.

All About Fencing Gear

 
Junior Intro: Saturday Section
 

 
 

Junior Epee Program

Students who complete Junior Intro Class are encouraged to continue by joining the Junior Epee program. Students continue footwork, blade work and tactics and are introduced to the rules, etiquette and formality of the sport. This program is ongoing throughout the fencing season and enrollment is rolling. Updated Club and Class Policies

Schedule: This program meets once per week, for one hour, during a two month term. Missed classes may be made up by attending any section of Youth Epee during the term currently registered for.

Cost: $170 per term
PLUS $5 Non Competitive US Fencing Membership - Download Here
Please Note: If you plan on competitng you will need Competitive Membership

Updated Club and Class Policies

What to Bring: Long athletic pants, t-shirt, socks, athletic shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Equipment and Uniforms: You should begin to purchase a uniform and equipment beginning with this class. When you are ready to buy any of your own equipment please contact the Director.

All About Fencing Gear

 
Junior Epee: Saturday Section

 

Students who are interested in training for competition are invited to join our Competitive Training Program. To learn more please visit our Competitive Training Page. If interested in more information please contact the Director.

 

Competitive Fencing Training: Ages 10 to 17

Students who are interested in training for competition are invited to join these ongoing programs By Invitation. Learn more about these programs on our Competitive Training Page. If interested in more information please contact the Director

Some useful information for fencing parents from US Fencing.

US Fencing Parent Spectator Packet (pdf)

The Role of the Fencing Parent (pdf)

Protective Fencing Gear List (pdf)

 

Adult Fencing: Ages 18+

Please visit our Adult Fencing Page for complete details about our adult fencing classes and programs.