Classes

We offer instruction in Classical French Fencing in all three weapons: Foil, Epée, and Sabre, for the beginner as well as the experienced fencer.

All students must PRE-REGISTER for classes. Please register online

Class Schedule

Beginner Fencing
Intermediate Fencing
Open Fencing (Advanced fencers, ages 14 & up)
Young Blades (ages 10–13)
Fencing for Kids (ages 6–9)

BEGINNER FENCING

WEDNESDAYS - Ages 14 and up
SATURDAYS - Ages 10 and up
$80 (pre-paid) for 8-session (12-hour) course - All equipment provided
($100 if paid the day of class)

DESCRIPTION:
This class is an introduction to the Art of Classical Foil Fencing. Students will learn how to move, defend, and attack using the basic fencing weapon - the foil - in the Classical French style.
It is a relaxed workout coupled with exposure to the historical origins of this exciting martial art. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN!
Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace, and balance, while promoting cardiovascular fitness and increased confidence and self-esteem.
All equipment and instruction provided. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing for this class.

Listed below are the DAYS, TIMES, and START DATES of our classes:

WEDNESDAYS: 7:30-9:00 PM, 5/7/2008

WEDNESDAYS: 7:30-9:00 PM, 7/9/2008

Check out our BEGINNER SUMMER CAMPS JULY 14th & AUGUST 11th!

SATURDAYS: 12:30-2:00 PM, 9/6/2008

WEDNESDAYS: 7:30-9:00 PM, 10/1/2008

HIGH SCHOOL FENCING - Beginner

Ages 13-18 ONLY
Mondays or Tuesdays: 4:30-6:00 PM, $60 for 2 Months

DESCRIPTION:
This class is an introduction to Classical Foil Fencing. Designed exclusively for HIGH SCHOOL students ages 13-18, this after school program trains students how to move, defend, and attack using the basic fencing weapon - the foil - in the both the Classical & Sport styles.
In addition to exposure to the historical origins of this exciting martial art, this program introduces High School Fencers to Electric SPORT Fencing, Bouting and Competitive Team Fencing. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN!
Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace, and balance, while promoting cardiovascular fitness and increased confidence and self-esteem. This Program is the first in a series of training courses leading to High School team fencing competitions offered through the Fencing Center of Buffalo.
All equipment and instruction provided. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing for this class.

Start dates below:

MONDAYS: 4:30-6:00 PM, 5/5/2008

TUESDAYS: 4:30-6:00 PM, 6/3/2008

INTERMEDIATE FENCING

All Ages -
$150 per quarter OR $60 per month - Prior experience necessary, equipment provided.

STUDENT DISCOUNTS:
High School & College Students -
$90 per quarter OR $40 per month (valid I.D. required)

DESCRIPTION:
This class is for FCB Beginner class graduates ONLY. Students must be graduates of a Beginner Class/Camp, and have permission of the instructor. This class will pick up where Beginner Training left off . . . Skills will include: Compound Attacks, Attacks on the Blade, and more advanced footwork. Students will be fencing, judging and directing from Day 1.

WEDNESDAYS: 6:30-8:00 PM

SATURDAYS: 10:30 AM-12:00 PM

HIGH SCHOOL Fencing - Intermediate (Ages 13-18)

$90 per quarter (or $40 per month), On-going

HIGH SCHOOL WEDNESDAYS: 4:30-6:00 PM

OPEN FENCING (Advanced fencers, ages 14 & up)

OPEN fencers must be graduates of the INTERMEDIATE group and have permission of instructor.

Please see the MEMBERS section for details

YOUNG BLADES

(Ages 10–13)
Saturdays 9–10:30 AM
$150 per QUARTER (or $60 per MONTH) - Equipment provided.

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KIDS FENCING

"Little Knights of the FCB"
(Ages 6–9)
$150 per QUARTER (or $60 per MONTH) - All equipment provided
Register: On-line from the web site.
On-going, monthly (Pre-registration REQUIRED)

PAGES (Beginner)- SATURDAYS 9:00-10:30 AM

Start Dates:

SAT 5/3/2008

Check out our KIDS SUMMER CAMP starting JULY 28th!

SAT 9/6/2008

DESCRIPTION:
This class is an introduction to the Art of Classical Foil Fencing, designed for KIDS ages 6-9. Young fencers will learn how to move, defend, and attack using a practice safety sword - in the Classical French style.
Kids in this class will be learning correct fencing form, developing appropriate fencing skills and cultivating courtesy and respect for others, as well as learning about the historical origins of this exciting sport. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN!
Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace, and balance, while promoting cardiovascular fitness and increased confidence and self-esteem.
All equipment and instruction provided. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing for this class.

SQUIRES (Intermediate)- SATURDAYS 9:00-10:30 AM

Graduates of the PAGES group may attend this class.

KNIGHTS (Advanced)- SATURDAYS 9:00-10:30 AM

Graduates of the SQUIRES group may attend this class.

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