Summer Camps

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Summer Camps 〰️

Whether you’re brand‑new to fencing, returning after a break, or looking for a high‑performance training environment, we make the first steps easy, welcoming, and accessible for ages 6 and up.

1. Choose Your Path

We offer several entry points depending on age, experience, and goals:

Bambini (6-10) & Youth (11-19)

Adults

Please understand that we do not allow drop in try-outs as to not compromise the safety and flow of our active classes.

Please do not purchase equipment prior to start, as the GFA Program Standard exceeds what most local programs require.

For Tucson, our options listed here.

Beginner Camps & Classes

Perfect for anyone trying fencing for the first time. You’ll learn:

  • Footwork fundamentals

  • Blade work basics

  • Safety and equipment use

  • Rules and etiquette of the sport

Fencing equipment is provided.

Please Bring

  1. Completed Waiver form.

  2. USA Fencing membership (there is a free 90-day trial).

  3. Indoor sports shoes (our favorite: the ASICS Gel Rocket).
    Please wear this shoe only inside of our studio, to preserve grip.

  4. Light Athletic clothing with knee high socks.
    Please pick tight fitting clothing, as we will wear protective gear over them. We recommend t-shirt and sports shorts. Fencing or long soccer socks will work.

  5. A refillable water bottle.

  6. Notebook and pen.

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Fall Semester Course

Our program takes pride in high standards regarding safety, conduct and fencing fundamentals. We will revisit the GFA approach, and (re-)assess the athlete’s level of readiness before recommending the right practice group. This includes:

  • Movement skills

  • Safety and Etiquette Standards

  • Sportsmanship

  • Foundational fencing techniques

Please Bring

  1. Completed Waiver form.

  2. USA Fencing membership (there is a free 90-day trial).

  3. Dedicated indoor sports shoes (our favorite: the ASICS Gel Rocket).
    Please wear this shoe only inside of our studio, to preserve grip.

  4. Light Athletic clothing with knee high socks.
    Please pick tight fitting clothing, as we will wear protective gear over them. We recommend t-shirt and sports shorts. Fencing or long soccer socks will work.

  5. A water bottle.

  6. Notebook and pen.

  7. If you own fencing equipment, please bring it, so we can review which items fulfill our standard requirements.

Book Now

Adult Program

Perfect for anyone trying fencing for the first time or wanting to continue. You’ll learn:

  • Footwork fundamentals

  • Blade work basics

  • Safety and equipment use

  • Rules and etiquette of the sport

Fencing equipment is provided for the first 2 months.

Please Bring

  1. Completed Waiver form.

  2. USA Fencing membership (there is a free 90-day trial).

  3. Indoor sports shoes (our favorite: the ASICS Gel Rocket).
    Please wear this shoe only inside of our studio, to preserve grip.

  4. Light Athletic clothing with knee high socks.
    Please pick tight fitting clothing, as we will wear protective gear over them. We recommend t-shirt and sports shorts. Fencing or long soccer socks will work.

  5. A refillable water bottle.

  6. Notebook and pen.

Book Now

2. Join the Team

As you progress, we will offer the following programs:

  • Bambini Program (ages 6-10)

  • Youth Development Program (ages 11-18)

  • Competitive Program (all ages)

  • Elite Performance Program (all ages)

  • Adult Program

We also offer bouting classes for fencers, who have to stay active in the sport without committing to a formal program. However, we still require the same premium level of conduct and respect of the GFA standard in these classes.

We’ll help you find the right path based on your goals. Please contact us if you have any questions.