This July and August, discover the Olympic sport of fencing at DCFC summer fencing camps. Beyond the fitness benefits, fencing promotes intellectual development, decision making skills, self discipline, and confidence. All taught in a safe, supportive environment.
Starting July 8 through August 23, these weekly fencing camps are held Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for youth ages 7-16. Camps are open to beginner through intermediate fencers, and equipment and uniforms are provided. Before and aftercare is available.
Fencing camp activities include games, footwork, fencing technique, fencing videos, competition, training with nationally ranked fencers, and new friendships.There is always something new to learn at fencing camp, since each session has a different mix of students and abilities. Students are welcome to sign up for more than one week.
DC Fencers Club has consistently produced fencers who compete at the national and international level. Our fencers have earned medals at USA Fencing National Championships, World Cups, and Junior World Championships. Among them, 2024 Pan Am Junior Team Women’s Epee gold medalist Sophia Jakel and 2023 Grenoble Cadet Team Men’s Epee gold medalist Caleb Su, 2019 Junior Olympic Cadet Men’s Epee Champion Justin Haddad, and 2018 Women’s Team Epee World Champion Amanda Sirico.
All fencing camps take place at DC Fencers Club, a dedicated fencing facility located minutes from the Beltway. DC Fencers Club (DCFC) has a national and international reputation as one of the best fencing clubs in the United States. The club offers instruction through classes, camps, workshops, and individual lessons. Fencers of all ages are welcome, and members range from recreational fencers to fencers who compete in local, regional, national, and international tournaments. DCFC coaches have a combined 100 years of training, competition, and teaching experience, and they include credentialed fencing masters and National Champions. DC Fencers Club promotes excellence, sportsmanship, and safety in a friendly environment.
Learn more and register at https://dcfencing.com/camps/
