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Mission has classes available for all ages and skill levels. From the new beginner to the competitive athlete training for championships, our classes, lessons, and camps can provide you the tools you need to succeed. Check out the full details below.
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Our Introductory Lesson teaches students the basics of the sport of fencing. Students will learn a brief history of the sport, basic rules, safety practices, introductory footwork, and see all 3 weapons the sport of fencing has to offer. Students will have the opportunity to deck themselves out in gear and work one-on-one with a coach at their own pace to learn the basics. By the end of the lesson, students are ready to take the next step into one of our group classes!
Introductory lessons are 40 minutes long and are 1-on-1 or 2-on-1 with a coach. The cost is $60 per person and includes equipment rental. Students are required to wear gym clothes (shorts/sweats and sneakers) and suggested to bring a water bottle. Give us a call or send us an email to get your Introductory Lesson scheduled! |
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Our Squire class continues to build the fencing knowledge of our students aged 6 to 9 years old. It is the "next step" for students in this age range, after an introductory class or camp has been taken. The classes build upon the knowledge they have already obtained, and help build their arsenal of skills for use in future competition. The classes involve physical education-based games geared toward fencing, coordination, and skill-building, instruction in footwork, and weapon-based instruction in all 3 weapons.
Classes meet Wednesdays and Fridays, from 4:30 to 5:30pm Squire class is $220 per month for the 2025-2026 class year. Enrollment is 4 classes per month (once a week), though students have the option to take up to the full 8 classes (twice a week) at no extra charge. Athlete must be at least a current Access member of USA Fencing. Equipment rental is included. |
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Our recreational Intermediate class continues to build the fencing knowledge of our students aged 10 and over. It is the "next step" for students in this age range, after an introductory class or camp has been taken. The classes build upon the knowledge they have already obtained, and help build their arsenal of skills for use in recreational fencing or in future competition. The classes involve physical education-based games geared toward fencing, coordination, and skill-building, instruction in footwork, and weapon-based instruction in all 3 weapons. Additionally, periodic "mini-tournaments" of various types are held during the classes to give students an introduction to competition. As coaches feel the students are ready, they may suggest other competitions of suitable levels for the student to participate in as well.
Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 7:00 to 8:00pm Intermediate class is $220 per month for the 2025-2026 class year. Enrollment is 4 classes per month (once a week) , though students have the option to take up to the full 8 classes (twice a week) at no extra charge. Athlete must be at least a current Access member of USA Fencing. Students are required to purchase some personal equipment. Electrical equipment is recommended but not required. |
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Enrollment in the Developmental Competitive program is by invitation of a coach only.
Students hone their technique, and start to assimilate competitive tournament/event situations into regular instruction as they begin competitively fencing. The classes involve conditioning, footwork, and both 3-weapon and weapon-specific instruction, as well as competitive bouting instruction and scenarios. Coaches will suggest tournaments of appropriate skill level for the fencers to compete in, and fencers are expected to attend these tournaments to apply and practice the skills and knowledge they have obtained during their instruction. Classes are offered Mondays from 6:30-8:30pm and Fridays from 5:30-7:30pm (in conjunction with the Competitive class). Students are required to attend class twice a week, unless other arrangements have been made with a coach. Students are also required to take a minimum of 2 private lessons per month. We include at least 2 private lessons per month in our program fee (4 during the high school season). Unused lessons expire at the end of each month. We suggest attending at least 2 nights of open bouting per month and scheduling your lessons around those nights. This program is a 10 month commitment, running from September to June. Athlete must be current Competitive members of USA Fencing. Students enrolled in the Developmental Competitive class program must have a full set of working equipment, including electrical equipment. This program includes Mission Membership. Membership entitles students to free open fencing, footwork classes, open bouting classes, access to coaching at events, use of on-site training equipment (practice dummies, weight room, etc.), and select other members-only events during the class year. It also provides discounts on lesson packages and camps. |
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Enrollment in the Competitive program is by invitation of a coach only.
This program is designed for students who are competing at local, national, and international levels. The classes involve serious conditioning, high-intensity footwork, and both 3-weapon and weapon-specific instruction, as well as competitive bouting instruction and scenarios. The class is designed to focus on refining technique and skill to be implemented in competition. There is significant focus on strategy for various competitive scenarios. Students in this class are expected to be regularly competing in local and/or national-level competitions. Competitive classes are offered twice a week. One class per week is weapon-specific, focusing on weapon-related skill-building and technique. The other class per week is a 3-weapon class (in conjunction with the Developmental Competitive class), focusing on footwork, conditioning, competitive bouting strategy and situations, and the refining of technique and skills The schedule is as follows: Sabre Class – Mondays, 4:30-6:30pm Epee Class – Mondays, 4:30-6:30pm Foil Class – Tuesdays, 4:30-6:30pm 3-Weapon Class – Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm Students are required to attend class twice a week, unless other arrangements have been made with a coach. Students are also required to take a minimum of 2 private lessons per month. We include at least 2 private lessons per month in our program fee (4 during the high school season). Unused lessons expire at the end of each month. We suggest attending at least 2 nights of open bouting per month and scheduling your lessons around those nights. This program is a 10 month commitment, running from September to June. Athlete must be current Competitive members of USA Fencing. Students enrolled in the Developmental Competitive class program must have a full set of working equipment, including electrical equipment. This program includes Mission Membership. Membership entitles students to free open fencing, footwork classes, open bouting classes, access to coaching at events, use of on-site training equipment (practice dummies, weight room, etc.), and select other members-only events during the class year. It also provides discounts on lesson packages and camps. |
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Footwork Class
Footwork is over half the battle in fencing, and our Footwork Class is here to help you excel! Geared for students of all ages and levels, the class incorporates conditioning, physical education-based games to build coordination and dexterity, and high-intensity footwork drills and games designed to get you moving with the speed and technique demonstrated by all the best fencers.
Footwork classes are offered Wednesdays from 7:30-8:30pm. It is open to fencers of all ages and skill levels. |
General Floor Fee
General open fencing with others who came to fence.
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Open Bouting Class
Mission's Open Bouting Class focuses on real-world electrical bouting situations. Designed to give fencers practical experience in applying the skills they are learning in classes and lessons, this weekly session brings fencers together to fence each other in situations designed to make using all your newly acquired skills second nature to give you the competitive advantage you need for tournament competition.
It is offered Wednesdays from 6-7:30 pm and Thursdays from 6:30-8pm. This class is geared for students of all ages looking to fence competitively at events this season and in the future. |
