Learn to Fence: Beginners; Immersion and Youth Classes

  • Beginner Classes

    New to fencing? LFA’s beginner foil course is a great way to learn the basics and become involved in the sport of fencing!

    This group instruction class teaches proper en guard, footwork, basic bladework, rules, and bouting etiquette.

    Class length: 8 weeks

    Times: Tue/Thur 6-7pm

    Cost: $375

    All fencing equipment needed for this course is provided.

    Sign ups are now open for the Group Beginner Class starting approximately January 6, 2026

    Register Now or Contact Us to Learn More (lancfencingacademy@gmail.com)

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  • Immersion Classes

    Can’t make the group beginner class? Consider our Immersion Class!

    New to fencing but cannot attend the Beginner Class? Already a fencer but want to learn a new weapon? These one-on-one immersion classes will provide the baseline beginner skills needed to join the experienced classes or attend open bouting.

    Class length: 8 classes

    Times: 30 minute sessions scheduled with coach

    Cost: $300

    All fencing equipment needed for this course is provided.

    Register Now or Contact Us to Learn More (lancfencingacademy@gmail.com)

    Click Here to Sign Up!

New Youth Fencing Program (Ages 7–10)

Youth Fencing hass come to Lancster, PA.

Explore the Olympic sport of fencing in a safe, fun environment!
Our youth program introduces boys and girls to the basics of fencing with the weapon of their choice — foil, épée, or saber. Students build hand-eye coordination, agility, balance, and confidence, while learning teamwork and sportsmanship through structured lessons and age-appropriate games.

No experience needed — all equipment provided.

Class length: 8 classes

Times: 60 minute sessions scheduled with Head Coach

Cost: $300

Youth classes are offered year-round and scheduled in response to interest and enrollment. We open new sessions as demand allows to maintain a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate learning environment.


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Register Now or Contact Us to Learn More (lancfencingacademy@gmail.com)

All fencers must be current USA Fencing members to participate in classes and/or open bouting. You can sign up for USA Fencing Membership with this link: member.usafencing.org/signup