Classes, Lessons, Bouting & Membership

Classes

Come learn the exciting sport of fencing! Often called a physical game of chess, fencing develops endurance, coordination, agility, poise and balance. While fencing is a physical sport, it is also a mental game requiring concentration, quick decision-making and problem-solving. It's an ideal activity for people of all ages and sizes.

All classes are run on an ongiong basis and new students may join at any time. We encourage anyone interested in classes to come and participate; the first fencing class is free. Equipment is provided for all beginning students. Students are asked to purchase their own mask and glove after their first month.

Classes are available (click the highlighted links for more information) for:

• Teens and adults (14 and above).
• Children (6 to 14)
• Homeschoolers
• Competitive & pre-collegiate fencers

Lessons

Improve your skills and enhance your fencing more quickly with private lessons. Lessons are available from our coaches as well as from our Competitive fencers. Lesson rates range from $20-$50 per half-hour lesson. All lessons are by appointment only and must be scheduled in advance.

Bouting

$60.00 per month; includes gym use. Open bouting Monday through Thursday 7:00pm-9:30pm. Scheduled classes have priority for use of the strips. Members who are currently enrolled in a class are welcome to bout at no extra charge.

Annual Membership

Anyone using the NorthWest Fencing Center facilities on a regular basis (classes, lessons or bouting) are required to purchase an annual membership. The cost is $75.00 per person (or $100.00 per family) per year. The membership period is from September 1 to August 31. For members joining after March 1st, the membership fee is $37.50 per individual (or $50 per family).

To download and print the 2007-2008 Membership Request Form, click here. To read our Payment and Discount Policies, click here.