Spring 2025 registration opens Tuesday, February 11th at 10AM for members, and Thursday, February 13th at 10AM for non-members!
Fencing Programs
Beginner Foil Fencing (5-12 years)
Participants will be introduced to the rules of the sport, the parts of the equipment, how to hold and the on-guard stance. Instructors will demonstrate basic footwork, the target area, basic attacks and preparations for attacks and defenses. Our weekly meetings will include practicing each of these introductory techniques. The beginner course touches upon common technical fencing terms such as piste, parry, riposte, etc. Safety in fencing is emphasized throughout the course. After taking a year of fencing at the beginner level, students will be considered for the intermediate level.
Register: Mondays 4:30
Intermediate Foil Fencing (5-12 years)
Participants will be introduced to the rules of the sport, the parts of the equipment, how to hold and the on-guard stance. Instructors will demonstrate basic footwork, the target area, basic attacks and preparations for attacks and defenses. Our weekly meetings will include practicing each of these introductory techniques. The beginner course touches upon common technical fencing terms such as piste, parry, riposte, etc. Safety in fencing is emphasized throughout the course. After taking a year of fencing at the beginner level, students will be considered for the intermediate level.
Register: Mondays 5:30
Advanced Foil Fencing (7-12 years)
This program builds upon all beginner instruction, and are most valuable when taken after the completion of one year of Beginner Fencing. Safety and sportsmanship, as always, are emphasized throughout the program. Compound attacks and technical terms associated with more advanced fencing moves will be introduced as students develop technique and understanding of the sport. If time allows, members of the class will participate in bouting: practicing with electrical fencing equipment. This practice will allow fellow students to learn score-keeping and refereeing. If students consistently continue with this program, they will have the chance to compete in a fencing tournament that follows the US Fencing guidelines.
Register: Mondays 6:30
Winter 2024-2025 Registration is now open!
Beginner Foil Fencing (5-12 years)
Participants will be introduced to the rules of the sport, the parts of the equipment, how to hold and the on-guard stance. Instructors will demonstrate basic footwork, the target area, basic attacks and preparations for attacks and defenses. Our weekly meetings will include practicing each of these introductory techniques. The beginner course touches upon common technical fencing terms such as piste, parry, riposte, etc. Safety in fencing is emphasized throughout the course. After taking a year of fencing at the beginner level, students will be considered for the intermediate level.
Register: Mondays 4:30
Intermediate Foil Fencing (5-12 years)
Participants will be introduced to the rules of the sport, the parts of the equipment, how to hold and the on-guard stance. Instructors will demonstrate basic footwork, the target area, basic attacks and preparations for attacks and defenses. Our weekly meetings will include practicing each of these introductory techniques. The beginner course touches upon common technical fencing terms such as piste, parry, riposte, etc. Safety in fencing is emphasized throughout the course. After taking a year of fencing at the beginner level, students will be considered for the intermediate level.
Register: Mondays 5:30
Advanced Foil Fencing (7-12 years)
This program builds upon all beginner instruction, and are most valuable when taken after the completion of one year of Beginner Fencing. Safety and sportsmanship, as always, are emphasized throughout the program. Compound attacks and technical terms associated with more advanced fencing moves will be introduced as students develop technique and understanding of the sport. If time allows, members of the class will participate in bouting: practicing with electrical fencing equipment. This practice will allow fellow students to learn score-keeping and refereeing. If students consistently continue with this program, they will have the chance to compete in a fencing tournament that follows the US Fencing guidelines.
Register: Mondays 6:30
Interested in all of our enrichment program offerings?
Visit our programs page to see all of our classes
Questions?
Contact our Program Manager, Jamie Kelly jkelly@hillhouseboston.org or by calling 617-227-5838 ex. 110
