World's Largest Fencing School2008 BEGINNING I & II SUMMER CAMPS SCHEDULE
BEGINNING I FENCING CAMPS
Olympic Sport Fencing Camps: Foil, Sabre, Èpèe
Fencing is an Olympic sport, often called the game of physical chess. It improves coordination, balance and reflexes. Camps cover primarily foil, a light thrusting sword, but also introduce sabre, the modern equivalent of the cavalry sword, and epee, the modern equivalent of the rapier. Students are introduced to footwork, handwork and strategy formation. By the end of the camp, students will be fencing and refereeing actual bouts.
Cost: $219 tuition + $29 equipment rental = $248 total
Classes for 6-8 Years
| Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| June 23-27 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am | |
| July 28-Aug. 1 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am | |
| Aug. 11-15 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am |
Classes for 9 Years and Up
| Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| June 16-20 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| June 23-27 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| July 7-11 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| July 14-18 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| July 21-25 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| July 28-Aug. 1 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| Aug. 4-8 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| Aug. 11-15 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| Aug. 18-22 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| Aug. 25-29 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm |
Historical Swordsmanship Camps: Rapier and Two-Handed Sword
These camps explore the following historical weapons: the rapier, the traditional Renaissance dueling sword, and the two-handed sword, a Medieval longsword. Practice swords used in class are the shinai, made of bamboo, and the foil. Students are introduced to historical swordsmanship based on Renaissance and Medieval techniques. By the end of the camp, students will understand different styles of swordsmanship used throughout history.
Cost: $219 tuition + $29 equipment rental = $248 total
Classes for 9 Years and Up
| Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| June 16-20 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| June 23-27 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| July 7-11 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| July 14-18 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| July 21-25 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| July 28-Aug. 1 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| Aug. 4-8 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| Aug. 11-15 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| Aug. 18-22 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| Aug. 25-29 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm |
Camp Discount
If you want to make it a full day, sign up for both a morning and an afternoon camp for only $467 (includes equipment rental).
BEGINNING II FENCING CAMPS
Olympic Sport Fencing: Foil, Sabre, Èpèe
This camp offers a more serious approach that refines the fundamentals of the Beginning I camp. The goal is to prepare students for the intermediate level where they may fence other students without close supervision. New techniques designed to rapidly improve knowledge of the basics are introduced as well as how to fence using electric equipment. Students also are introduced to the Historical Swordsmanship program.
Cost: $219 tuition + $29 equipment rental = $248 total
Classes for 6-8 Years
| Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| August 18-22 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am |
Classes for 9 Years and Up
| Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| July 14-18 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | |
| August 25-29 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
Historical Swordsmanship Camps: Rapier, Two-Handed Sword
This camp offers an expanded study of Renaissance and Medieval swordfighting styles. New techniques are explored allowing students to engage in more independent sparring. The goal is to prepare students for the intermediate level where they may fence other students without close supervision. Students also are introduced to the Olympic Sport program.
Cost: $219 tuition + $29 equipment rental = $248 total
Classes for 9 Years and Up
| Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| July 14-18 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | |
| August 25-29 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm |