Summer Camps at WFA!
Whether your child is trying fencing for the first time, already training and ready to level up, or entering high school and looking for a new sport—our summer options are built to meet fencers where they are and move them forward fast.
Current WFA members receive a $50 discount off of all camps! (Sign into your account to see discounted pricing)
Space is limited, so register early!
To reserve your spot and register now, click on the date and time you would like to register for.
Beginner Saber Camp
Ages 8-14
Big energy, big smiles, real Olympic sport—made for first-time fencers.
Our Beginner Saber Camp is the perfect introduction to fencing for elementary and middle school students—no experience needed. Campers learn the fundamentals of Olympic saber fencing through fast-paced games, footwork challenges, and safe, structured partner drills that build coordination, confidence, and focus.
Because this camp includes a wider age range, we group and coach by age and experience so younger campers can learn comfortably while older campers move at a pace that keeps things exciting.
Perfect for: First-time fencers, active kids who enjoy games and movement, and families looking for a unique sport that’s fun and skill-building. ALL GEAR IS PROVIDED, so students can jump right in!
Campers will learn:
How to move like a fencer (stance, balance, footwork)
Basic attacks and defenses taught step-by-step
How scoring and right-of-way work (in an easy-to-understand way)
Sportsmanship, safety, and confidence.
What to expect: A high-energy week where students make friends, learn a cool new sport, and leave feeling proud of how much they can do—often after just a few days.
FEES:
CURRENT WFA MEMBERS: $275
NON-MEMBERS: $325
DATES/TIMES:
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Try it. Learn it. Love it.
High School Starter Summer Learning Package
(Unlimited Classes | 8 Weeks)
Start fencing like a real high school athlete—without cramming it into one week.
This is a summer-long on-ramp designed specifically for high schoolers who want to start training—but want a schedule that feels like a sport season, not a one-time camp. With unlimited classes over 8 weeks, students build athletic movement, skill consistency, and confidence at a pace that sticks. ALL GEAR IS PROVIDED, and it’s priced knowing that you probably have a vacation or two planned this summer!
Perfect for: High school beginners, athletes cross-training from other sports, and students who want a challenging, confidence-building activity over the summer. Session begins June 23, and runs through August 15.
They’ll build:
Footwork, agility, and coordination
Core saber technique (attacks, parries, timing)
Competitive confidence (handling pressure and one-on-one focus)
New friendships in a positive, team-like training environment
Fees: $500/8 weeks (A savings of $170!) New students only!
Class times:
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:30-6:15pm
Saturdays: 11-11:45am
WFA Advanced Beginner Camp
For fencers who already know the basics—and are ready to level up fast.
PREREQUISITE: Already training in fencing.
This camp is for students who are currently training at WFA (or another accredited club) and can move, attack, and defend—but either haven’t tested into intermediate yet, or have just reached that level. Because we’re not spending camp time on beginner foundations, we can jump straight into the skills that make fencing work in real bouts.
Perfect for:
Beginner/continuing saber fencers who want a serious push, need momentum, or want to bridge the gap toward intermediate classes;
Epee and foil fencers that want to explore saber;
Students who have attended 2 or more beginner level camps this season.
Training focus:
Sharper footwork patterns (speed, control, explosive changes)
Right-of-way clarity (so decisions get faster, not fuzzier)
“Action planning”: what you’re trying to make happen in a touch
Structured bouting with coaching feedback (not just “free fencing”)
Outcome: Fencers leave more confident, more tactical, and more prepared to step into higher-level training without feeling behind.
FEES:
CURRENT WFA MEMBERS: $275
NON-MEMBERS: $325
Not beginner. Not intermediate. The camp that helps you make the jump.
INTERMEDIATE SABER CAMP
Train smarter. Fence sharper. Bout a lot.
Ages 9+
PREREQUISITE: Current enrollment in an intermediate level saber class at WFA or another accredited fencing school.
Our Intermediate Saber Camp is for fencers who already have solid fundamentals and are ready to take the next step in competitive performance. Instruction emphasizes the skills that win touches at speed: tactics, timing, and distance, paired with more advanced footwork and bladework that helps you create (and finish) actions on your terms.
Expect a true training week—focused lessons, coached drills, and plenty of bouting time so you can apply what you’re learning in real fencing.
Training focus includes:
Distance and timing: when to go, when to wait, and how to control the moment
Tactical decision-making: reading opponents, building setups, and choosing the right action
Advanced footwork: explosive changes, angle work, and faster resets
Sharper bladework: cleaner parries, stronger takes, and more reliable finishes
Coached bouting: feedback that turns “sparring” into improvement
The week wraps up with a friendly in-house tournament, giving fencers a fun, low-pressure way to test their progress, practice competition routines, and celebrate the work they put in.
FEES:
CURRENT WFA MEMBERS: $300
NON-MEMBERS: $350
DATES/TIMES:
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Level up—then prove it on strip.
Policies
PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF POLICY FOR WFA CAMPS
Please plan to drop-off and pick-up campers no more than 15 minutes from the start and finish times of each camp. Students who are picked up late will incur charges at the rate of $10 for every 15 minutes they are early/late.
MAKEUP POLICY:
Makeup days are not available for missed sessions.
PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICY:
Pricing for camps includes a $75 non-refundable sign-up fee per camp to confirm your spot in camp.
A late registration fee of $25 will be added to the cost of camp beginning 1 week prior to the start of camp.
Current WFA Members need to be logged-in to see member pricing.
CANCELLATIONS must be requested via e-mail. Please e-mail us at ifence@washingtonfencing.com
Cancellations seven days or more prior to the start of camp will be eligible for a full refund (minus the $75 sign-up fee), or you may switch to another camp provided space is available.
Cancellations 3-7 days prior to the start of camp will be eligible for a 50 percent refund.
Cancellations received with less than 72 hours prior to the start the camp (i.e, the preceding Friday or later) are not eligible for refunds or camp transfer.
WFA reserves the right to cancel camps with fewer than five enrolled students. If you have already paid the full amount, you will have the option of attending a different week (if available), or receiving a comparable training package at WFA.