Black Boys Fence Nonprofit Turns Curiosity Into Confidence, One School Visit at a Time
17-year-old Scott Holliday's nonprofit uses demos, school clinics and a children’s book to open doors to fencing.
Most people first encounter fencing during the Olympic and Paralympic Games — a flash of blades, a burst of intensity, a story of resilience on the world’s biggest stage. But the heart of fencing isn’t found only every four years. It’s found every day in school gyms, community centers, and local clubs across the country.
This page highlights the growing movement of grassroots fencing in America — the programs, volunteers and families who are expanding access to our sport and strengthening the communities around them. Whether you’re looking to get involved, start a program, or simply be inspired, you’re in the right place.
Fencing for a Purpose Widens the Welcome With Free Camps and Volunteer Power
Student-led nonprofit recruits more than 40 volunteers, hosts eight camps and launches Ukraine–U.S. mentorship.
Saber Sprouts: Cultivating a New Generation of Fencers
In the often-exclusive world of fencing, Bay Area brothers Jaisimh and Govind Ramanan are rewriting the narrative.
Graham Wicas: Balancing Family, Career, and Fencing at Age 35
Former Cadet World Champion and NCAA medalist returns to competition at the North American Cup in Atlantic City.
Five High School Fencers Team Up to Do Good by Volunteering in NAC Cities, Hoping to Recruit Others to Their Cause
Their mission: Give back during the NAC, and they’re inviting other fencers to serve alongside them.
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Fencing Sprouts - How to Start a Chapter
Learn more, opens in a new tabFencing Sprouts (which started as Saber Sprouts) is a program created by two teen brothers to make fencing fun, playful, and free for kids who’ve never held a sword before.
Sprouts is part recess, part fencing class, all designed to spark joy, build confidence, and grow the next generation of fencers. Want to bring Fencing Sprouts to your club?
Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics: PlayLA
https://www.laparks.org/play-la, opens in a new tabPlayLA is a youth sports initiative funded by the City of Los Angeles and the LA28 Organizing Committee, offering free and affordable access to Olympic and Paralympic sports across the city. USA Fencing is proud to support PlayLA by bringing entry-level fencing programs to communities throughout Los Angeles.
If you're interested in becoming involved in the program and helping grow the sport locally, please reach out to PlayLA.
2-4-1 Fencing: Accessible and Affordable Fencing
2-4-1 Fencing helps bring affordable, entry-level fencing experiences to schools, camps and community organizations by pairing simple equipment with coach-friendly curriculum.
For more information, please contact USA Fencing Senior Sports Development Manager Tom Eisenhauer at t.eisenhauer@usafencing.org.
Wounded Warrior Project
USA Fencing is honored to partner with Wounded Warrior Project to introduce Warriors across the country to fencing. These programs offer a supportive space to learn something new, build confidence, and rediscover the joy of movement.
“My prior exposure to fencing was only on TV, and how I’ve always thought of it as a sport only for rich people. So, it was such an AMAZING feeling to finally get the opportunity to experience fencing in real life. I deeply appreciated the intensity, attention-to-detail, and vigorous nature of the sport. All of that combined, made me feel at home for being ex-military!”
— Adams Amisu, U.S. Navy
Interested in learning more? Contact b.mahr@usafencing.org.
Have any questions? Please contact us at information@usafencing.org or call (719)866-4511 and select the membership services extension.
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