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The Olympic and Paralympic sport you can start at any age. Fun, safe, and welcoming — find beginner classes near you.

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Why Families Choose Fencing 

  • Active & Social

  • Safe by Design

  • Builds Body & Brain

  • Welcoming to All

  • Great Coaches

  • Choose Your Path

My 11‑year‑old found a sport where effort and respect matter most.
Parent of a beginner fencer
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Safety & Coaching

Safe, Supervised, Geared Up — Protective gear and structured instruction keep beginners safe as they learn.

Supportive Coaches — Coaches emphasize respect, maturity, and sportsmanship alongside technique.

One of the Safest — Fencing is consistently ranked as one of the safest Olympic/Paralympic sports because of mandatory protective gear and strict rules that prohibit body contact, resulting in a very low injury rate compared to most other sports. 

Weapons at a Glance 

Epee, foil and saber are the three weapons used in fencing. While fencers may compete in more than one event, most modern fencers choose to sharpen their skills in one weapon. See the look of each weapon below. The valid target area for each weapon is indicated in orange. The white areas are off target.

  • Epee

  • Foil

  • Saber

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  • Following the Action

  • Fencing Fast Facts

En garde! Prêts? Allez!
(On guard! Ready? Fence!)

Where Fencing Can Lead 

Where can this great sport take you? The potential is limitless.

  • Confidence & Life Skills

  • Community for All Ages

  • High‑School & College Paths

Parent FAQs 

You have questions? We have answers. If anything isn't answered here, email us at information@usafencing.org.

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