11/4/19 I always went by this place in the past few years,…read morebut never knew of its existence. Maybe its because I did not see the fencing sign sitting outside the main doors. Nevertheless, today I did notice the sign and decided to check it out. It has been a long time since I have done fencing, but i took to it at a fast rate. Out of the three types of fencing I have done, Saber is the only one I haven't experienced. The art of slashing doesn't come into Epee and Foil, unless it's a real duel...and if that is the case, you can rest assure your hands and feet will be used too...but I digress. I met the executive of the establishment. Her name is Connie Schreiber and she did do fencing, but I think she is a better swordsman than she claims to be. She gave me a tour of her establishment and when she was done, told me about some of the staff members and the people in some of the photos. Two of her staff have been in the Olympics and won medals. Other students have done very well in tournaments. Apparently Connie Schreiber's Academy has been number one for nearly a decade. This says a lot about how the students are trained. I remember when I learned about foot work and other fundamentals of fencing at Montgomery College in Rockville Maryland, part of me wanted to just get on with the bouts. I quickly realized that the fundamentals and history of fencing are just as important as the bouts...unless you wish to call them duels. I a strongly thinking about joining as a way of exercising. Maybe I might get my wife into this too. If I remember correctly, there is a $49 membership fee and it costs $125 per month. I forgot to ask what it may cost for your own fencing outfit, because some people may not want to use a used fencers uniform. I saw students arriving and some were in uniform, so you can buy your own uniform. You will need it if your going to compete in actual tournaments. If not, there are uniforms you can wear. I will return and try this out for a month or two. We will see in the next few weeks or next month.

Our kids have been fencing at Fencing Sports Academy for nearly 4 years and at the moment they…read moreare at a high level competing both national and international. The classes and coaching are great. FSA and its coaches are widely recognized for their technique. The coaches take a patient and encouraging "long view" when developing young fencers. The office staff is friendly and responsive. This club is for those who are serious about fencing, as well as anyone interested in learning about the sport. The club offers private lessons, group classes, and coaching at major competitions. There are classes for beginners, intermediate, and elite fencers. Many of the advanced level fencers participate in on Friday nights every week. . For children, the fencing season begins in September and ends with the Summer National Championships in July. Consider a couple of 20-minute private lessons before committing to a series of classes and buying fencing gear.

I had my whole Girl Scout troop come to CFA and it was a total blast, the coaches were super nice!…read moreCoach Jose taught us the why about fencing, Coach Iñaki taught us how to do a lot of warmups to get us moving and by the end the girls were able to fence each other, over all this was my favorite Girl Scout field trip. 10 out of 10 want to come back again!

My son loves it and has lots of fun. Everyone is very nice. He has loved fencing ever since he…read morestarted here.

Myself, my mother, my sister and my niece patronized AIC and LOVED everything about our time…read morethere!!! Fencing was something that my mother wanted to do as part of numerous adventurous birthday outings and I am glad that she chose AIC!! From the time we arrived to the time we left, we were welcomed by the staff with open arms, warm smiles and attentiveness to us properly learning the basics of the sport while having fun. We got to see one of the staff members training his student, did some drills, took plenty of pics and videos, and even got on the mats to battle. We haven't stopped talking about how awesome the time spent was and how we can't wait to do it again! I definitely recommend AIC!!

From the owner: We are enrolling now for our Winter camp via:…read more www.aicfencing.org/camps-1 AIC fencing Club is committed to the promotion of the Olympic fencing sport. Our comprehensive program of the Fencing is to promote intellectual development, self-discipline and confidence, focus, strategic thinking, physical exercise, character shaping, potential discovery and pursuing excellence through fencing. ​ Our new state-of-the-art facility in Herndon Virginia has ten full -size fencing strips at nearly 9,000 square feet. We want to create a vibrant and diverse community of members and friends united by a passion for fencing, guided by core values of respect, community service and outreach, maximizing opportunities and inclusion.

The club is fantastic, the members are very nice, and the coaching is incredible. I would give this…read moreclub a 6-star out of 5-stars if I could. I am an adult novice to fencing. I received lots of 1-on-1 coaching, drilling, and exercises that greatly improved my comfort and skill in a short time. The coaches and athletes are all extremely welcoming and spend a great deal teaching. I would HIGHLY recommend ASER fencing academy to absolutely anyone thinking about getting into fencing!

From the owner: One free week trial, All equipment will be providedread more

My son caught the fencing bug. He took an intro class thru Howard County in 2020 and has been…read moretaking classes ever since. The coaches are great!

From the owner: First class FREE…read more OnTarget Fencing Club, 10830 Guilford Road, Suit 309, Annapolis Junction Maryland, 20701 offers classes for kids and adults that wish to learn the sport of fencing both competitive and recreational.

I have very much enjoyed my time at Penta over the last year; fun summer and private lessons, and…read moremade lots of friends. Thank you to all the coaches

This is a great fencing club. I'm 50 years old and had serious reservation about starting fencing…read moreat this age. However, you work up a sweat running up and down the mat and parring and jabbing at your opponent. It's a great way to work out without the boredom of running stationary in a gym. Basically, you will spend the first half of the class stretching out and learning basic moves, such as stance, forward and backward footwork as well as attack and defense. The later half is spend picking up "games" (bouts) with other fencers. Thus, you get to immediately try out the lessons you learned. You can just about try to fence with anyone (and in fact is encouraged): young or old, short or tall, experience or not, it doesn't matter since each one brings their own nuances to the game. It really is a mind game as well as physical fencing techniques. Once hooked, you keep thinking about the next lesson and how you plan to "beat" the opponent (in a friendly way, of course). There are more kids than adults at this time, so I think bringing your children to fence would be no problem in terms of finding a suitable partner to bout. The three coaches are top notch and very friendly. They try to make fencing more fun than a grueling workout. Give it a try.

This place is amazing! Even with covid precautions still in place I felt safe and welcome. The…read moremembers are very friendly and are outgoing enough that you don't feel like a stranger when you walk in. The level of fencing is pretty high and they have quite a number of seriously rated fencers. I noticed that they had a separate group for beginner or recreational fencers which is nice. Their space is set up so that the serious fencers can be in one part and the others in a different section. Easy to get to and plenty of parking. I had a great time and will be going more.

This is the 3rd fencing program in Maryland my son has been part of and it is the best. He's…read moreconstantly developing as a fencer and the cost is fair and easy to understand without the crazy array of sub charges found at other fencing clubs. The people are great too!

Rick and Becca bring fencing to Arlington, so that it is accessible to everyone. In an area known…read morefor outlandish rent, Rick makes sure the tuition is accessible to nearly everyone, and to those for whom it is not, scholarships are available. I've been coached by four other former world champions (in other sports), and it's a breath of fresh air to have been coached by Becca. As one would expect, she is demanding on the floor, but she is wonderfully down-to-earth off the floor. A true role model as an athlete and a person. We are lucky to have ready access to such a coaching staff in Arlington.

Mr. Ray Finkelman is a very competent teacher. He is enthusiastic, and careful with details. Safety…read morefirst, and last. His epee class has been excellent

From the owner: Chevy Chase Fencing Club offers group classes in the Olympic sport of fencing for children…read more(Saturdays) and adults (Wednesdays). Equipment is provided. We also have club practice and private lessons available for more advanced fencers (Tuesdays & Thursdays). Check our website for our summer hours.