I don't usually give 5 stars, ur from the first visit, I was super impressed, and by the second…read morevisit, I was yet again impressed and became a member. The other genders are super warm and inviting. There is a wide array of people at many skill levels to fence with. Everyone is encouraging, and friendly from the start. The coat is very modest, and the value is insanely high. It was easy to find my "Home fencing club". You get to fence so much, my skill is rapidly growing as I become better and better, they encourage and challenge you, I suddenly found that I too am "They" as they envelope me to become a part of the whole. I am amongst friends to poke with my epee. You'd be hard pressed to find better friends and a better place to fence. That is why they get 5 stars.

My kids have fenced here over a year. They've improved greatly since joining this club. We love…read morecoach Juan and his staff. They care for the kids and teach their craft masterfully! This club is far from where we live, but we make the drive past closer clubs because we love this club. Thank you for teaching my sons and for having this wonderful facility!!!

I've had 3 experiences there, and I explained to Saul I had been out of fencing for several decades…read moreand needed everything all over again. He did that very thing, he assembled a package for me for literally everything that I'd need. I wanted to own several weapons, I ended up returning several times and buying three weapons. One is my home "beater"'that I attack targets at my house, the other two are high end, one French one pistol grip, I like them both, although I find myself favoring my BF French grip epee the most, although I do love my BF ortho grip as the blade stiffness and ortho grip makes it easier to reposte and flick. Sauo builds my weapon to order, and when I pick it up, he will fit it to me and make any changes on the spot. As to Victoria, she is a sweetheart. Super helpful and very nice. I feel comfortable there. Saul is both a coach and Olympic champion, he knows how to read me as to what I need. My thanks to Saul and Victoria.

I just talked to Vickie on the phone, she was absolutely rude and unprofessional. I placed an order…read moreonline and when I received my package I had missing items inside. I emailed and called the place to leave a voicemail, but never heard back. I tried calling back again later in the day and talked to Saul. He knew of this situation and said he would refund me. Half hour later, I got a call back from Vickie. She was on the phone assuming that I received the items and wanted a refund! In my email, I only asked for a replacement of the item so my daughter could get it before her first class next week, I didn't ask for a refund. But Saul told me the item isn't in stock and on backorder so they don't know when the items will be in, so that's the reason I asked for a refund so I can purchase it elsewhere and have it ready for class. Vickie is absolutely rude, she made assumptions on the phone the entire time, til the point I had to ask What she was trying to imply?! At that point she said she would issue me the refund and still imply before she hung up that "if I find it later in my house to return it back to her" My review and comment is just to let others know that if you make purchases online to be careful. It's not the amount of the item, but the common courtesy of good customer service and being a respectful business. If your item is missing, she will just assume you're trying to jip her off. This totally ruined the experience for me and I would not buy from them again! If you're looking into fencing gears, do yourself a big favor and look elsewhere

Before Covid, I showed up at Michael's fencing school, way out of shape but ready to give it my…read morebest. The workout was intense--pushed me to my limits--but I could see the passion and dedication Michael brought to his teaching. Now, over four years later, I'd still love to train with him, though I'd probably need a little extra stamina (and maybe a backup defibrillator!)

Teacher micheal is the best fencing sports player! My kids really like fencing with him! We have 2…read moreclass every week, my daughters keep doing practice and become more and more stronger, also gets a lot of fencing skill, keep going then make the kids more happy!

Best Best place in SD you will love it ! Please bring your kids. This is the best sport and best…read moreplace ever !!!

I have been involved in fencing in variety of capacities on and off for about 40 years…read more Visited GSA last weekend. Very impressed with facilities and location. Close to the freeway, many stores/restaurants nearby. The salle itself puts safety and comfort of fencers first. There are separate well appointed rooms for parents, kids, homework doing students, etc. Coaching is on very high level, the club has produced in short time a few national event medalists. Looking forward to more results, great athletes from the Golden Sabre Academy.

EFA has a wonderful community and is a fantastic club that provides useful skills for both on and…read moreoff the strip. I have been fencing for over a decade because of this club, and my recommendation for it couldn't be higher.

My previous 4.5 star review is now a resolute 5. Team Touche has been fantastic in adapting to the…read morepandemic, immediately establishing online classes at the beginning of the shutdown, and now carefully reopening for in-person private lessons and sparring sessions. Group classes continue to be virtual only. Daily club procedures include: - Temperature checks upon arrival for all clients and staff - Cloth face masks required for students and staff whenever in the building; these can be worn over the fencing mask during lessons - Fencing bags placed in designated spots which are sanitized immediately after each lesson - Thorough sanitation of entire club every 2 hours - Closed lobby to spectators

Six years ago, after the intensity of several competition seasons of rhythmic gymnastics, we were…read moreready for a fun and friendly environment for our daughter to do sports and we chose fencing at Team Touche, not too far from our house. And fun she had! Six years later, every night, she is still excited to go to practice at TTFC. And as an additional bonus, along the way, in March, she became the 2019 US National Champion in Women's Foil in the cadet and Junior categories. And now at 16 years old, she is ranked as one of the top women's foil fencers in the country and this season, she has represented the US at international fencing competitions (World Cups. Grand Prix) on both Senior and Junior USA National Teams. Coach Tedd is simply amazing! His unique coaching style combines friendliness and fun with top world-class fencing expertise. And now that the club has grown, there are also other great coaches working at TTFC and we take lessons from them as well. Coach Raul brings international-level fencing and coaching expertise from Cuba - one of the strongest fencing schools. For many years, he himself was a top-level international fencer and now he is sharing his knowledge with TTFC students of all levels and ages. Coach Alex is also an outstanding resource for us. His intimate knowledge of all the technical inner-workings of both epee and foil fencing and his decades of experience coaching national team member from many countries has proved to be essential to our daughter's success in this sport. I am so glad that fencing specialists of truly top world-level caliber turned out to be at a club right here in San Diego, just a few minutes from our house in Carmel Valley.

Update...they called back and apologized and made an attempt to fix the rude short attitude…read more Called and got the owner in the phone. Very pushy, arrogant and ZERO help for scheduling a beginner session. On top of that he was rude and didn't really seem to want my business. Also said he's leaving town and had no time. I asked if I could speak to the person who will be managing while he is away and he said no. The phone goes to his mobile number. I'll just assume when he's in Europe their will be no way of scheduling or speaking to anyone at the facility while he's away. I DO NOT RECOMMEND this fencing studio. They don't want your business.

This is where champions grow up! Coaches pay a lot of attention to personal approach, support and…read moremotivate athletes . Your kids can find a lot of friends. My daughter fencing year and 6 months, but already has 5 medals from city competitions!

I went to LionHeart Academy for both the Archery League event and German longsword beginner…read moreclasses. The instructors and students here were super nice!!

My son has been here for two years. He loves to come, and we have seen much improvement. He said…read morethe coaches are patient and knowledgeable.

Claire is the Best!! Every child that learns with Claire is very. Very lucky. She has the most…read moreamazing way with children and her horses are wonderful. Her love and bond with her horses is evident. Claire is absolutely the best person to introduce and nurture our children in learning about horses and building a lifelong connection with horses. Each child learns at their own pace.

I love Clare! Her love for these horses and passion to teach kiddos about them is above and beyond…read more My about to be 7 year old goes to Clare's for 3 or so hours once a week to not just ride but CARE for these amazing animals. She brushes them, feeds them and loves them, teaching her about work ethic and connection. Highly recommend the experience with Clare! We have so much love and admiration for this wonderful lady.

Traditional but easy going, if you are interested in learning any of fencing's variations, this is…read moredefinitely the place to try. The people are friendly and everyone is warmly welcomed, beginners and experts alike.

From the owner: San Diego's oldest and best fencing club. Internationally…read moreaccredited instructors. Group lessons as well as private instruction. Full-service fencing equipment repair. Lessons in theatrical fencing. Pro shop and replica weapons.