My son has been coming to Swordplay for almost a year. The coaches here are very welcoming with kids. It is a great friendly environment for kids. Mary is an amazing coach and mentor. She is always so positive, patient and encouraging. She has very experienced, knowledgeable and professional. My son looks forward to her class. I wish she taught the intermediate/advanced class more often. Jacob at the front desk is also very friendly, welcoming and helpful. I have asked him several questions over the last few months..there isn't anything he doesn't know the answer to. Sam is an awesome armorer. He is always willing to fix anything and everything. Overall it's a great place! I couldn't recommend them enough. read more

My son Julian has been attending this Fencing school located in Burbank and it's a really easy drive and as well as the best fencing team in Los Angeles county!!! And they turned him into Deadly fierce competitor!!! He started doing for foil,and now he does saber. This is an excellent school and Tim Weske, is my sons fencing coach!!! This is an excellent school I love it it's the top rated school in Los Angeles!!! read more

I've been a student of owner TIM WEISKE's for 6+ years and it just gets better with time! My classes at Swordplay is the highlight of my week. Great people, great exercise, great training in foil, epee, whatever type of blade you choose. I started fencing when I was in my 50s, so it's not just for kids. If you want some great cardo mixed with so much fun Swordplay is your place. Everyone there is so good at what they do, especially Tim Weiske - patient, talented and versatile. I have watched kids grow up here under the tutelage of well versed instructors who made the dream of being a swordfighter real. It's one of the first things I proudly tell people when I meet them -"I fence!" And most of the time their response is that they fenced in school or always wanted to fence. Well, now is the time to do it and Swordplay is the place to go! read more

I initially contacted SwordPlay LA to inquire about fencing lessons for my son - I immediately received a response from Jordan and an offer for a free introductory lesson to see if he (my son) likes it and wanted to continue. While I haven't yet taken them up on the offer of the introductory lesson, I later emailed to ask if they do birthday parties. Again, Jordan has been incredibly responsive whether by phone or email answering all of my questions. On the day of the birthday party Ryan arrived early to set up, he was engaging with the eleven 11-year-olds. They all responded to him immediately (quite a feat, let me tell you). All participated and had a great time during the one-hour lesson. I noticed that just a few minutes in, Ryan had already learned the names of several of the kids. He was able to provide a great balance between safety, respect for the rules of fencing, and fun. I am looking forward to trying out the regular lessons at SwordPlay LA. read more

My daughter did fencing at a Ren Faire last summer and has wanted to sign up since. My impression with this facility is that everyone is very nice. Alex works great with your adults. read more

This is one of the coolest place for kids and adults . The price is fair . They make it fun since the first day you try it out . It is a little small studio . Needs to have something for parents to do . I bought my 5 year old and 10 year old , they both loved it .it is also good for girls to join . read more

I went in for the free lesson, the staff was very warm and welcoming and I had a one on one coaching session with a pro fencer. Really loved the vibe of this place, although I didn't really take to fencing. Overall a great place if you're looking to explore your curiosity or train on a more serious note. read more

This place is amazing! My son just completed fencing camp here and he had so much fun. He is hooked on fencing now and wants to take more classes. The instructors, Ben and Jonathan, really made learning fun for the kids while still teaching them fundamentals. I can't wait to bring my son back for more and maybe some training for myself as well! read more

Love love love Swordplay! Trainned here for filming and the whole crew is amazing, friendly, professional, they've all worked in top hollywood films and television shows. If your looking for a bad ass place, look no further. This is your gem! Tim Weske =the best! read more

Don't wast your time with any other company, Swordplay does it all. Great owner, great staff, and very professional.

My 9 year old is a student here. He loves it. He learns a lot, has a great workout, and enjoys it immensely. The instructors are knowledgeable, helpful, patient and fun. read more

This is a sport venue which provides its students with excellent Swordsplay professionals. It is absolutely fun and swordsplay instructors focus on students fundamental knowledge about fencing techniques. read more

Swordplay is one of the best things to have come into my life! I booked a group of private lessons for my fiancé and I as a surprise (both of us have always wanted to learn). I was nervous for our first lesson - would we like it? Would it not be worth the time or money? However, from the moment we met Arielle, our instructor, I knew that this was going to be amazing. Arielle is an attentive and focused instructor who also imbues the lesson with fun. I had no expectations of learning too much on our first lesson but lo and behold we actually got to fence in full gear! Now my favorite part of my week is going to Swordplay with my fiancé and scoring those touches! Thank you Swordplay for the fantastic atmosphere, wonderful people (I have not met anyone I have not liked) and ability to learn the art of fencing! read more

This is a cool place and the only place around for fencing in the area that I know of. Its worth checking out.

My 11 year old son just started taking fencing lessons, and he loves it! The staff is friendly & the instructors are fantastic! In my opinion the prices are reasonable as well. We will definitely continue to come here. read more

Sword play is my favorite fencing studio,which I haven't practice for a while. When I used to play fencing maybe it was about 10 years a go,I had very good time there. Staff are very friendly and kind so all the players and teachers too. If I will start to play fencing again, I will definitely go back there. If anyone interested in play a fencing,this is the place to start with!!! read more

Just had my son's Ninjago birthday party, and it was awesome! The kids (and parents) were engaged the whole time. Even during set up, Ninjas Kai, Zane, and Jay stayed in character and talked with my sons to get them comfortable and learn who they were, to give them and their friends an awesome experience. The ninjas were great with the age group and with my son, who felt like a million bucks when he "defeated" Ninja Jay. (Thanks, Ninja Jay.) Can't tell you how many parents said their kids had a great time and that the performers were amazing. My son was beaming all the way home. Thanks so much for an incredible experience for my sons and their friends and families. I really appreciated the Ninjas' professionalism, athleticism, energy, and humor. Can't recommend enough. read more

Swordplay has wonderful, enthusiastic, and darn-right nice (and patient) instructors. My oldest son has been taking fencing lessons for the past three years and my other son has been taking jedi class for the past year -- they both love it and are heartbroken when they miss class. We've also used Swordplay for several birthday parties -- easily the best entertainment around (our pirate party was the best -- even the adults were in stitches watching the pirates mesmerize the kids). Anyway, just don't take it from me -- my nine-year-old son writes: "I think Swordplay is the best fencing studio in LA. I take lessons there so I know it is great. It is has lots of friendly instructors and it is in a easy place to get to." read more

Compared to the very few fencing studios in the LA region, this one stands out by far. Teachers are great. Classes are fun for the kids and if your child decides to get serious about it, it's absolutely possible to do that here. My son has been coming to Swordplay for six years and now fencing is the only sport he's been consistent about. read more

I sent my 7 year old there for Jedi Camp. Just a warning that taking this camp during the summer can be really hot! They have two wall units of air for the whole space but does not cover the area where they are all day very well. My son got such a bad heat rash that he had to miss the last day of camp. He was really upset by this:( read more

Had heard great things about Swordplay, so sent my 10 year old and 3 of her friends to camp for a week. First day was phenomenal. There were two high energy, engaged instructors. I stayed to observe for an hour. One of the instructors was "filling in." Next day a much less engaged teacher took over. All the kids felt she was an excellent fencer, but a very poor coach/teacher. When I called to express my concern the head of the program was very defensive, (interrupting me a number of times as I was trying to speak, raising her voice...you get the picture). I quickly decided they were not at all interested in feedback, and the best I could hope for, was that our kids would not be treated punitively. Ugh. Sadly, could not recommend. read more

My son has been going to Swordplay for almost two years now and the staff and teachers are amazing! My son is quite difficult when it comes to following directions and focusing and everyone here has been very patient and supportive towards my son. My son LOVES to come to Swordplay! read more

My son started taking private lessons and classes here about 2 years ago, when he was 11. We looked around at a few different studios and he chose SwordPlay because he said it was friendlier. He has had classes with a few different teachers over the years and he has liked them all. I like that SwordPlay has a variety of teaching styles. When my son first started his teacher (for privates) was very casual and friendly, which was perfect for him at the time. Now that he is competing in tournaments, he switched to a teacher that is more formal and challenging (while still very friendly). We have all been very happy with this studio. I expect they'll be seeing us around there for many years to come. read more

My son has been a student at Swordplay since August of 2013. He is only 8, but already has learned so much from his private lessons and classes. Every teacher has been fun, patient, helpful, and hard working. They are all very well trained and so easy to work with. They make class fun for the kids too. My son doesn't like to do anything, and I usually have to drag him to various activities like baseball and theater. But even though we drive from Orange County to attend his fencing classes, he never complains. He loves it, and I love to watch him. I love the skills he is learning. In addition to being great exercise, fencing teaches discipline, strategy, respect and hard work. It's a fantastic alternative to the video games my son could play 8 hours a day if I let him. He gets to wield a sword, and sometimes pretend he is a character in his favorite game or movie. He played Hunger Games the other day with other kids and instructors. He can't wait until he is 10 and gets to use the bigger weapons. So we will definitely be sticking around for a few more years. Finding something my son likes to do in addition to playing video games is priceless. Finding a studio that I like is even better. read more