This zoom camp is aimed at kids ages 7-12. If you've already done our Intro class, great! If not, no worries - we'll go over the basics again. Learners will need a sturdy toy sword - foam works best, but plastic is good too - and a sturdy target to hit, like a pillow in a chair.

In our virtual classes, a coach demonstrates all the movements for you and works alongside the learners, so they always have an example to follow. Our classes feature a lot of games to challenge fencers' minds and bodies, because children learn through play. Learners should come ready to exercise and ready to sweat, because we're going to keep you moving!

Class outline:

Day 1: (Re)Introduction to Olympic fencing - its history and the three weapons
Day 2: Stage combat - moves, tricks, and how it's different from Olympic fencing
Day 3: Defense and offense - how to block and how to avoid blocks, in both Olympic and stage styles

10 minutes: Greeting, introductions, info on the daily topic
5 minutes: Warmup game
15 minutes: Fencing footwork
20 minutes: Bladework - hitting, defending, and other moves
5 minutes: Closing game

No experience is necessary.