Fencing
Camp
Experience the Olympic sport of fencing at the United States Air Force Academy. Train with Air Force Fencing coaches, develop your technique, strategy and conditioning, and sharpen your skills in epee, foil or sabre.
Technique Camp
Advanced Camp
Experience Fencing at the Academy
Air Force Fencing Camp gives young athletes an opportunity to improve in one of the most technical, strategic and demanding Olympic sports while training at the United States Air Force Academy.
Campers work with Air Force Fencing coaches and staff while developing individual fencing skills, footwork, coordination, conditioning, tactics and competitive awareness.
Instruction is offered in epee, foil and sabre, with campers grouped according to experience and skill level to create an appropriate developmental and competitive environment.
Campers Per Session
Each Air Force Fencing Camp session is capped at 40 campers, allowing coaches to provide focused instruction and meaningful repetitions throughout the week.
Two Fencing Experiences
Each session is designed for a different level of fencing experience and athlete development.
Technique Camp
Session 1 introduces campers to the fundamentals of fencing while helping developing fencers improve their existing skills. Beginners are welcome.
Campers work on fundamentals of epee, foil and sabre along with motor skills, footwork, coordination and physical fitness.
Athletes can expect instruction in basic movements, weapon concepts and partner sparring in a safe and controlled environment.
Check-In: Sunday, June 13
Advanced Camp
Session 2 is designed for experienced and advanced fencers looking to improve technique, strategy, conditioning and competitive performance.
The session emphasizes the camper's weapon of choice — epee, foil or sabre — while providing advanced instruction in coordination, tactics, conditioning and bouting.
This camp is particularly suited for athletes who have competed at the regional or national level and can serve as preparation for Summer Nationals.
Check-In: Sunday, June 20
Important Camp Information
Review these important details before completing your Air Force Fencing Camp registration.
Boarder Age
Campers staying overnight must be at least 12 years old.
Camp Capacity
Each Fencing Camp session is limited to 40 campers.
Weapons
Camp instruction includes epee, foil and sabre, with athletes working in their selected weapon group.
Session 1
Technique Camp welcomes beginning fencers as well as athletes who already have experience in the sport.
Session 2
Advanced Camp is designed primarily for experienced fencers, including athletes competing at the regional or national level.
Equipment Required
All campers must bring their own complete fencing equipment and be fully equipped in order to participate.
Fencing Equipment
Campers are responsible for bringing complete fencing equipment for their selected weapon.
Fencing Equipment
Campers should arrive with a fencing jacket, underarm protector, knickers, long socks, mask, fencing glove, body cords, athletic or fencing shoes and electric weapons of choice.
Foil and sabre athletes should also bring the appropriate lamé. Female athletes should bring a chest protector.
Daily Training Items
Campers should also bring gym shorts and T-shirts for conditioning and activities outside of fencing-specific training.
A personal water bottle is strongly recommended for all daily activities.
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