175 De Haro Street, San Francisco, California 94103, United States
Interested in getting started with fencing?
Classes designed for every experience level
Beginner
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginners with less than six months of experience start in the Beginner program.
Instruction covers proper stance, holding the weapon, foundational footwork, eye-hand coordination, basic attacks, parries, and fencing rules.
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
After mastering the basics, students advance to the intermediate level, focusing on speed, agility, and stamina.
They learn to use electrical scoring equipment and participate in group bouts. At this stage, students are encouraged to compete in local, regional, and national tournaments.
Advanced
Intermediate
Advanced
Fencers who seek national and international results learn complex offensive sequences and more complex footwork. A lot of attention is given to mental preparedness and strategies.
FALL 2024 SCHEDULE (BEGINS 9/2)
Recommended Programs
Our programs are designed around four levels that reflect the natural development and progression of fencers. At each level, we recommend a combination of group classes and private lessons that we believe will best support a fencer’s growth to the next stage.
Musketeer
Recommended for Beginner Level
- One group class per week
- One private lesson per week
- Fencing equipment provided for first 2 months
Star
Recommended for Intermediate Level
- Two group classes per week
- Two private lesson per week
Champion
Recommended for Advanced Level
- Three group classes per week
- Three 20-minute private lessons per week
Olympian
Recommended for serious athletes at any level
- Unlimited classes and open bouting
- Three 40-minute private lessons per week
Contact us for program pricing
Golden State Fencing Academy
175 De Haro Street, San Francisco, California 94103, United States
Business Hours
Open today | 04:30 pm – 10:00 pm |