New England Fencing Alliance: Programs for Everyone

Recreational:  The recreational program is designed to encourage physical activity in a fun atmosphere while introducing children to the basics of fencing.  These recreational classes are offered for children as young as 7 years old. 

Pre-Competitive: The pre-competitive program is designed for children that display the interest and ability needed to begin preparing for eventual participation on a competitive level.  Training in this program is focused on preparing fencers for the competitive level. Fencers in this program are given the opportunity to participate in competitions in a fun and relaxed manner.  After a period of time in the pre-competitive program, fencers who excel are encouraged to move up into the competitive program if interested. 

Competitive: The competitive program provides training that focuses on physical and psychological conditioning and the development of advanced technique,tactics and strategy in order to prepare for participation in competitions.  Competitive levels vary by age and ability, and fencers are encouraged to move through the levels at their own pace. Through sincere dedication, desire and commitment to the competitive program fencers will have the opportunity to be successful at the local and regional level.

Elite: The elite program consists of talented fencers hand-picked by our Head Coach, Michael Tarascio.  Fencers that display the potential needed to excel in the future are chosen for this program and taught the technique and skills necessary for advanced future endeavors.