USFA Fencing Program (competitive)
Three payment options designed to fit your schedule, level of commitment, and budget.
Option 1
- No membership fee for the first two months
- Two group classes per week $200/MO includes a dedicated personal fencing uniform and equipment
Private lesson $40 each for 30 minutes Sold in packs of five for $200
- Bring your own equipment or rent our dedicated personal uniform with electrical scoring equipment $50/MO (refundable security deposit $300)
Option 2
- Includes: Unlimited group lessons, open fencing, flexibility to pause monthly payments
- Annual membership fee $600 +
- Three group classes per week $300/MO or
Private lesson $40 each for 30 minutes Sold in packs of five for $200
- Bring your own equipment or rent our dedicated personal uniform with electrical scoring equipment $50/MO (refundable security deposit $300)
Option 3
- Includes: Membership, unlimited group lessons, and open fencing
12-months $3,300
10-months $3,000
6-month $2,000
3-month $1,000 Private lesson $40 each for 30 minutes Sold in packs of five for $200
- Bring your own equipment or rent a dedicated personal uniform with electrical scoring equipment $50/MO (refundable security deposit $300)
Details
Dedicated and personal USFA regulation uniforms are available for rent or purchase from WAY. This includes all necessary safety and electrical scoring equipment required for the sport.
10% discount for the 2nd family member
10% discount for full-time teachers and first responders, health care workers
Frequently Asked Questions
Option 1: Introductory plans have NO membership fees for the first two months. Upon the third month, an annual membership is due which goes to support the infrastructure of the club. There is a limit of two group classes per week (8 per month) but more is possible for an added $20 per class. Private lessons are encouraged but not required.
Option 2: Level 1 & 2 are monthly + membership is a hybrid model taking the best of both flexible and fixed plans. Once you pay your upfront membership fee you have the flexibility to pay month to month while getting the benefits of the fixed unlimited plan. Ideal for families that budget on a month to month basis.
Fixed plans are discounted bundled packages for committed fencers that want to save money. This is the best value plan we offer as it includes fee annual membership (-$600) plus unlimited lessons, open fencing and four private lessons per month. A bargain!
Having a balance of both private and group lessons is recommended but if you are short on time due to logistics we recommend you focus on private lessons combined with open bouting and tournaments to reach your goals.
Group lessons are 1.5 hours in duration. Group lessons are progressive, well-rounded, sessions consisting of conditioning, stretching, footwork, technical blade work, and paired tournament fencing application using full electrical scoring.
Private lessons are necessary to be successful in today's competitive environment. The critical nuances of the distance and timing cannot be taught in a group class setting. Each private lesson is 40 minutes in total consisting of 10 min. independent warm-up, 20 minutes technical 1:1 instruction, and 10 min. of independent reinforcement. Appointments are reserved online a la carte or can be booked by us as a "standing reservations" for fixed plans.
Yes, when you start mid-month we'll manually refund you back the difference on whatever package you purchase. Your initial purchase will be for the full value of the package and then we manually adjust after calculations. Usually within one day of the date of sale.
It should be noted that we do not prorate bundled deals so please do not ask us if you can pay the 12-month rate for fewer months.
The "fine print":
- USFA membership is required to participate in any fencing activities. Parents are responsible for joining the USFA and paying the minimum dues ($10 as of July 2019). This is an insurance mandate that must be done prior to starting lessons.
- Equipment rental or purchase is required now so we can assign and give you a personal exclusive and dedicated kit.
Cancelation of private lessons must be done online or in writing (text or email) 24-hours prior to start. No exceptions! You will be charged if you fail to cancel in advance. Coaches rely on accurate and consistent attendance.
That all depends on the age of the student, skill, and goals. We designed our pricing to give you the OPTION to "tiptoe" in (one day a week for example) or go all in and train multiple days.
As a general rule and to keep pace with other students willing to make fencing their sport, not just an activity, we recommend training 4 to 10 two days a week plus one private lesson and more when competing in the USFA.
You can purchase more lessons a la carte $40 per private lesson sold in five or ten packs
We invite you to book online or call us and let us help you get started. Fencing is hard enough booking a lesson need not be. Drop us an email or text and we'll try to accommodate your needs.