STEP Onto THE STRIP
A welcoming Springfield club where new and experienced fencers learn, train, and grow — guided by Coach Sekou, an FIE Master Coach & International Referee, and ArtDu’s skilled coaching team.
Ages 4½ and up · Beginners welcome
Private lessons · Competitive training
Épée, sabre, foil
Young Beginners, ages 4½–6, start in foil. From there we specialize in épée and sabre — each has its own target area, scoring rules and pace.
Épée
Whole body is target and there is no right of way, so every clean hit counts. The most patient of the three — it rewards fencers who read an opponent and wait. Led by Coach Sekou, FIE Master Coach and international referee.
Sabre
Cuts and thrusts anywhere above the waist, and the fastest of the three — touches are decided in a fraction of a second. Suits fencers who like speed and aggression. Coached by Janine, from fundamentals through competitive bouting.
Foil
Torso-only target with right of way, and the lightest of the three blades. It is the standard first weapon at most clubs, which is why our Young Beginners start here — footwork, distance and timing before anything else.
Ready to enroll?
Register your fencer, choose your annual membership, and pick a training plan. Season starts Monday, August 31.
