PROGRAMS

Beginner Program

LJFA’s Beginner Fencing Program is designed to introduce our new athletes to the sport of fencing. Ages 8 to 16 are welcome! In the Beginner Class, our new fencers focus on the intangible skills of fencing: footwork, blade work, agility, and conditioning in a safe and fun group environment.

All equipment is provided for a student taking beginner group classes and private lessons here at LJFA for the first 3 months. After that you will need to purchase your own set of equipment.

Beginner classes are offered for 2 different age groups. Each class is 1.5 hour.

All new students who have never fenced before must take an “Intro to Fencing” trial class before joining our beginner program.

To sign up for your FREE TRIAL class, please complete the safety waiver below and send it to lajollafencing@gmail.com at least a day before the requested trial class.

Youth Age 8–11

Monday, Wednesday 4–5:30pm
and Saturday 11:30–1pm

  • $200 First Month Trial (2 x 20min private lessons & 3 weekly classes)
  • $220/month for 2 classes per week
  • $330/month for 3 classes per week

Junior Age 12–16

Monday, Wednesday 6–7:30pm
Saturday 1–2:30pm
Wednesday Open Fencing 7:30–9pm

  • $200 First Month Trial (2 x 20min private lessons & 3 weekly classes)
  • $220/month for 2 classes per week
  • $330/month for 3 classes per week + Wednesday open fencing
  • $35 per drop-in* open fencing session

1–2 Private lessons per week are recommended

  • 20 minutes private lesson $60 or $70 (depending on the coach)

We offer siblings a 10% discount on fencing classes.

Please arrive 5 minutes prior to a class or a private lesson. Please wear long pants, a t-shirt and non marking athletic shoes. Please bring your own water bottle.
Class package fees are billed monthly. The price for each month is the same regardless of the number of class days. We do not pro-rate or make up for missed classes. We only pro-rate class package fees if you are missing two or more consecutive weeks of classes. La Jolla Fencing Academy must be notified by email (lajollafencing@gmail.com) before the start of the month for the pro-ration to be made in the upcoming month.
USA Fencing Membership is required for all students:
$29 per year non-competitive or $99 per year competitive
Contact LJFA office to discuss and reserve your monthly class packages. Class packages are not available for online purchasing.
NO WALK-INS ARE ALLOWED into a class or a private lesson. The safety waiver below must be filled out by a parent/guardian or an adult athlete and emailed to lajollafencing@gmail.com at least 24 hours prior to the first on-site practice. Thank you for your cooperation!

Intermediate Program

Fencers who have a solid fencing foundation are recommended to participate in LJFA’s Intermediate Class Programs. The goal for this program is to build a foundation for our athletes to compete in tournaments or to continue fencing recreationally at a higher level. Only fencers with prior fencing experience can join this class with coaches’ approval.

Intermediate classes are offered for 2 different age groups. Each class is 1.5 hour.

Youth Age 9–12

Tuesday, Thursday
and Friday 4–5:30pm

  • $200 First Month Trial (2 x 20min private lessons & 3 weekly classes)
  • $220/month for 2 classes per week
  • $330/month for 3 classes per week
  • Per coaches' invitation only
  • 1 weekly private lesson is mandatory

Junior Age 12–16

Monday, Wednesday 6–7:30pm
Saturday 1–2:30pm
Wednesday Open Fencing 7:30–9pm

  • $200 First Month Trial (2 x 20min private lessons & 3 weekly classes)
  • $220/month for 2 classes per week
  • $330/month for 3 classes per week + Wednesday open fencing
  • $35 per drop-in* open fencing session

1–2 Private lessons per week are recommended

  • 20 minutes private lesson $60 or $70 (depending on the coach)

We offer siblings a 10% discount on fencing classes.

Please arrive 5 minutes prior to a class or a private lesson. Please wear long pants, a t-shirt and non marking athletic shoes. Please bring your own water bottle.
Class package fees are billed monthly. The price for each month is the same regardless of the number of class days. We do not pro-rate or make up for missed classes. We only pro-rate class package fees if you are missing two or more consecutive weeks of classes. La Jolla Fencing Academy must be notified by email (lajollafencing@gmail.com) before the start of the month for the pro-ration to be made in the upcoming month.
USA Fencing Membership is required for all students:
$29 per year non-competitive or $99 per year competitive
Contact LJFA office to discuss and reserve your monthly class packages. Class packages are not available for online purchasing.
NO WALK-INS ARE ALLOWED into a class or a private lesson. The safety waiver below must be filled out by a parent/guardian or an adult athlete and emailed to lajollafencing@gmail.com at least 24 hours prior to the first on-site practice. Thank you for your cooperation!

COMPETITIVE / ELITE Program

Our invitation-only competitive programs are designed for advanced fencers who compete at local, regional, national, and international tournaments. The training programs are designed to help our athletes to reach their fencing goals to become nationally top-rated athletes and get recruited to fence at colleges and universities. Coach’s consent is required to join our competitive classes.

Competitive Elite Youth
Age 9-13

Monday, Wednesday 4:30-6pm
Saturday 11:30-1pm

  • $330/month for 3 classes per week
  • Per coaches' invitation only
  • 2 weekly private lesson is mandatory

Competitive Elite Junior
Age 13 and Up

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 6-9pm
Saturday 9am-11:30am

  • $385/month Unlimited classes and open fencing
  • $45 per drop-in* class
  • $35 per drop-in* open fencing session
  • $110/month for open fencing UCSD
  • Per coaches' invitation only
  • 2 weekly private lessons are mandatory
  • 20 minutes private lesson $60 or $70 (depending on the coach)

We offer siblings a 10% discount on fencing classes.

Please arrive 5 minutes prior to a class or a private lesson. Please wear long pants, a t-shirt and non marking athletic shoes. Please bring your own water bottle.
Class package fees are billed monthly. The price for each month is the same regardless of the number of class days. We do not pro-rate or make up for missed classes. We only pro-rate class package fees if you are missing two or more consecutive weeks of classes. La Jolla Fencing Academy must be notified by email (lajollafencing@gmail.com) before the start of the month for the pro-ration to be made in the upcoming month.
USA Fencing Membership is required for all students:
$29 per year non-competitive or $99 per year competitive
Contact LJFA office to discuss and reserve your monthly class packages. Class packages are not available for online purchasing.
NO WALK-INS ARE ALLOWED into a class or a private lesson. The safety waiver below must be filled out by a parent/guardian or an adult athlete and emailed to lajollafencing@gmail.com at least 24 hours prior to the first on-site practice. Thank you for your cooperation!

ADULT Program

La Jolla Fencing Academy offers a well-crafted fencing class for adults who are ready to jump onto the strip and learn something that is not only challenging but also extremely rewarding. This class is recommended for physically active individuals who regularly exercise 2-3 times a week.

Adult Age 18–55
+ equipment

Monday Class 7:30-9pm
Saturday Class 3-4:30pm
Wednesday Open Fencing 7:30-9pm

  • $165/month for 1 class per week
  • $220/month for 2 classes per week + open fencing
  • $45 per drop-in* class
  • $35 per drop-in* open fencing session
Please arrive 5 minutes prior to a class or a private lesson. Please wear long pants, a t-shirt and non marking athletic shoes. Please bring your own water bottle.
* Drop-in classes do not require monthly enrollment. You can take classes from our daily schedule.
Class package fees are billed monthly. The price for each month is the same regardless of the number of class days. We do not pro-rate or make up for missed classes. We only pro-rate class package fees if you are missing two or more consecutive weeks of classes. La Jolla Fencing Academy must be notified by email (lajollafencing@gmail.com) before the start of the month for the pro-ration to be made in the upcoming month.
USA Fencing Membership is required for all students:
$29 per year non-competitive or $99 per year competitive
Contact LJFA office to discuss and reserve your monthly class packages. Class packages are not available for online purchasing.
NO WALK-INS ARE ALLOWED into a class or a private lesson. The safety waiver below must be filled out by a parent/guardian or an adult athlete and emailed to lajollafencing@gmail.com at least 24 hours prior to the first on-site practice. Thank you for your cooperation!

Private Lessons

At LJFA we emphasize that private lessons are the best way for aspiring fencers to learn the sport at the highest possible level. We offer a 20-minute one-on-one session with a coach for beginner, intermediate and elite competitive fencers. A coach teaches the important skills of fencing: footwork, blade work, and strategy. LJFA members may book private lessons through our office by sending an email to lajollafrencing@gmail.com. Please remember that our coaches’ availability is limited.

Private Lessons

  • 20 minutes private lesson + equipment $60 or $70
    (depending on the coach)
Please arrive 5 minutes prior to a class or a private lesson. Please wear long pants, a t-shirt and non marking athletic shoes. Please bring your own water bottle.
* Drop-in classes do not require monthly enrollment. You can take classes from our daily schedule.
Class package fees are billed monthly. The price for each month is the same regardless of the number of class days. We do not pro-rate or make up for missed classes. We only pro-rate class package fees if you are missing two or more consecutive weeks of classes. La Jolla Fencing Academy must be notified by email (lajollafencing@gmail.com) before the start of the month for the pro-ration to be made in the upcoming month.
USA Fencing Membership is required for all students:
$29 per year non-competitive or $99 per year competitive
Contact LJFA office to discuss and reserve your monthly class packages. Class packages are not available for online purchasing.
NO WALK-INS ARE ALLOWED into a class or a private lesson. The safety waiver below must be filled out by a parent/guardian or an adult athlete and emailed to lajollafencing@gmail.com at least 24 hours prior to the first on-site practice. Thank you for your cooperation!