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“Best organization I could have gotten my kids involved in.”
– Anne M
Fencing challenges both the mind and body. At RIFAC, we appreciate and respect each student’s individual ability and unique personality.
Youth classes are for kids ages 8-14.
7-week session: $240. All equipment is provided at no extra charge.
Our awesome summer camps are also a great place for beginners to get started!
| Level | Day/Time | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Youth (ages 8-14) | Thursday, 5:45-6:45pm | May 1- Jun 12, 2025 |
| Youth (ages 8-14) | Saturday, 2:30-3:30pm | Apr 26- Jun 14, 2025 (no class 5/3) |
Adult classes are for ages 18 and up. Teen classes are for ages 13-17.
7-week session: $240. All equipment is provided at no extra charge.
| Day | Time | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Friday (Teens) | 5-6pm | May 2-Jun 13, 2025 |
| Thursday (Adults) | 7-8:15pm | May 8- Jun 12, 2025 |
Ongoing session September- June, $140 per month Fencers must have their own mask and glove. All other equipment is provided at no extra charge. Two day per week option available.
Girls Int/Adv Epee Class: $160/mo. and fencers must have their own mask, glove, electric epee, and cord.
2024-25 Class Registration Form
| Weapon | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Foil | Wednesday | 5:30-6:30pm |
| Epee | Thursday | 4-5pm |
| Foil | Thursday | 4-5pm |
| Girls Int/Adv Epee | Thursday | 4:15-5:30pm |
| Foil | Saturday | 9:30-10:30am |
| Epee | Saturday | 9:30-10:30am |
| Foil | Saturday | 1:30-2:30pm |
| Youth Fencing (ages 7-9) | Saturday | 12:30-1:30pm |
Ongoing session September-June, $180 per month. Students must wear knickers and have their own equipment. Enrollment requires the coach’s consent. Two days per week option available. Once students are at the Advance level they are also eligible for the Youth Club Team ($325/mo.) Please talk with a RIFAC staff member for details.
Girls Int/Adv Epee Class: $160/mo. and fencers must have their own mask, glove, electric epee, and cord.
2024-25 Class Registration Form
| Weapon | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Foil | Wednesday | 4-5:30pm |
| Girls Int/Adv Epee | Thursday | 4:15-5:30pm |
| Foil | Thursday | 5-6:30pm |
| Epee | Thursday | 5-6:30pm |
| Foil | Saturday | 10:30-12pm |
| Epee | Saturday | 10:30-12pm |
| Youth Club Team | Saturday | 3:30-5pm |
2024 Summer Classes:
5-week session, July 9- August 9, 2024
Experienced Fencer Summer Class Registration Form
| Level | Time | Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Wednesdays, 6-7pm | Jul 10- Aug 7, 2024 | $160 |
| Youth Intermediate (Foil/Epee) | Thursdays, 5-6pm | Jul 11- Aug 8, 2024 | $160 |
| Youth Advanced (Foil/Epee) | Thursdays, 6-7:30pm | Jul 11- Aug 8, 2024 | $210 |
| Junior Advanced (Foil/Epee) | Thursdays, 6-7:30pm | Jul 11- Aug 8, 2024 | $210 |
Ages 13-18
Junior class participants start in the Teen Beginner class.
Ongoing session September- June, $140 per month. Students must have their own mask and glove. All other equipment is provided at no extra charge. Two day per week option available.
2024-25 Class Registration Form
| Weapon | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Foil/Epee | Friday | 5-6pm |
| Foil/Epee | Saturday | 12:30-1:30pm |
Ongoing session September- June, $180 per month. Students must wear knickers and have their own equipment. Two day per week option available. Enrollment requires coach’s consent. Once students are at the Advance level they are also eligible for the Junior Club Team ($325/mo.) Please talk with a RIFAC staff member for details.
2024-25 Class Registration Form
| Weapon | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Foil/Epee | Tuesday | 4:30-6pm |
| Foil/Epee | Wednesday | 4-5:30pm |
| Foil/Epee | Saturday | 1:30-3pm |
| Junior Club Team | Friday | 6-7:30pm |
Ages 18 and up
Ongoing session September- June, $140 per month. Students must have their own mask and glove. All other equipment is provided at no extra charge.
2024-25 Class Registration Form
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 7-8:15pm |
Designed to give RIFAC’s adult experienced fencers a complete fencing workout, this class includes footwork, conditioning, bladework and electric bouting. Ongoing September- June, Included with RIFAC membership ($75/month). Students must have their own equipment, including electric gear.
2024-25 Class Registration Form
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 7-8:15pm |
Live the history of fencing with this class in Historical European Martial Arts! This ancient, Western martial art will combine forms and practical training. Each class will introduce new technique and refine previous material. Come explore this exciting and historical combat training class at RIFAC!
For ages 14 and up. Class meets once per week.
Beginner HEMA/Longsword Class, 8-week session, $275. All equipment is provided at no extra charge. No previous fencing experience required.
Intermediate HEMA/Longsword Class, ongoing September- June, $140 per month. Students must have their own mask. All other equipment is provided at no extra charge.
2024-25 Class Registration Form
Advanced HEMA/Longsword Class, ongoing September- June, $180 per month. Students must have their own Longsword equipment and gear.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Beginner HEMA/Longsword | Sunday, 6:30-7:30pm, 5/11-6/29/25 |
| Intermediate HEMA/Longsword | Monday, 6:30-7:30pm |
| Advanced HEMA/Longsword | Monday, 7:30-9pm |
2024 Summer Classes: July 9- August 9, 2024
5-week session
Current students, please use this link to register: Experienced Fencer Summer Class Registration Form
| Level | Time | Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intermediate/Advanced Longsword | Wednesday, 7-9pm | Jul 10- Aug 7, 2024 | $210 |
| Summer Membership for Open Fencing | Tuesday and Thursday, 7:30-9pm | ongoing July 8-Aug 31, 2024 | $130 |
All skill levels are welcome — from beginners to expert fencers! Enrollment in an experienced class requires previous completion of a beginner course.
Experienced fencers: use this online form:
RIFAC is more than just a fencing academy: it’s an amazing community of professional coaches, students, competitive fencers and parents, with a long history of success on both the fencing strip and in life. There is a 10% family member and multi-class discount.
Fencing is a sport of passion and precision, and for two decades, Rhode Island Fencing Academy owners Alex and Jill Ripa have shared their love and knowledge with thousands of students, some of whom have risen to the highest levels of this perennial Olympic sport.