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Summer camp beginners develop a solid foundation of skills, while experienced fencers greatly improve performance. Using a wide range of bouting and fencing-specific games and drills, our programs develop coordination, concentration, self-esteem, resilience and integrity. By conquering physical and mental challenges, students build both confidence and technical proficiency.
Special for 2025- RIFAC’s amazing Renaissance Camp returns! See description under Full Day Camp section.
National medalists, World Cup athletes, and local champions will be on hand to fence with, and offer advice and guidance to camp participants. Many past RIFAC summer camp participants have gone on to win regional and national medals; others now occupy top positions in the US Youth standings.
Camp spots fill up quickly. Register early to reserve your space! All students who register by May 1 receive a free camp t-shirt!
There is a 10% family member and multi-camp discount.*
2025 Camp Recommendations for RIFAC Fencers:
Beginner and Intermediate Fencers: 1-2 weeks of Full-day and/or Half-day camps.
Advanced Class and Club Team Fencers: 2 weeks of Full-day and/or HP camps.
Youth Team Fencers: 2-3 weeks of Full-day and/or HP camps.
Team I and Team II Fencers: 2 weeks of HP Camp and/or Bears Elite Clinic.
Ask a RIFAC staff member for specific camp recommendations for your fencer!
Designed to take beginner, experienced, and competitive fencers to the next level, our full day camp includes lots of fun, lots of challenge and lots of fencing (of course!) This is a great place to begin your fencing journey at RIFAC.
| Camp Type | Day / Time | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner, Experienced, Advanced, Competitive | Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm | July 14-18, 2025 |
| Beginner, Experienced, Advanced, Competitive | Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm | July 21-25, 2025 |
| Renaissance Camp | Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm | Aug 4-8, 2025 |
Half-day camps are a great way to experience the same quality instruction of our full-day summer camp program in a condensed format.
| Camp Type | Day / Time | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Mon-Fri, 9-12pm | Jul 7-11, 2025 |
| Experienced | Mon-Fri, 1-4pm | Jul 7-11, 2025 |
These advanced camps are designed to take advanced and competitive fencers to the next level.
Camps include intense physical training and preparation, footwork and technical drills, tactical exercises and instruction, psychological preparation, and bouting with national junior and cadet fencers.
| Camp Type | Day / Time | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| High Performance Camp I (ages 10-15) | Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm | July 28- August 1, 2025 |
| High Performance Camp II (ages 13-18) | Mon-Fri, 1pm-4pm | August 11-15, 2025 |
The Bears Elite Fencing Clinic will offer competitive fencers from around the country and world an opportunity to work with Brown’s awesome coaching staff and elevate their fencing to the next level.
With a special focus on mental preparation, participants will achieve improvement in footwork, bladework, tactics, and mental toughness while working with Head Coach Alex Ripa and the Brown staff, who approach training with a focus on athlete individuality.
Morning Session
Lunch 12-1pm Fencing videos/movie
Afternoon Session
*10% FAMILY, MULTI-CAMP AND EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT NOT APPLICABLE FOR BEARS ELITE CLINIC.
Looking to join a class year-round?
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.