Fence with champions
Olympic-level fencing coaching for every age and ambition. Beginners and national competitors train side by side under Olympic and World Championship coaches.
A nonprofit fencing club built for every ambition.
Foil, épée and sabre — youth first-timers to NCAA recruits — under one roof in Maplewood.
high school fencers go on to compete in college — far outpacing football and basketball. Read the parent's guide →
Compete at home Regional tournament hub
Foil, Épée & Sabre Cups · Friday Nights · Youth divisions
& World Championship staff →
Group classes, all levels →
Your first 20-minute lesson is free.
No experience, no gear needed. Just show up →
Inside the club See the gallery →
Pick up a blade. Today.
Every first-time visitor gets a free 20-minute lesson. Just inquire at the front desk — our coaches hand you a blade, teach you the basics, and let you feel what fencing is all about, at any age.
NJFA members can also buy Absolute Fencing gear directly at the front desk.
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A path for every fencer.
Introductory Lessons
No experience · The starting point
The entry point for everyone new to fencing. Your first lesson is free; the remaining five are sold as a package. Completing this is required before joining any other program.
Musketeers
Ages 7-8 · Never fenced
A playful first taste of fencing — basic eye-hand coordination, footwork, and distance control. Sanitized, non-shared equipment provided. Open enrollment year-round.
Beginners
Young fencers · Minimal experience
Builds real handwork, footwork, and technique. Three group classes per week, 1.5 hours each. Private lessons recommended. Open enrollment, year-round.
Intermediate
Middle & high school
For fencers progressing from Beginner or with prior background. Three group classes per week, 2 hours each. Private lessons expected. Full equipment required (rent or buy).
Advanced / Elite
Competitive fencers
Advanced technique, physical conditioning, and tactical strategy for fencers competing in tournaments. Three sessions per week, 2 hours each. Personal equipment required (2+ weapon sets).
Private Lessons
All levels
One-on-one coaching tailored to your goals. Standard 20-minute lessons (book back-to-back for 40). Schedule at least 24 hours ahead. Club membership required.
A real path to college.
Fencing isn't just a great sport — it's one of the strongest college pathways in athletics. Over 30 NCAA Division I schools field fencing teams, plus about 100 more colleges with programs.
Read the Parent's GuideLearn from the best in the sport.
Our coaches have competed and won at the Olympic, World, and NCAA levels.
Pick up a blade. Your first lesson is on us.
Come visit us at the front desk, or reach out and we'll set you up — no experience needed.