Current schedule

Port Coquitlam:

Port Coquitlam Legion, Cadet Hall
2675 Shaughnessy St,
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 0B9

Saturdays 2:00-4:00 pm
beginner/intermediate


Maple Ridge:

Meadowridge School  
12224 -240th Street
Maple Ridge, BC    V4R 1N1

Fridays 3:45-5:15 pm
(Meadowridge School students only)


Equipment provided.
Join anytime.

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS CLASS!

Beginner kids' fencing classes

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Is there a kid that doesn't like swordplay? Whether it's Star Wars, Zorro, samurai or Musketeers fencing is all about heroic combat, fancy moves and spectacular attacks and defenses. Most of all - IT IS FUN! Although fencing has hundreds years old tradition, it is still a novelty today which makes it so much more exciting and desirable than the popular youth sports. 

Both boys and girls enjoy the dynamic, entertaining practice as they learn the basic rules of fencing - how to handle the saber, move, attack and defend against opponents, as well as the rules of scoring points during a bout. Part of each class is devoted to fencing itself when kids can challenge their classmates to supervised duels. 

The beginner classes are designed for children ages 6 - 14. Younger kids may join the classes upon coach's approval. We provide the competition grade equipment, so all you need to start are sweats and gym shoes! 

Intermediate and advanced fencers

For those interested in pushing their fencing skills beyond introductory level, we offer intermediate and advanced programs. As the training becomes more intense, it focuses on fencing fitness, competition strategy and judging bouts. 

The program provides fencers an opportunity to compete in the biggest tournaments in the country and abroad. Some of our fencers have been recruited by and won scholarships to the best colleges in the US such as Princeton, Northwestern, UPenn or Notre Dame.

School programs

Where?

Meadowridge School 
12224 -240th Street
Maple Ridge, BC    V4R 1N1




Contact us to introduce fencing to your school!

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Rising Star teams up with local schools providing fencing classes for kids ages 6 and up. We organize after-school programs, activities during PE classes and fencing demonstrations.

Please contact us for more details!

Fencing is a unique sport that not only offers the WOW factor but also has multiple advantages:
  • Increases health, wellness and fitness by keeping kids physically active;
  • Trains balance, coordination, agility and quicker reflexes;
  • Promotes discipline and good sportsmanship;
  • Develops mental skills as in fencing kids have to solve the problems presented by their opponents to score points. They learn action/reaction, basic strategy as well as acquire an ability to make lighting fast analyses of tactical situations;
  • Provides fun and safe place for kids during after school hours;
  • Engages youth in positive, potential life-long recreational pursuits;
  • Fencing is as fun as it is competitive. Many of the prestige universities offer scholarships for students with fencing accomplishments.

The legal stuff.
Liability Waiver.
I understand that participation in any sport activity, such as fencing, entails a risk of injury. To reduce the risk of injury in this event, I agree to follow the rules and safety regulations of the BCFA, CFF and the instructors Theodora Runtova and/or Hristo Etropolski or an authorized by them supervisor/coach, the event/practice organizers and facility owners. I understand that if I fail to follow these regulations, I may be expelled from the event/practice and no refunds of any fees will be made. 
I enter this event/practice at my own risk.
I release BCFA, CFF, Rising Star Fencing Club and their representatives, and the facility owner from any liability for any injury to me. I understand that reasonable measures will be taken to safeguard the health and safety of all participants and spectators. I have carefully read and agree to this liability waiver.
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Broken equipment.
A student who breaks or damages club's equipment is obliged to pay for its replacement.