Wear tennis shoes, long athletic pants without pockets, a T-shirt, and bring a water bottle.
Fencing Institute of Texas
Your first touch
A low-pressure, 30-minute introduction to the sport for people who have never fenced before.
Introductory group lesson
Start with
one lesson.
30 minutesof coached instruction
$25per lesson
Ages 6+siblings or a parent and child may join together
Choose a Monday evening or Saturday afternoon appointment. Send the attendee’s name, age, and preferred time, and the institute will reply with the lesson details.
Book an introductory lessonWhat to expect
The Fencing Institute of Texas provides the protective clothing and fencing equipment you need for the lesson.
Learn fundamental movement, try foil or epee with a coach, and finish with a short supervised bout.
Available lesson times
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
1:00 PM
1:30 PM
A free USA Fencing trial membership is required. The institute sends instructions once your lesson is scheduled.
After your lesson
Find the right
next class.
Your coach will help identify the beginner program that best fits the fencer’s age, experience, and goals. The Fencing Institute of Texas provides equipment until students are ready to compete outside the club.
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