Fencing NYC #1 Fencing Lessons in NYC.
Fencing is an investment in your child’s educational future setting them apart from their peers and getting them noticed by 45 top educational institutions in the nation.
Compared to all other NCAA sports, fencing is statistically the easiest sport for getting recruited to college, with the highest chance of securing:
Scholarships
Ivy League
Grants
Financial Aid
Beginner Fencing Classes New York City
Join Our Fencing Classes
In our Beginner Fencing Classes, children as young as 4 years old will have a great time learning the fundamentals of the sport, including blade work, footwork, and the rules and etiquette of fencing. Our New York City fencing classes are perfect for anyone looking to learn or improve their abilities in this exciting sport. Whether you're a family looking for a fun activity or an individual aiming to compete at higher levels, our lessons cater to all. Join us and discover why our NYC fencing school is the best place to learn and enjoy the art of fencing.
Fencing Classes and Fencing Lessons 7 days a week. All equipment provided.
Step 1: Start with Private Fencing Lessons
Children as young as 5 years old start with fun Introductory Private Fencing Lessons in Brooklyn & NYC where they will learn en garde, advance, retreat, lunge, and recover, as well as rules & etiquette of fencing.
BROOKLYN FENCING NYC
CLASS SCHEDULE
AGES: 6 +
Mon. thru Fri.
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Sat. & Sun.
10:00 am - 11:30 am
AGES: 4 - 5
Wednesdays
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
Proven
Pathway
to Success
Consistent
training
X
Early competitive experience
Leads to
competitive
success & college recruitment.
6-10
the ideal
age range to
start fencing
High Success Rate
Chances of competing at
NCAA Division Level 1
30%
.05%
NCAA DIVISION 1
Fencing
NCAA DIVISION 1 Basketball
BBFC is dedicated to
fostering success through
the youth categories to
college recruitment
and beyond.
50+
years of
combined
coaching
experience
National &
International
Accolades
Expert Coaching
Scholarship Opportunities
Fencing offers the best ratio of athletes to available scholarships, with the fewest athletes competing for the most financial aid.
Pathway to Success
Starting competitive foil fencing by age 10 is key to reaping the future benefits of college recruitment and aid.
By 12, fencers should continue onto our Silver / Gold Package levels to ensure support and the greatest chance of success.
By 14, your child will indicate if they want to continue further. We know statistically this is the stage when up to 80% of children give up organized sports.
2 - 3
1 - 2
0 - 1
lessons per week
lessons per week
lessons per week
Percentage
of enough
time spent
fencing to get recruited
Age
Fencing
Starts
Introductory Lesson >
Introductory Fencing Package >
Monthly Fencing Package >
Classes / Bronze Package
6-8 years
old
0-1 Private Lessons per Week
1-2
Competitions
per month
2
Group
Classes
per Week
Bronze / Silver Package
11-12
years old
2-3
Group Classes per Week
1-2 Competitions per month
1-2 Private Lessons per Week
*Min. participation at the Bronze Package level
SEASON
COMPETITION GOALS
1 - 2 SYCs
March NAC
Qualify for
Summer Nationals
Why choose our NYC fencing lessons? At Brooklyn Bridge Fencing, we offer unparalleled fencing lessons in New York City, designed for children, beginners, and seasoned athletes alike. Our expert coaching staff brings years of experience and a passion for teaching to help you excel in the sport. Our programs cater to families and individuals, ensuring that everyone can enjoy and benefit from our top-rated fencing school. Whether you aim to train for medals or simply want to try a new hobby, our NYC fencing lessons offer something for everyone. Our coaches are dedicated to fostering a positive and supportive environment, making us the ideal choice for beginners and young fencers. With personalized attention and expert guidance, you’ll find our programs to be both challenging and rewarding. Join our fencing lessons in New York City and experience the difference expert coaching can make. Your journey to becoming a fencing medalist starts here.
Why Choose our NYC Fencing Lessons?
Step 1: Start with Private Fencing Lessons
Children as young as 5 years old start with fun Introductory Private Fencing Lessons in Brooklyn & NYC where they will learn en garde, advance, retreat, lunge, and recover, as well as rules & etiquette of fencing.
Founded in 2010 by Olympian,
Olympic Coach, & U.S. Fencing Hall
of Fame Member Dan Kellner,
BBFC is more
than a fencing
club - it’s a community committed
to excellence
Join
the BBFC
Community
Nurturing
Positive
Competitive
We help
children
develop both athletically
& personally
preparing
them
for college
and
beyond
1 of only 5 clubs
nationwide to win Olympic
& World Championship
medals in Foil
Top-Tier College Recruiting
Our program has
consistently secured
athletes’
acceptances at
top colleges
& universities.
Barnard College*
Boston College
Brown University
Cleveland State University
Columbia University
Cornell University*
Duke University
Fairleigh Dickinson University*
Harvard University
Lafayette College
Long Island University
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Northwestern University*
Ohio State University
Pennsylvania State University
Princeton University
Sacred Heart University
St Johns University
Stanford University
Temple University*
United States Air Force Academy
University of California, San Diego
University of Detroit, Mercy
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of Notre Dame
University of Pennsylvania
University of the Incarnate Word
Wagner College*
Wayne State University
Yale University
Brandeis University
City College of New York*
Denison University*
Drew University
Haverford College
Hunter College
Johns Hopkins University
Lawrence University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
New York University
Stevens Institute of Technology
Tufts University*
Vassar College
Wellesley College*
Yeshiva University
*women only
