All students will learn proper fencing etiquette, competitive rules, and classic fighting techniques. Beginner and intermediate fencers are welcome. Training in both foil and epee will be offered. The team will meet once each week for two hours throughout the school year. There is a monthly fee to pay for coaches’ membership fee. Beginner Fencing: No previous experience is required. Beginners will gain a general understanding of major fencing components while learning the basic skills necessary to enjoy competitive and recreational fencing. The course for beginners covers warm-up and stretching exercises and basic foot- and hand- works, and the basics of tactics and strategies.

Intermediate Fencing: Fencers who have mastered the basic skills will be able to continue with both advanced practices and individual lessons. The intermediate program will prepare students to compete individually in local, regional, and national tournaments sponsored by the United States Fencing Association (USFA), in which we hold membership. The Middle School students are allowed to practice with High School team. Peters Township High School Fencing Team will compete in team events. High school students will also be eligible to compete in interschool events among regional high schools.

All students will learn proper fencing etiquette, competitive rules, and classic fighting techniques. Beginner and intermediate fencers are welcome. Training in both foil and epee will be offered. The team will meet once each week for two hours throughout the school year. There is a monthly fee to pay for coaches’ membership fee. The Middle School students are allowed to practice with High School team. Mt. Lebanon High School Fencing Team will compete in team events. High school students will also be eligible to compete in PIFA-Pittsburgh Interscholastic Fencing Association events among regional schools.

The PIFA Foil events start January to March and Epee events start April to May.