Lessons and Classes

Forte offers private lessons, open fencing, and group classes. Purchases can be made via PayPal by clicking the buttons under your desired option.

Be sure to schedule your lessons in advance using our scheduler. Check the calendar for openings and closings, as well as cafeteria or hallway locations.

Individual Lesson

For experienced fencers
Individual 20-25 minute lesson. The focused attention from the coach gives the athlete better individualized feedback for quicker skill acquisition. Open Fencing before and/or after your lesson is encouraged, and there is no additional Floor Fee on days when you take a lesson. It is recommended that you reserve your lesson slots at the time of purchase. Expiration: 1 year after date of purchase
$38
1 lesson
Purchase

4 Lesson Package

For experienced fencers
This package includes 4 private lessons with the coach (or coaches) of your choice. Open Fencing before and/or after your lesson is encouraged, and there is no additional Floor Fee on days when you take a lesson. It is recommended that you reserve your lesson slots at the time of purchase. This package may be shared among immediate family members. Expiration: 1 year after date of purchase
$135
4 lessons
Purchase

8 Lesson Package

For experienced fencers
This package includes 8 private lessons with the coach (or coaches) of your choice. Open Fencing before and/or after your lesson is encouraged, and there is no additional Floor Fee on days when you take a lesson. It is recommended that you reserve your lesson slots at the time of purchase. This package may be shared among immediate family members. Expiration: 1 year after date of purchase
$255
8 lessons
Purchase

Forte Fundamentals

New to fencing? Looking for a fun way to exercise? Come learn the fundamentals of fencing in a series of 6 weekly classes. This package also includes 2 semi-private lessons after completing the classes. Choose either a Tuesday or Wednesday series. Please refer to our calendar for scheduling needs. Classes begin promptly at 6:15pm and last 45 minutes. START Dates for the Fundamentals classes are as follows: March 3/4, May 5/6, July 7/8, September 1/2. ALL EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED DURING THE CLASS.
$260
per series

Fundamentals *PLUS* 8‑Lesson Package

(suspended until March 2020) For beginner, but not first-time fencers
This package includes 8 private lessons with the coach (or coaches) of your choice as well as a 4-week series of Forte Fundamentals, either Tuesdays or Wednesdays. Open Fencing before and/or after your lesson is encouraged, and there is no additional Floor Fee on days when you take a lesson. It is recommended that you reserve your lesson slots at the time of purchase. Classes begin promptly at 6:15pm and last 45 minutes. While equipment is provided during the class, athletes will need to purchase or rent equipment for use during lessons and open fencing. First class of each series will be held March 5/6, April 2/3 (no class April 9/10), May 7/8, June 4/5, July 9/10, August 6/7, September 3/4, October 8/9. Expiration of private lessons: 1 year after date of purchase
$385
4 classes and 8 lessons
Purchase

Open Fencing

Fencers need to practice learned skills and keep in shape. These fencers will participate in bouts against each other and any other willing, and appropriately equipped, person. In order to use a facility, the fencers must pay what is called a “Floor Fee.” This allows them access to the strips, so they can work with their partner(s) to hone their skills and adapt to different fencing techniques. Expiration: 1 month after date of purchase
$10
1 Tuesday or Wednesday
Purchase

Open Fencing 10-Pack

This package is good for 10 Open Fencing sessions. Each purchase is unique to the fencer and cannot be shared. Continue to hone your skills and have fun fencing!
$80
10 nights
Purchase

Schedule a Lesson

Click the button below to schedule your lesson(s) only. Lessons must be scheduled with at least 12 hours notice. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early to properly warm up.

To check your current lesson balance, click here.

*Just because a lesson slot is not available through the online system does not mean we cannot fit you in. Talk to your coach who can try to accommodate you.*

**All cancellations or requests to reschedule must be communicated no less than 24 hours prior to your lesson. Failure to do so will result in any missed counting as an attended lesson toward the amount purchased.**