This article explains the strip coaching process based on our philosophy and values, and following our club's rules. This may differ from what other fencing clubs offer, and it should only be used as a general reference. What is Strip Coaching? Strip Coaching is strip-side strategical, tactical, and technical advice from a designated coach during competitions outside of the club. By providing... Read More
Olympia Alumn, Gabriel Feinberg, takes the Silver with the USA Junior Men’s Épée Team!! The Fencing World Championships take place every year during the month of April, to crown the world champions in each of the three weapons: epee, foil, and saber. For those new to fencing, here are the short version guidelines on how athletes qualify for these world championships: ... Read More
Congratulations to Olympia's Alumni, Gabriel Feinberg, and Emily Vermeule, for their amazing performance at the 2022 NCAA Championships!! Gabriel is the new 2022 NCAA Men's Épée Champion, and Emily, NCAA National Runner-Up The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Fencing Championships take place every year in March, to crown the Men’s and Women’s champions, in the three weapons, Épée, Foil, and Sabre. After... Read More
Starting competitive fencing can be confusing, especially when we start learning about national points, ratings, qualifications. We covered this subject in the past, and saved it for our readers on this page, however, there is more… You got your fencing gear in your brand new rolling bag, your shiny weapons, body cords, tips and screws, and saved a few events for... Read More
We're sorry to see you go, but, if for any reason you decided to cancel your membership, you must do so in writing by sending us a cancelation request before your next billing cycle to: info@olympiafencingcenter.com Verbal/phone notices are not accepted, sorry. Absolutely no refunds for late notices. For holds longer than two months: $20.00 fee No refunds for the... Read More
December 9, 2021 Columbus, OH Over twenty Olympia fencers traveled along with coaches Daniel Hondor and Julian Rueda, to one of the nation's most challenging competitions, the December North American Cup. Contested épée events included Men's and Women's Cadet, Junior, and Division 1. Each day was more exciting than the day before, as our fencers medaled in every event! Here are the results. Gabriel... Read More
We provide everything to offer an enjoyable fencing experience! Buying fencing equipment, especially for the first time, can be intimidating and difficult to decide. All our trials receive full fencing gear at no cost. Please read here more about gear rentals for trials and new members/beginners, and here are the instructions to return your loaner gear, and avoid unwanted charges. For all... Read More
Know your A, B, C, D’s! Fencing ratings are a sign of achievement, and each earned letter represents a step forward in a fencer’s skill level. Once you started your competitive fencing career, it's going to take a while to start earning ratings, but fencers who train consistently and compete often will get there. Ratings make you work harder and help to... Read More
