Foil
A light thrusting weapon with the torso as the target area.
PA Shotojuku · Precision in motion
Olympic Fencing
Learn the modern sport of the blade through focused, athletic training for ages 7+ and adults.
Three weapons · one Olympic sport
Fast decisions. Exact movement.
Foil, Épée, and Sabre are the three weapons of Olympic fencing. They differ in target area, valid attacks, and scoring conventions, while sharing a demand for control, awareness, and tactical thinking.
This program introduces Olympic fencing at a high level without suggesting that each weapon is offered as a separate active class. Contact the dojo for the current training focus.
Épée
A thrusting weapon in which the entire body is the target area.
Sabre
A cutting and thrusting weapon with the upper body as the target area.
Training outcomes
Build the athlete and the tactician.
Structured practice develops the physical mechanics and thoughtful choices that fencing demands.
- 01Footwork
- 02Distance
- 03Timing
- 04Coordination
- 05Decision-making
- 06Sportsmanship
On the strip
Fencing in action
A look inside class — footwork, drills, and first bouts. Tap any photo to enlarge.
Instructor credentials
Janet Troche-Molerio
The United States Fencing Coaches Association conferred her moniteur title in foil on December 30, 2007.
She completed 40 contact hours of professional coaching training at the 2007 National Minority and Female Coaches Workshop at Drew University.
Weekly training
Fencing is now offered.
Fencing trains twice a week. Contact the dojo before your first visit so we can expect you.
- Thursday
- Saturday
Open to youth and adult students.
Before your first visit
Beginner Questions
Can a complete beginner join Olympic fencing?
Yes. Beginners are welcome to contact the dojo about starting with foundational movement, safety, and blade work.
What ages can participate?
The program welcomes young people starting at age seven as well as adults.
Do I need fencing equipment for my first visit?
Contact the dojo before your first visit so the instructor can confirm what equipment to bring and what may be available.
What weapons are used in Olympic fencing?
The three Olympic weapons are foil, sabre, and épée, each with its own target area and rules.
How does the weekly fencing schedule work?
Fencing trains twice a week: Thursday at 5:00 PM and Saturday at 2:00 PM. Contact the dojo before your first visit so we can expect you.
Take your place on the strip
Ready to begin?
Ask about the next fencing class and what to expect on your first visit.