Boca Blades Fencing Club

Established 1998

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Boca Blades

Club Information

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We offer competition, recreation, and theatrical group and private lessons for the entire family. Classes are available for all age groups from 5 years old through adults. Our instructors have over 30 years of fencing experience in local and international circuits, over 20 years of teaching and coaching experience, and have produced many successful fencers through their careers. We offer lessons in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Our new season begins on Monday 31 August 2009. Space is limited to the first 30 registrants. Please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to request a registration packet.

Classes meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:o0 to 7:30 PM at the Mae Volen Seniors Center in Boca Raton.
The center is located on Palmetto Park Road, right East of I-95.
For additional information please contact us at 561.306.2749 or by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Coaching Staff

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Héctor Cruz-López - Former member of Puerto Rico National Fencing Team. Over 25 years of coaching experience from middle school through college, Stage Fighting and Theatrical Fencing. USFA Fencing Coach, member of United States Fencing Coaches Association, Federation Internationale d'Escrime, and Christian Fencers Association. National Armourer to US and Puerto Rico Fencing Teams.

Maria Mouchanova - United States Fencing Association (USFA) Coach, Master in Physical Education with concentration in Fencing from Bulgarian Fencing Academy.
 

Classes

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Introduction to Fencing - This six weeks class provides lecture and practical application emphasizing good sportsmanship and the classical fencing techniques taught by generations of fencing masters throughout the world. It also covers the history of fencing leading up to its place in modern times. The lessons will enable the student to develop an understanding of the role for each part of the body as it relates to Posture, Balance, Footwork, Bladework and Drills.

Beginning Fencing - Lessons in this level focus on application of classical fencing modes and the development of drilling capability to ensure the student properly learns to develop the correct fencing moves required to perform during a fencing phrase. An introduction to competition theory and techniques is provided as a bridge to the intermediate level. These lessons are conducted at lower than realistic fencing speeds to ensure proper learning.
Intermediate Fencing - Lessons in this level emphasize the conversion of drilling techniques and classical posture to real application during a bout. The instructor always reinforces proper foot placement, bladework techniques and finger placement for holding each grip type.

Advanced Fencing - This level of class enforces classical posture at both the competitive and practice level. Prior to acceptance into this class, students are required to master full body and mental control and a mastery of the rules fencing etiquette and bouting for their weapon of choice.
We also offer full armory service for dry and electrical equipment. To request repairs, information, and other services, please contact our armory services at ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )

 

Class Schedule

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Introduction and Begining Fencing

Wednesdays - 5:00 - 6:00 Youth (5 - 14)
                    6:00 - 7:00 Cadets, Juniors, and Adults

Footwork Class

Mondays -      5:00 - 5:30

Intermediate Fencing

Monday       5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Advanced Fencing

Monday        6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

 

Events

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  • February 20(Friday) 3:30 - 6:30 PM: Tournament and Competition Equipment Repair and Maintenance Workshop. Location: Mae Volen Centre (1515 W. Palmetto Park Road / Boca Raton, FL). You can register through http://www.askfred.com by contacting the club armourer ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )
  • February 21 - 22: Regional Youth Circuit Tournament for Youth 8 through Youth 14. Location: Mae Volen Centre (1515 W. Palmetto Park Road / Boca Raton, FL) Register at http://www.askfred.net. For more information contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call us at 561.306.2749.
  • February 27 - March 1: North American Cup, Divisions II, III, and Veterans. Atlanta, GA
  • March 7 - 8: Gasparilla Open. Central Florida Division.
  • March 21 - 22: Gold Coast Divisional Qualifiers.

 Coming up:

  • Fencing for Parents - a 2 hour orientation to the rules of the sport and how the sport is played. Topics include understading the referee; working with the coach to better assist your fencer during a competition; understading, avoiding, and handling penalties; supporting the event; and many other topics. The workshop will be presented by Mary Ellen Mahon, a highly rated international referee with over 12 years of experience in the referee arena.