Summer and Winter Clinics - 2021
In addition to our normal classes, PVFA is scheduling three week long summer clinics in 2021 and our
Winter clinic. Please register as soon as possible to secure your slot!
We are cautiously optimistic that by the summer it will be safe to hold these classes, though perhaps still while wearing cloth masks. One or more of these classes may be cancelled if health guidelines so require, and full refunds will be given. We expect that our Spring clinic will resume in 2022.
Summer Clinic - Intro and Intermediate - July 12-16 (9 am to 4 pm)
Summer Clinic - Youth - July 26 to 30 (9 am to 12 noon)
Summer Clinic - Competitive - August 9 - 13 (9 am to 4 pm)
Winter Clinic - December 27 through 30 ( 1 pm to 6 pm)
For all sessions:
Enrollment is limited requires a minimum of 6 students and a maximum of 16 students per session. Current PVFA fencers who do not meet the minimum age requirements may be considered for enrollment depending on their experience. There will be a 1 hour break for lunch (except Youth Clinics). Fencers will be expected to bring their own food. Water will be available but fencers must bring refillable water bottles. Students need to bring a t-shirt or two each day and sweat pants (or better yet fencing knickers). Boys will need to wear a protective cup. PVFA will provide the rest of the necessary fencing equipment for those who need to borrow equipment. Note: Children must behave appropriately at all times, must pay attention to the coaches' directions, and follow the safety rules. Disruptive, disrespectful, or otherwise misbehaving children may be asked to be brought home, and no refund will be given should this occur.
Intro and Intermediate Clinic: Cost: $375, or $325 with early registration and payment prior to June 1st. No experience is required for Intro Clinics. Suggested ages 11+. These classes make a great introduction to fencing and are also very good for current fencers looking to improve their skills or try all three weapons. We've taught these classes for several years now and can say from experience that they are a lot of fun. Equipment is available at the club to use, but we suggest students use their own equipment if possible. The focus for newer fencers will be on learning fundamental skills as well as physical conditioning. Experienced fencers will be working on improving technical skills and gaining tactical awareness. Mornings will focus on warm-up exercises, games, footwork practice, and drills. Afternoon sessions will begin with warm-ups, then move to technical and tactical group lessons, and bouting.
Youth Clinic: Cost: $180, or $150 with early registration and payment prior to June 1st. 9 am to 12 noon. No experience necessary. Suggested ages 7-10. An extension of our Youth Fencing class, this clinic combines games, fun exercises designed to promote balance, and coordination, and fencing.
Competitive Clinic: Cost: $375, or $325 with early registration and payment prior to June 1st. Suggested age 11+. At least six months of experience is suggested. (No complete beginners please). This is a much more demanding clinic that focuses more on tactics, training bouts, and a deeper understanding of fencing theory. Each day includes a lecture. Lecture topics include sports psychology, goal setting, terminology, the history of fencing, etc. Each student must write a one to two page self evaluation paper due on Friday morning. All of our top fencers, those who earned national medals, earned A ratings, college fencing scholarships, and coaching certifications have credited these clinics for the success. Attending this clinic each summer is a must for our most dedicated fencers, yet it is still fun and is recommended for our more casual fencers who just want to have fun with their friends too.
What fencers have said about the PVFA Competitive clinics:
“I was able to push myself and somehow draw upon energy when it seemed as though I had none...I made a mental and psychological leap.” --Mariam I.
“After surviving (if somewhat narrowly) all that this week has thrown at me so far, I'm feeling just a tad more fearless and confident than I was at the beginning.” Rachel M.
“Although speed training and weight work helped me a great deal physically, training bouts and deliberate play were what really changed the picture for me. The training bouts helped open my eyes to something I had not understood before about fencing.” Alex D.
Winter Session-Four days between Christmas and New Years. $180. Winter Session differs from the summer clinics in that it is during the afternoons from 1 pm till 6 pm. Fencers may attend at $60 per day if unable to commit to the full 4 day clinic. Kids and adults welcomed!
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To register, you use the links to the askfred website below.
When registering a new fencer on askfred for the first time, you will be asked for a Division and a Club. Select "Connecticut" for the Division, and Pioneer Valley Fencing Academy (CT) for the club.
You can pay online through our online store or pay by check at PVFA.
Mail checks made payable to "PVFA" to:
PVFA
94 Cottage St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Summer Intro and Intermediate Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
Summer Youth Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
Summer Competitive Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
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Winter Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
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Summer Clinic - Youth - July 26 to 30 (9 am to 12 noon)
Summer Clinic - Competitive - August 9 - 13 (9 am to 4 pm)
Winter Clinic - December 27 through 30 ( 1 pm to 6 pm)
For all sessions:
Enrollment is limited requires a minimum of 6 students and a maximum of 16 students per session. Current PVFA fencers who do not meet the minimum age requirements may be considered for enrollment depending on their experience. There will be a 1 hour break for lunch (except Youth Clinics). Fencers will be expected to bring their own food. Water will be available but fencers must bring refillable water bottles. Students need to bring a t-shirt or two each day and sweat pants (or better yet fencing knickers). Boys will need to wear a protective cup. PVFA will provide the rest of the necessary fencing equipment for those who need to borrow equipment. Note: Children must behave appropriately at all times, must pay attention to the coaches' directions, and follow the safety rules. Disruptive, disrespectful, or otherwise misbehaving children may be asked to be brought home, and no refund will be given should this occur.
Intro and Intermediate Clinic: Cost: $375, or $325 with early registration and payment prior to June 1st. No experience is required for Intro Clinics. Suggested ages 11+. These classes make a great introduction to fencing and are also very good for current fencers looking to improve their skills or try all three weapons. We've taught these classes for several years now and can say from experience that they are a lot of fun. Equipment is available at the club to use, but we suggest students use their own equipment if possible. The focus for newer fencers will be on learning fundamental skills as well as physical conditioning. Experienced fencers will be working on improving technical skills and gaining tactical awareness. Mornings will focus on warm-up exercises, games, footwork practice, and drills. Afternoon sessions will begin with warm-ups, then move to technical and tactical group lessons, and bouting.
Youth Clinic: Cost: $180, or $150 with early registration and payment prior to June 1st. 9 am to 12 noon. No experience necessary. Suggested ages 7-10. An extension of our Youth Fencing class, this clinic combines games, fun exercises designed to promote balance, and coordination, and fencing.
Competitive Clinic: Cost: $375, or $325 with early registration and payment prior to June 1st. Suggested age 11+. At least six months of experience is suggested. (No complete beginners please). This is a much more demanding clinic that focuses more on tactics, training bouts, and a deeper understanding of fencing theory. Each day includes a lecture. Lecture topics include sports psychology, goal setting, terminology, the history of fencing, etc. Each student must write a one to two page self evaluation paper due on Friday morning. All of our top fencers, those who earned national medals, earned A ratings, college fencing scholarships, and coaching certifications have credited these clinics for the success. Attending this clinic each summer is a must for our most dedicated fencers, yet it is still fun and is recommended for our more casual fencers who just want to have fun with their friends too.
What fencers have said about the PVFA Competitive clinics:
“I was able to push myself and somehow draw upon energy when it seemed as though I had none...I made a mental and psychological leap.” --Mariam I.
“After surviving (if somewhat narrowly) all that this week has thrown at me so far, I'm feeling just a tad more fearless and confident than I was at the beginning.” Rachel M.
“Although speed training and weight work helped me a great deal physically, training bouts and deliberate play were what really changed the picture for me. The training bouts helped open my eyes to something I had not understood before about fencing.” Alex D.
Winter Session-Four days between Christmas and New Years. $180. Winter Session differs from the summer clinics in that it is during the afternoons from 1 pm till 6 pm. Fencers may attend at $60 per day if unable to commit to the full 4 day clinic. Kids and adults welcomed!
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To register, you use the links to the askfred website below.
When registering a new fencer on askfred for the first time, you will be asked for a Division and a Club. Select "Connecticut" for the Division, and Pioneer Valley Fencing Academy (CT) for the club.
You can pay online through our online store or pay by check at PVFA.
Mail checks made payable to "PVFA" to:
PVFA
94 Cottage St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Summer Intro and Intermediate Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
Summer Youth Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
Summer Competitive Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
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Winter Clinic
Register Here
Pay Here
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