Intermediate Program
Develop advanced techniques and refine your skills. Our Intermediate Program builds upon the fundamentals to prepare fencers for competitive experiences.
Program Details
Everything you need to know about our Intermediate Program
Schedule
Teens (10-13): Mondays & Wednesdays & Friday 5:40-7:00 PM
Duration
6-12 months, depending on progression
Membership
$375/month
Equipment
Club equipment available, personal mask and glove recommended
Prerequisites
Completion of Beginner Program or equivalent experience
Take Your Fencing to the Next Level
The Intermediate Program at Sequoia Fencing Academy is designed for fencers who have mastered the basics and are ready to develop more advanced skills and techniques. This program focuses on refining footwork, building technical repertoire, and introducing tactical concepts.
At this level, fencers begin to develop their personal style and approach to the sport. Coaches work closely with each student to identify strengths and areas for improvement, providing personalized guidance within the group setting.
What You'll Learn
- Advanced Footwork: Compound advance-lunge combinations, retreating with balance and control, maintaining distance and timing, explosive movements
- Technical Development: Compound attacks and feints, counter-attacks and ripostes, parry-riposte combinations, point control and precision
- Tactical Awareness: Understanding opponent's habits, setting up actions with preparation, strip tactics and bout management, developing a game plan
- Competitive Introduction: Understanding competition formats, introduction to electric scoring, mental preparation for competitions, participation in club tournaments
Class Structure
- Warm-up: 25 minutes of conditioning and targeted exercises
- Technical Drills: 35 minutes of focused skill development
- Bouting: 30 minutes of supervised practice bouts and tactical application
Ready to Advance Your Fencing Skills?
Join our Intermediate Program and develop the techniques and strategies that will take your fencing to the next level.