Join us for this exciting sport, one of the fastest-growing in the world! The program is designed to teach fencing through activities, games, and exercises that develop coordination, flexibility, and focus. The instructor is Michael Tarascio, a former member of the United States World Championship Team in Men's Foil. For more info, please contact Michael at michael@nefencing.com.
About the Instructor: Michael Tarascio was a member of the United States World Championship Team in Men's Foil. Michael is a Level 4 Foil coach certified through the United States Fencing Association and certified through the Positive Coaching Alliance and the American Sports Education Program. He teaches Recreational Classes for Youth, Teens, and Adults. Michael also teaches Advanced Level Technique and Tactics Classes and provides Individual Coaching for the Serious Competitive Fencer. Michael's philosophy on fencing is: "Participate in fencing because it's fun."
Tuesdays
Session 1: September 10 – October 29
Session 2: November 5 – January 7 (No fencing 12/24 and 12 31)
Session 3: January 14 – March 11 (No fencing 2/18)
Session 4: March 18 – May 13 (No fencing 4/22)
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Beginner/Intermediate Ages 7 – 9
6:15 pm – 7:15 pm – Beginner/Intermediate Ages 7 – 11
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Beginner/Advanced Ages 12 and older
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Adult Fencing
The fee for the 8-class session will be $275.00.
Location: McCarthy Senior Center, 30 Converse Street, Wakefield, MA
FENCING GEAR REQUIREMENTS:
Option 1: Purchasing new
I recommend Absolute Fencing Gear, Inc.
https://www.absolutefencinggear.com/shopping/
If one chooses to purchase and needs assistance, I am available at michael@nefencing.com to help.
Option 2: Rental from Coach Michael
$50.00 plus a $100.00 deposit for an 8-week session.
At the end of the last class, the deposit will be issued upon returning the fencing gear to Coach Michael. I will set up appointments for you and your fencer in 15-minute slots for those who need rental fencing gear. Fencers will be fitted for equipment. Fencers will take the equipment home with them.