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Beginner/Intermediate Fencing


Youth Recreation / Fencing -
Summer 2025

Learn the fundamentals of safe swordplay and fencing in a fun and active learning environment. All equipment is provided. Taught by experienced Fencing coaches.

Learn new skills and basic techniques and train to compete! Emphasis on blade work, footwork and balance. 

Each camp culminates with a small tournament and a prize to the winner!

Maria L.A Benford

Sword Play's owner and main coach, Maria Los Angeles Hechavarria Benford, is an Internationally Trained and ranked fencer. She is a member of the United States Fencing Association and teaches fencing at the college of Saint Catherine. Maria served as the President of the U.S.F.A., Minnesota division. Maria has taught and coached fencing to both men and women for more than 15 years and during that time has had many students gain regional distinction. Fencing is a family affair for Maria as she teaches with both her husband Gerald, and daughter Maria. 

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  Maria L.A Benford


Deephaven Elementary : Tile Gym (Cafeteria)
Mon Aug 4 - Fri Aug 8
10:00 - 11:30 AM

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Ages   8 yr. - 18 yr.

$ 109.00
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