Minnetonka Community Education

Learn the sport of fencing with Minnesota Sword Play. This class will teach the basic skills of fencing from guard, basic blocks, and attacks. All equipment and gear will be provided. Students will participate in a tournament on the last day and compete for a prize. Students must show up on time for the last day to compete.

Learn new skills, basic techniques and train to compete! Explore all three Fencing Weapons: Epee, Sabor & Foil. Emphasis on blade work, footwork and balance. Open to all levels of experience! All materials are provided for this program. The last hour of practice will focus greater on the middle schoolers since they will be coming later into practice. *Optional competitions may be available at an additional cost to the participant. Competitions are $30 each and students must compete in 2 competitions to qualify for the State Tournament. Sixth Graders cannot compete in the competitions. Coached by Maria Benford: Trained in Cuba for the Olympic team. Current head coach of Southwest Christian High school, former head coach at St. Catherine College and St. Mary's High school.