Classes
At Skyward Fencing, our classes serve as a fantastic introduction to the exhilarating world of fencing while also providing a platform for more advanced training. These classes are designed to be both fun and educational, creating an engaging learning environment for fencers of all levels.
Registration for our fencing classes is currently made through our partners: Harper College, Hoffman Estates Park District, Bartlett Park District, and The Village of Lake Zurich.
New sessions for Harper typically commence in August, October, January, March, and June, ensuring ample opportunities to embark on your fencing journey.
New sessions with our various Park District/Village partners begin about every 3 months starting in January, though some exceptions can be made to start mid-session.
Our current class schedule is:
Tuesday 6-8 pm at Harper College
Wednesday 4:30-8 pm at Hoffman Estates Park District
Thursday 4:30-8 pm at both Bartlett Park District and Village of Lake Zurich
Additional days for open practice and classes will be available soon.
Coaching
For those seeking to accelerate their progress, private one-on-one lessons offer a pathway to success. Fencers aiming to compete at regional, national, or international levels will find these lessons particularly beneficial.
Our experienced coaches focus on building a strong foundation and honing basic skills, as well as introducing more advanced techniques. Practicing these skills in group bouts and competitions further reinforces growth and proficiency.
At Skyward Fencing, we are committed to helping every fencer soar to new heights in their fencing journey, whether in group classes or through personalized, one-on-one instruction.
If you have any questions about how our classes are run, how to sign up, or any other questions regarding membership - please contact us
Membership
Skyward Fencing membership
Skyward Fencing Membership Fee - $360 Annually or $33 Monthly
Payments can be made by clicking the links above.
All Skyward Fencing memberships include:
Open Fencing Practice Nights – Currently available in Hoffman Estates, with more locations to come.
Preferred Competition Rates – Save on Skyward-hosted Events.
Discounted Rates for Private Coaching & Armory Services – Personalized 1-1 training, equipment and weapon maintenance.
Training Camps, Clinics, and Gear Discounts – Preferred pricing on Advanced Training Opportunities, Fencing Equipment, and Skyward Merchandise.
Access to Exclusive Team Gear – Represent the club in style!
Specialized Training Content – Specialized Drills, Fitness Programs, and Exercise Guides to enhance your performance.
In order to be a full member of Skyward Fencing and participate in USFA sanctioned events, you must also obtain a USA Fencing Membership.
usa fencing membership
To create a USA Fencing membership, simply go to the membership page at usafencing.org and select the best option that works for you. Most of our members hold either Competitive Memberships which grant access to all levels of competition at USFA sanctioned events, or Access Memberships which allow the fencer to participate in all local competitions and divisional qualification events, but not regional or national. More details about these membership types are found on the USA Fencing site.
Additional information
Competition Registration Links
USA Fencing Tournament Browser (Regional & National Event Registration)
AskFred.net (Local Event Registration)
General Fencing Information
Partnerships
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We are proud to partner with Rogue Alchemy Fitness to gain access to some of the very best fitness programs around - soar to new levels of fitness with one of their superb programs!
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We are happy to announce our partnership with Harper College - all Skyward Fencing classes are all held at the main Palatine Campus M Building
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We are proud to be affiliated as a club with USFA
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We are happy to announce our partnership with the Village of Lake Zurich - all Skyward Fencing classes are all held at the Paulus Park Chalet Building
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We are happy to announce our partnership with the Hoffman Estates Park District - all Skyward Fencing classes are all held at the Willow Recreation Center
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We are happy to announce our partnership with the Bartlett Park District - all Skyward Fencing classes are all held at the Bartlett Community Center