BIDA FENCING ACADEMY "BEGINNER SUMMER CAMP 6"
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Five days of fun, fencing, and learning! Beginner fencers will master fundamentals, play games, build confidence, and train with Olympic-level coaches. Ages 6–14.
DISCOVER THE SPORT OF NOBILITY — START THE RIGHT WAY
The BFA Beginner Summer Camps are designed for children ages 6–14 who are brand new to fencing or just starting their journey. In only five days, participants will build the strong foundation normally achieved in months of regular classes — making this the fastest and most effective entry into the world of fencing.
Elite Coaching. One System.
The camp is led by the Bida Fencing Academy coaching staff:
Sergey Bida - Olympic Silver Medalist, World No. 1 (2019–2020), World Champion
Violetta Bida - Olympian, 3× World Champion, 3x European Champion
Zhanna Bikkina - Stanford Assistant Coach, Coach of national team athletes, World Champions, and Pan American Champions
Sergei Tikhonov - Former Head Coach of the UAE, Jordan, and Kuwait National Teams
Evgeniia Semina - International Foil Coach with UAE National Team experience
Diana Berbega - Former member of the Russian National Team
Led by our Olympic-level professional coaching staff, each camp ensures that your child:
- Learns the correct fencing stance and basic movement.
- Masters fundamental footwork and balance.
- Understands blade work basics and how to score.
- Practices with real electrical fencing equipment.
- Gains an introduction to rules, etiquette, and sportsmanship — the values that make fencing the sport of nobility.
By the end of the camp, your child will already be ready to join our Beginner Group at BFA with confidence, proper form, and excitement for continued learning.
WHY PARENTS CHOOSE BFA CAMPS
- Intensive 5-day format = progress that normally takes months.
- Fun, structured environment combining fencing drills with sports games.
- Every child gets their own sanitized set of equipment.
- Classes supervised by elite-level coaches passionate about inspiring beginners.
- Students leave camp not just “trying fencing,” but becoming fencers.
CAMP HOURS
9am – 3pm (Lunch break 10:30am – 11:30am)
PRACTICAL INFO
Parking: Free on-site and street parking.
Spectators: Parents welcome in the lobby; no sideline coaching.
Refund Policy:
- Full refund (minus $25 fee) up to 14 days prior.
- 50% refund up to 7 days prior.
- Credit only for cancellations within 6 days (medical exception with doctor’s note).
- Payment Options: Online payment guarantees your spot. Limited walk-in by approval only.
⚡ Don’t miss the chance to give your child a powerful start in fencing. In just one week, they’ll gain skills, confidence, and discipline that will set them apart — and prepare them to continue their journey directly into BFA’s Beginner program