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Adult FENCING
Come learn the exciting sport of fencing! Often called a physical game of chess, fencing develops endurance, coordination, agility, poise and balance. While fencing is a physical sport, it is also a mental game requiring concentration, quick decision-making and problem-solving. It’s an ideal activity for people of all ages and sizes.

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. Also, 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."

Fencing Equipment Purchase and Rental Information will be sent out prior to class. For more information, contact Michael at 978-210-2711 or michael@nefencing.com.
 
EQUIPMENT POLICY & FENCING GEAR REQUIREMENTS
ALL Participants must have fencing equipment to participate. 

Option 1: Purchasing new
Michael recommends Absolute Fencing Gear, Inc.
https://www.absolutefencinggear.com/shopping/
 
Michael is 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.  He 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.

Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Fencing: Wednesday's Summer (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 2 
18y and up N/A W  07/09/2025 - 08/27/2025
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
View Locations 		$275.00 Res, $275.00 Non-Res
10 seat(s) available
 
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Fencing: Thursday's Summer (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 2 
18y and up N/A Th  07/10/2025 - 08/28/2025
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
View Locations 		$275.00 Res, $275.00 Non-Res
9 seat(s) available
 
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Fencing: Wednesday's Fall (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 1 
18y and up N/A W  09/17/2025 - 11/05/2025
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Thompson School 		$290.00 Res, $290.00 Non-Res
9 seat(s) available
 
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Fencing: Thursdays Fall (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 1 
18y and up N/A Th  09/18/2025 - 11/13/2025
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Thompson School 		$290.00 Res, $290.00 Non-Res
5 seat(s) available
 
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Fencing: Wednesdays Fall (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 2 
18y and up N/A W  11/12/2025 - 01/21/2026
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Thompson School 		$290.00 Res, $290.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
 
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Fencing: Thursday Fall (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 2 
18y and up N/A Th  11/20/2025 - 01/29/2026
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Thompson School 		$290.00 Res, $290.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
 
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Fencing: Wednesday Winter (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 1 
18y and up N/A W  01/28/2026 - 03/25/2026
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Thompson School 		$290.00 Res, $290.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
 
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Fencing: Thursdays Winter (Beginner/Advanced Ages 18+) Session 1 
18y and up N/A Th  02/05/2026 - 04/02/2026
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Thompson School 		$290.00 Res, $290.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
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