Swords Fencing Studio

Swords Fencing Studio teaches épée fencing for beginners through advanced fencers. Its introductory group class is for prospective students and first-time fencers, with practice equipment provided by the studio. It also offers Youth/Intermediate Class, Y10/Y12 Competitive Class, Advanced Class, private lessons, and Open Floor Fencing, with some classes requiring full equipment, a coach invitation, or Silver Elite membership.

Programs

• Introductory group class — primarily for students ages 5-15 · one hour; once or twice a week · $290–$430 per month · For prospective students and first-time fencers; practice equipment provided by the studio.
• Youth/Intermediate Class — primarily for students under 13 · Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm · $310–$450 per month · For students looking to pursue competitive fencing; full equipment required.
• Y10/Y12 Competitive Class — Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-8 pm · $570 per month · For experienced competitive fencers; coach invitation and Silver Elite membership required.
• Advanced Class — Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 pm; Saturdays 10-11 am · $310–$590 per month · For students competing on the national/international level.
• Private lessons — all ages and experience levels · $62–$80 · One-on-one lessons offered for students with prior fencing experience and adults; 20 minute lessons; 24 hour cancellation notice required.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $62–$590
• General schedule: Introductory group class is one hour and meets once or twice a week. Youth/Intermediate Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm. Y10/Y12 Competitive Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-8 pm. Advanced Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 pm and Saturdays 10-11 am. Group classes are held at Pasadena and Irvine locations.

About the provider

Swords Fencing Studio is led by Head Coach Tigran Shaginian. The studio describes itself as a community of supportive fencers and families of all ages and backgrounds. Many students compete nationally and internationally and are recruited by top fencing colleges.

• Open Floor Fencing — $40–$170 per day · Open Floor membership is $170 monthly for non-members; included in all membership packages.

USA Fencing membership is required to be covered by insurance. Non-competitive USA Fencing membership (Access Membership) costs $29 per year. Competitive membership costs $99 per year. If Swords is listed as Primary or Secondary Club under USA Fencing, the minimum $170 monthly membership is required regardless of class attendance. Membership reactivation fee is $150. Adult group classes are not currently offered weekly.

Last updated November 3, 2026.