Washington Fencing Academy

Washington Fencing Academy offers saber fencing classes, including Beginner Youth Saber, Beginner Teen/Adult Saber, Intermediate Youth Saber, Intermediate Teen/Adult Saber, Advanced Saber, Competitive Team Practice, Open Fencing, Free Intro Session, and Private Lessons. Beginner classes are 45 minutes long, enrollment is rolling, and students can attend any available beginner class each week.

Programs

• Beginner Youth Saber — 8-12 · Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
• Beginner Teen/Adult Saber — 13+ · Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
• Intermediate Youth Saber — 8-12 · Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
• Intermediate Teen/Adult Saber — 13+ · Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
• Advanced Saber — invite only, Y14+ · Mondays and Wednesdays · By invitation only. Requirements: invitation only, advanced-level test, own competitive equipment required.
• Competitive Team Practice — Members of the WFA Regional Team · Fridays · For Members of the WFA Regional Team.
• Open Fencing — Intermediate+; youth Y10-Y14, teens/adults Y14+, veterans and advanced · Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
• Free Intro Session — Saturdays

At a glance

• Ages: 8–18 years old
• General schedule: Beginning classes are offered 3 days a week. Intermediate Saber classes are offered 3 times a week. Advanced Saber classes are offered 2 times a week. Open Fencing is hosted 3 sessions per week.

About the provider

Washington Fencing Academy says it has served Seattle’s Eastside for over 20 years. Its mission statement describes it as a saber fencing school that specializes in Olympic-style fencing with a focus on fast-paced saber training for all skill levels.

• Private Lessons — By appointment · Available by appointment only. Rates vary by instructor.

Enrollment is rolling. Students can attend any available beginner class each week and are not locked into one specific day. Beginner classes are 45 minutes in length. Open Fencing is included in monthly membership once students reach intermediate level. Free introductory sessions are available. Lessons are beginner-friendly.

What families say

“Took the 11 and 9 year old after school for a trial and first lesson. Angie was great with the kids, kept then engaged and got to the fun stuff as quickly as was safe. Well be back for real classes!” — Charlie W.

“Great place, and coaches” — Chris S.

“Great, friendly and knowledgeable staff!.” — Nathan C.

Last updated September 12, 2026.