Since 1979, NCF Boulder has trained fencers of every age, skill level, and ambition. From first-time beginners to national champions and world finalists, we’ve been alongside them as they learned, competed, and got what they wanted out of the sport. Whatever brings you here; competition, challenge, focus, or simply the draw of trying something different when you bring your commitment, you’ll get the same focused coaching and respect that define our club. Titles, medals, scholarships, confidence, focus, friendships whatever form it takes, every fencer leaves with something that lasts.

Fencing here fits the culture of Boulder and the Front Range: active, focused, and determined. It attracts kids who thrive on challenge and think creatively, who enjoy solving problems in motion and learning through strategy and focus. Whether someone comes for a single season or stays for years, the experience builds lasting skills and memories: poise under pressure, strategic thinking, and confidence that carries far beyond the strip.

That spirit extends to our adult fencers as well, from late teens to veteran competitors. Our adult program blends technical training with the same depth and rigor as our youth classes, offering a place to sharpen skills, build community, and stay engaged in a sport that rewards precision and persistence at every age.

The Sport of Fencing
At NCF Boulder, we specialize exclusively in épée fencing. The épée is a direct descendant of the classic dueling sword, and unlike other weapons, it has no “right-of-way” rules or limited target areas. Every part of the opponent’s body is valid, and simultaneous touches can be scored by both fencers. That simplicity makes épée the most tactical and precise of the three weapons—easy to learn at first, but endlessly challenging to master.

If you are looking for a sport that develops focus, agility, and decision making while keeping you mentally sharp and physically active, fencing may be exactly what you are looking for.

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