Registration is now open for our Study Hall & Sports Program.
A structured, distance learning and sports program.
The Benefits of Fencing
Fencing is an Olympic Sport with college opportunities.
Fencers have a distinct advantage when it comes to college applications.
Fencing is extremely safe and is ranked on par with badminton for safety.
Fencing is a life-long sport where physique and age are not limitations.
Strategy, finesse, skill, & endurance all come together in this individual sport.
Fencing is a fast paced sport that builds confidence, fitness and quick decision making.
Fencers have a distinct advantage when it comes to college applications.
Fencing is extremely safe and is ranked on par with badminton for safety.
Fencing is a life-long sport where physique and age are not limitations.
Strategy, finesse, skill, & endurance all come together in this individual sport.
Fencing is a fast paced sport that builds confidence, fitness and quick decision making.
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ARCHERY CLUB
WE SERVE FAIRFAX, ARLINGTON, ALEXANDRIA & DC
Covid-19 Precautions
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Contactless check-in
Limited capacity Increased Ventilation Equipment policies |
Temperature checks
Social distancing Extra sanitation Mask-wearing required |
We are The Club that Champions Call Home
2019 National Champion - Div 2 Men's Epee
2018, 2019, 2020 High School All-Americans 2nd Team Foil, Honorable Mention Saber
2018, 2019, 2020 High School All-Academic First Team
2018, 2019, 2020 Junior Olympians
2019 Veteran Summer Nationals Medalists - Women's Epee, Foil & Saber, Men's Epee
2020 Top Eight Veteran Finishes - Women's Epee, Foil & Saber
2018, 2019, 2020 High School All-Americans 2nd Team Foil, Honorable Mention Saber
2018, 2019, 2020 High School All-Academic First Team
2018, 2019, 2020 Junior Olympians
2019 Veteran Summer Nationals Medalists - Women's Epee, Foil & Saber, Men's Epee
2020 Top Eight Veteran Finishes - Women's Epee, Foil & Saber
Our club is our family, and our home away from home. Our coaches, led by Coach Greg Kaidanov, work to create a friendly environment where fencers of all ages and abilities can find success. Coach Greg Kaidanov learned his coaching techniques from working along side of his father, US Fencing Hall of Fame Coach Emik Kaidanov. The 2019 National Championship is the second in Coach Greg's coaching career.
News from NOVA
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Beginner Fencing Classes are Back!!Learn the fundamentals of fencing in our awesome, small beginner fencing classes. These classes teach fencing footwork and bladework in drills against dummies and partner drills. Learn the foundations of fencing from our coaches before you bout. Due to Covid-19 safety precautions all new Beginners must purchase their own mask and glove for $80. See our class times and enroll now!
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Our New Location is Closer to CompletionWith the help of our friends, the back two thirds of the club is nearing completion. The lights are up, the walls are painted and the floor is down. The whips are in place for the scoring machines and we are waiting for the Big Boy Backstop for our archery range.
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Fencing Mask & Glove - Special Pricing $80New fencers can buy their own mask and glove for the special price of $80. Our masks are Advanced 350N puncture resistant masks with removable and washable lining. Excellent performance at great price. Available in S, M, L, and XL for Epee, Foil and Saber.
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JOAD Archers earn Achievement PinsJOAD Star Pins are awarded for scoring achievements. JOAD archers can earn Stars Pins for shooting indoors and/or outdoors with barebow, basic compound recurve and/or compound bows. Congratulations to Xander, Meagan, and Leah for earning 4, 3, and 2 star pins.
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Welcome our new coaches!
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The start of the new fencing season brings us two new coaches from Loudoun International Fencing Club.
Coach Gianpaolo "GP" Marini is a 3-weapon Fencing Master, who specializes in saber and epee. He earned his Fencing Master’s Diploma from Semmelweis University in Hungary and is recognized as a fencing master by the FIE, EFC, and British Olympic Association. Coach Amy Orlando is an epee specialist who was a member of the USA Senior World Team and fenced for Notre Dame University where she was two time team captain. She brings a strong tactical background to her coaching. |
