Youth Programs

Salle Auriol Seattle runs a vibrant Youth and Juniors' Program for kids ages 7-14. SAS Students range from novices with no prior experience, to national medalists. All equipment is provided.

NEW! Beginning Fencing for Youngsters 7-9

Salle Auriol now offers an introductory class for the youngest of our fencers. September through June: Class will be held once a week on Wednesdays from 5-6 pm. Cost per month is $100.00 For more information, please e.mail catherine@salleauriol.com

After School Program

This is a program for kids ages 10-14 to attend after school, Monday through Thursday, September through June. Beginning fencing is from held 4-5 pm, and intermediate fencing from 5-6 pm. Students are strongly encouraged to participate twice a week. Price of class ($130.00) is for 1 or 2 days/week.

The after school program is divided into study of foil (Mondays and Wednesdays) and sabre (Tuesdays and Thursdays). For more information on foil and sabre, please visit our "About Fencing" page.

New Epee Program Offered by Maitre Auriol

Maitre Auriol will be offering a special class in epee beginning Thursday, April 1. students over the age of ten are encouraged to join. As epee is a slightly heavier weapon than foil and sabre, there is a height requirement of minimum five feet tall to participate.

Kids may be dropped off as early as 3:30 pm, and should be picked up by 6:00 pm.

Students learn all the basics and skills of the sport from an experienced fencing coach, and have a chance to practice with other kids at the Salle, and the Seattle/Eastside area. All equipment is provided for beginning students.

Sign up for After School Fencing (automatic monthly billing)

Junior Competitive Program

First year students are reviewed throughout their progress, and may be invited to partake in the competitive program. For more information, please e-mail russ@salleauriol.com, or catherine@salleauriol.com.

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Although fencing is primarily an individual sport, kids develop a strong sense of teamwork working with the other students in the class. Fencing is a co-ed sport where girls and boys have equal opportunity to excel, and children regularly defeat equally ranked adults.

Parents of our high school fencers have said that their child's fencing was a deciding factor in gaining admittance to a first choice college.

If you have any questions, wish to speak to an instructor, or if your student already has experience fencing and wants private coaching please email youth@salleauriol.com

Salle Auriol Seattle also offers fencing demonstrations and private clinics for your your next event. Please email russ@salleauriol.com for information about this service.