About
Our Program
From Beginner to World Champion since 1989
Founded in 1989 by Mark and Lara Masters, The Fencing Academy of Philadelphia is dedicated to teaching the art of fencing to students between the ages of 8-80. Since its founding, the Fencing Academy of Philadelphia has produced 3 world champions, numerous national champions, senior, junior and cadet world team members, countless NCAA All-Americans, hobbyists, and more.
1989 Fencing Academy of Philadelphia opens its doors
2006 Graham Wicas wins the Cadet World Championships in Men’s Epee
2006 Deila Turner wins Veteran World Championships in Vet-50 Women’s Saber
2015 Fencing Academy of Philadelphia adds its second location in Wyncote
2021 Fencing Academy of Philadelphia adds its third location in the Main Line
2021 Maia Weintraub is the alternate for Team USA Women’s Foil in the Tokyo Olympics
2022 Fencing Academy of Philadelphia adds its fourth location in West Chester
All Weapons
Regardless of whether you’re a foilist, an epeeist, or a saberist—or whether you know what that means—you’ll find a Fencing Academy of Philadelphia coach that caters to your favorite type of fencing.
All Ages
With students ranging in age from 8 to 80, it’s hard to say that fencing is a sport for only one type of person! Regardless of age, our coaches work to help every student meet their potential.
All Skill Levels
You’ll find beginners and world champions alike practicing in our fencing clubs. We pride ourselves in being able to teach students at every stage of their fencing journey.