Winter 2026

RFC Elite Winter Épée Camp 2026

Elevate Your Game at Our Exclusive Fencing Camp!

Join us for the RFC elite winter fencing camp, a unique opportunity to deepen your training! Over three days, participants will receive elite coaching from Coach Ben Bratton, NYU & RFC Head Coach, and Coach Khristopher White, SHU head coach. This camp is designed to enhance your skills, understanding of the sport, and competitive edge.

HANDS-ON TRAINING

Engage in personalized instruction and drills tailored to your skill level, focusing on essential techniques and advanced strategies.

Expert Insights

Learn from experienced coaches who have a deep understanding of national-level fencing, gaining valuable tips on training regimens, competition preparation, and the competition process.

Mock Competitions

Participate in a series of controlled matches and a round-robin tournament, simulating the competition fencing experience while receiving constructive feedback to improve your performance.

Mental Conditioning

Discover mental strategies to enhance focus, resilience, and tactical thinking during competitions, essential skills for success at any level.

Team Dynamics

Understand the importance of teamwork and camaraderie in a collegiate setting, fostering connections with fellow fencers that can last a lifetime

This camp is for athletes with at least one year of experience and with regular competition at the Regional, National and International levels.

RFC Winter Camp 2026

WHEN
December 28th – 30th

WHERE
Revolution Fencing Center
1220 Ward Ave
Suite 200
West Chester, PA 19380

WHO
Épée only. This camp is for individuals aged 13+ who compete regularly at the Regional level or higher.

17/30 slots filled, reserve yours now!

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Coach Benjamin Bratton – New York University Head Coach

Coach Ben is one of the most decorated épée fencers in U.S. history, and has won multiple national championships in Seniors, Juniors, and Cadets. Coach Ben served as the Olympic alternate in Men’s Épée at the 2016 Olympic Games. He competed on 8 Senior World Championship teams, won the silver medal in the team event in 2010, won the first in gold in the history of United States Fencing in 2012, and ranked as high as 30th in the world in Men’s Épée. As part of the Pan American Championship Teams, Coach Ben competed in 2017, 2016, 2015, 2011, and 2010; winning the individual bronze in 2017, team gold in 2015, and team gold in 2011. In 2012, Coach Ben became the first African-American fencer to win a World Championship title as a member of the U.S. Men’s Épée Team; together, they became the first-ever Men’s Fencing Team to win gold at the World Team Championships in American fencing history.

Graduated from St. John’s University, Coach Ben brings over a decade of experience as a youth coach with the Peter Westbrook Foundation, a nonprofit that works with underserved youth in New York City. Coach Ben is the New York University varsity head coach and holds the Prévôt d’Épée coaching certification; he leads all programming in our Chester County program, and lives in the county with his wife and two children.

Coach Khristopher White – Sacred Heart University Head Coach

Coach Khristopher White is the Head Coach of Sacred Heart University’s fencing team. White has been the Athlete Performance Manager and Program Coordinator for the Peter Westbrook Foundation, a New York City organization that addresses social, physical, academic and health-related barriers by using fencing to offer structured activities and academic support to underprivileged youth. He served as mentor and coach to more than 150 young athletes while also managing over 40 athletes from ages 8 to 30 as they pursued their goals in fencing. Four of those athletes qualified for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

White had a decorated career as a Sacred Heart Pioneer, helping his team win four consecutive NEC championships while twice earning all-conference honors. He was part of a first-place Épée squad that led the Pioneers to a New England Intercollegiate Fencing Championship in 2015, SHU’s second such title with White. Coach White was part of the first Sacred Heart Épée unit to finish first at the National Collegiate Squad Championships in 2015, the winter that he qualified for the NCAA Championships.

SCHedule

Camp Dates: Monday, December 28 through Wednesday December 30
Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

FACILITY

Revolution Fencing Center features:

All overhead electric strips
Sport Court floors
Professional competitive training environment
Parking directly outside the facility

TUTITION & REGISTRATION

$500 Payment Required
Registration due November 30th
Balance charged December 1st

Registration Process

Submit your application with payment below.
Your spot is secured upon payment.
In the event that an athlete doesn’t make the cut, we’ll issue a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

Who can attend?
Epeeists ages 13 and up competing at the regional level or higher.

How many athletes will be accepted?
The camp is limited to 30 athletes.

Do athletes bring their own equipment?
Yes, athletes should bring full competition ready epee gear.

Is this appropriate for beginners?
No, this camp is designed for experienced regional level competitors preparing for championship events.

Is parking available?
Yes, parking is located directly outside the facility.