(714) 549-2946
SOUTH COAST FENCING CENTER
Exciting - Challenging - FUN!
GROUP PROGRAMS
INTRODUCTION TO FENCING
New to the Olympic sport of fencing? This program is for you! Students will learn the basics in a fun and immersive training environment. We provide all of the gear you need to get started and offer a flexible schedule throughout the week to meet your needs. Give fencing a try!
INTERMEDIATE WEAPON-SPECIFIC PROGRAMS
For those who know the basics, these programs will guide students through refinement of the sport. Fencers will explore more advanced movements and tactics in a positive, focused and challenging training environment.
COMPETITIVE PROGRAMS
For those fencers interested in competition at the local, regional, national or international levels, the Center offers advanced instruction to take you to the next level.
HISTORICAL EUROPEAN MARTIAL ARTS (HEMA)
Interested in learning to use actual historical weaponry? This program trains you in weapons like the longsword, dagger, staff, sword & shield, and many others!
GROUP PROGRAMS
We are currently accepting new students. Looking to get started? Younger students begin in our Youth Foil Program (ages 7-11), 12 & ups can start in our Intro/Intermediate Foil Program and adults also have the option of our Adult Foil Program. Visit our class schedule for more details on these programs.
Click on the Class Schedule link above for a complete listing of our course offerings. We offer equipment sales as well; for orders email info@southcoastfencing.com or call our Front Desk at 714-549-2946.
INTRODUCTION TO FENCING
New to the Olympic sport of fencing? This program is for you! Students will learn the basics in a fun and immersive training environment. Due to Covid-19 precautions, the Center is unable to loan fencing equipment to students. All participants must provide their own equipment. Our staff will assist you with ordering what you need to start the program. Give fencing a try!
For younger fencers, we offer Youth Programs specifically for kids ages 7-11. These program emphasizes coordination, athletic development, concentration and age-appropriate intuitive instruction. New fencers start in Youth Foil but may select Youth Foil or Youth Epee after meeting with an SCFC Coach.
INTERMEDIATE WEAPON-SPECIFIC PROGRAMS
For those who know the basics, these programs will guide students through refinement of the sport. Fencers will explore more advanced movements and tactics in a positive, focused and challenging training environment.
COMPETITIVE PROGRAMS
For those fencers interested in competition at the local, regional, national or international levels, the Center offers advanced instruction to take you to the next level.
UPCOMING EVENTS
OUR STORY
Our Background & Philosophy
The South Coast Fencing Center is a non-profit organization founded in 1999 with the goal of providing an extraordinary training experience in a positive and focused learning environment. The Center offers instruction in foil and epee at all levels. Our coaches have extensive experience at both the national and international levels and are experienced in developing and fostering talent in every student, regardless of their background.
SOUTH COAST FENCING CENTER NEWS
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Orange Coast SN Quals
April 21
April 5, 2024
For those looking to qualify for the 2024 Summer Nationals at the end of June, this is the Orange Coast Division qualifying path. If you have yet to qualify through other means (regional points, etc), be sure to attend this competition.
Registration and more information can be found on AskFred.net. Filter upcoming tournaments by Division (Orange Coast).
April SCFC Open Foil Circuit
April 5
April 2, 2024
SCFC is hosting our monthly unsanctioned mixed open foil tournament on Friday, April 5th. These Circuits are open to any fencer, regardless of club affiliation.
Date: Friday, April 5
Check-in: 6:30pm
Registration: $10
Medals: to the top 4
Please note that our normally scheduled Competitive Foil Program classes will not be held on this evening.
SCFC Summer Camps are here!
April 4, 2024
SCFC will be hosting a number of summer camps. This season we are offering three 2-day introductory fencing camps for those new to the sport. The Center will provide all the necessary fencing gear and new students will learn both the foil and epee.
The Center is also hosting two intermediate/competitive training camps over the summer. These are designed for experienced fencers and will focus on conditioning, coordination development, footwork and handwork exercises and lots of bouting.
All camps run 9:30am to 4:30pm daily.