Bergen Fencing Club is one of the US leading Saber clubs. We have fencers of all ages and abilities, from 5-60+ and from beginner to Olympian; new members of any level – including absolute beginners on our regular Beginner classes – are very welcome. We are very proud of our successes in competitions both in the US and Internationally. Head Coach Oleg Stetsiv: Saber Coach at Princeton University, an “A”-rated fencer, 5 times NAC Veteran Champion. Oleg also works as a referee, officiating events both in the U.S. and abroad. We have a highly experienced COACHING TEAM! Pre-Summer Nationals Camp. June 27th – July 1st Suitable for competitive fencers of ALL levels in preparation for the Summer National Fencing Championship. Fencers include Team USA members, World and National champions, and NCAA college athletes. HOURS: 10am-4pm PRICE: $300 Bergen Members or $70 Daily (June group classes paid) $400 Bergen Members or $90 Daily $500 Non-Bergen Members or $110 Daily 2ND CHILD 20% DISCOUNT; 3RD CHILD 30% DISCOUNT ONLY FOR FULL SESSION PAYMENTS ** NO CHANGES/RETURNS/CARRY-OVERS ARE ALLOWED ONCE THE SESSION STARTS Pre-July Challenge Beginners/Intermediate & Elite/Advanced Camp: July 16th-July 20th Suitable for competitive fencers of ALL levels in preparation for the July Challenge. Fencers include Team USA members, World and National champions, NCAA college athletes. HOURS: 10am-4pm PRICE: $300 Bergen Members or $70 Daily (June group classes paid) $400 Bergen Members or $90 Daily $500 Non-Bergen Members or $110 Daily 2ND CHILD 20% DISCOUNT; 3RD CHILD 30% DISCOUNT ONLY FOR FULL SESSION PAYMENTS ** NO CHANGES/RETURNS/CARRY-OVERS ARE ALLOWED ONCE THE SESSION STARTS Youth Camps (Waldwick, NJ) Fencing is said to be a game of physical chess. It is a game of strategy and focus. It is a sport that builds agility, balance and coordination, and imparts values like respect, resilience and sportsmanship. During our Beginner/Intermediate Camps, fencers have a great opportunity to start or improve their skills. These camps are open to any and all fencers regardless of skill level. Beginners/Intermediate Camp. August 9-13th Field outings, general fitness improvement. Footwork, drills, bouting. Private lessons available upon request. HOURS: 10am – 4pm (extended hours 9am – 6pm upon request) PRICE: $350 Bergen Members or $70 Daily $400 Non-Bergen Members or $90 Daily 2ND CHILD 20% DISCOUNT; 3RD CHILD 30% DISCOUNT ONLY FOR FULL SESSION PAYMENTS ** NO CHANGES/RETURNS/CARRY-OVERS ARE ALLOWED ONCE THE SESSION STARTS What To Bring: lunch (Bergen will provide water. A refrigerator and microwave are available for personal use) extra T-shirts small towel complete fencing uniform (including under arm protector, knickers and high socks) 2-3 working weapons and body cords Pre-Season Beginners/Intermediate Camp: August 30th-September 3rd Second during this summer Beginners/Intermediate Camp for Unrated and ‘E’ rated fencers. Another opportunity to start/ improve your skills in fencing. Field outings, general fitness improvement. Footwork, drills, bouting. Private lessons available upon request. HOURS: 10am – 4pm (extended hours 9am – 6pm upon request) PRICE: $350 Bergen Members or $70 Daily $400 Non-Bergen Members or $90 Daily 2ND CHILD 20% DISCOUNT; 3RD CHILD 30% DISCOUNT ONLY FOR FULL SESSION PAYMENTS ** NO CHANGES/RETURNS/CARRY-OVERS ARE ALLOWED ONCE THE SESSION STARTS Pre-Season Elite/Advanced Camp: August 30th-September 3rd Fencers include Team USA members, World and National champions and NCAA college athletes. Conditioning, footwork, drills, bouting. Private lessons available upon request. HOURS: 10am-4pm PRICE: $450 Bergen Members or $100 Daily $550 Non-Bergen Members or $120 Daily   Can fencing help get me into college?