
Discovery Program
Ages 4-6.
A playful introduction to sabre, designed to develop coordination, confidence, movement, and a love for fencing.

// Valor training divisions
VSA offers a clear sabre pathway from playful first steps to fundamentals, performance training, adult fencing, and future coaching or referee development.
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Ages 4-6.
A playful introduction to sabre, designed to develop coordination, confidence, movement, and a love for fencing.

Ages 6+.
A structured foundation for new and developing fencers, building coordination, blade control, confidence, and self-discipline without rushing the competitive track.

Athletes preparing for competition.
Advanced training for athletes who want stronger competitive habits, tactical awareness, and long-term preparation for higher-level performance.

Adults starting, returning, or staying active.
Adult fencing at VSA is built for different experience levels, from first-time learners to returning fencers who want a serious but welcoming training space.

Leadership beyond the piste.
For members who want to deepen their fencing knowledge and explore future pathways in coaching, refereeing, leadership, and athlete support.
// Weekly training schedule
Current group schedule for the 2026.9-2027.6 season. Foundation groups are coach-placed based on age, experience and training needs.
5:00-6:30Foundation ACoach Elliott
7:00-8:30Foundation BCoach Elliott
5:00-6:30Foundation & PerformanceCoach Sean & Elliott
5:00-6:30Foundation BCoach Elliott
5:00-6:30Foundation ACoach Elliott
5:00-6:30Fencing Strength & ConditioningCoach Elliott
10:00-11:00Fencing Video AnalysisCoach Elliott
11:00-12:00DiscoveryCoach Elliott
12:30-14:30Club BoutingCoach Elliott
// Trial placement
Tell us the athlete's age, experience, and goals. We will help place them into the right first session.