Northern Lights Junior\Cadet \Youth Foil Camp

December 1-3, 2006

Hosted by Grand Rapids Fencing Academy, Grand Rapids, MI

This camp is the first of three cumulative camps to be held at Grand Rapids Fencing Academy during the 2006-2007 fencing season. Each camp will continue to build on the knowledge of the previous sessions. Designed for the intermediate and advanced fencer, it will focus on the preparation of youth fencers for the 2006 Summer Nationals; specifically, extensive training exercises, footwork and advanced strategy. Additionally, each student will receive 1 private lesson.

Maestros Mikhail and Arkadiy Sarkisov, the head coaches of GRAFA, will be the instructors. Both Maestros hold a BS degree in Physical Education from Russian University and a Master’s degree in Fencing. They were Gold Medallists of the Soviet Union in 1985, medallists at the USSR Nationals from 1986-1989 and finalists at the World Cup and Student World Game competitions. In 2005 Maestro Mikhail Sarkisov has been recognized by US Olympic Committee as “Developmental Coach of the Year”

Many of his students successfully compete on National and International levels. Mikhail and Arkadiy have been developing fencing in the Grand Rapids Metro area since 1993.

We invite fencers ages 20 und under to join. Fencers will be divided into two age groups: 15-20, and 14 and under, or by fencing experience. Students should have a minimum of 1 year fencing experience. The camp will be limited to 25 students. Host families of members of Grand Rapids Fencing Academy will provide accommodations and meals.

Tuition: $150.00 with accommodation and meals

$130.00 without accommodation and meal

Please make checks payable to “Grand Rapids Fencing Academy”

Registration Deadline: The registration deadline is November 29, 2006. Non refundable deposit of $70 is required at the time of registration to reserve the spot in the camp. Registration form is available for download from Grand Rapids Fencing Academy web site: www.grfencing.com/camp.html

Note: The camp participants must have electrical equipment and at least 2 working weapons.

Register by phone: 616-776-7870 (GRAFA) every weeknight except Friday from 7PM to 9PM or by emailing Mikhail.Sarkisov@alticor.com

Camp Schedule

Camp Schedule:

Fri. 12\01 6PM-7PM Registration. Host Family assignments.

7-9PM Open fencing and evaluation of the fencers.

Sat. 12\02 10AM. –1PMPM Conditioning, footwork, theory, strategy drills

1 PM – 2 PM Lunch

2:00PM- 4:30 Bouts based on strategy drills

Sun. 12\03 11: AM -1:30PM Instruction, drills

1:30PM- 2:15 PM Lunch

2:15PM- 4:30PM Conditioning, footwork, theory, strategy drills.

4:30- 5PM Social Hour: Light snacks. Parent’s questions and comments are welcome at this time.

5PM we must sadly say goodbye to all of our friends.

Grand Rapids Fencing Academy

800 Monroe NW, Suite 322 · Grand Rapids MI 49503 · Tel 616-776-7870

Visit our web site www.grfencing.com for driving directions