Spring Equinox Junior\Cadet \Youth Foil and Epee Camp

March 14-16, 2008

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 2007-2008 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 2008 Summer Nationals; specifically, extensive training exercises, footwork and advanced strategy.

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 March 10, 2008. 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

Fri. 03\14        6:30pm-7pm: Registration. Host Family assignments.

7pm-9pm: Open Fencing and evaluation of fencers. Games

Sat. 03\15        10am-12:00pm: Conditioning, footwork, target work, drills

12:00pm-1:00pm: Lunch

1:00pm –2:30pm: Theory: Fencing bout strategy and tactics session (make sure you                   have your notepad and a pencil).

2:30pm– 4:30pm: During this time we will have bouts with assigned tasks for each bout.

Sun. 03\05       11:00am-1:00pm: Fencing drills. Subject: Whatever covered in the yesterday Theory session

1:00pm-1:30pm: Lunch   

1:30pm-2:15pm: Games (Dodge Ball, Soccer, Basketball, Hand Ball, Ping Pong)

2:15pm-4:00pm: Bouts

4 pm: Light snacks and juices. Parent’s questions and comments are welcome at this time.

4:15pm: At this time fencers must be picked up by their parents. GRAFA closed

 

Grand Rapids Fencing Academy

1345 Monroe NW, Suite 102 · Grand Rapids MI 49505 · Tel 616-776-7870

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