Summer Solstice Junior/Cadet/ Youth Foil Camp

June 13-15, 2008

Hosted by Grand Rapids Fencing Academy, Grand Rapids, MI

This camp is the last of four cumulative camps to be held at Grand Rapids Fencing Academy during the 2007-2008 fencing season. 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 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 USSR State 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. Mikhail and Arkadiy have been developing fencing in the Grand Rapids Metro area since 1993. In March 2005, Maestro Mikhail was recognized as “Youth Developmental Coach of the Year” by United States Fencing Association.

We invite fencers ages 19 and under to join. Fencers will be divided into two age groups: 15-19,14 and under and 10 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. Pool activities are included in your tuition.

Tuition: $160.00 with accommodation and meals

               $140.00 without accommodation.

   Please make checks payable to “Grand Rapids Fencing Academy”

 Registration Deadline:

            The registration deadline is June 10. Non refundable deposit of $90 is required at the time of registration to reserve the spot in the camp. Registration form and pool waiver are available for download from Grand Rapids Fencing Academy web site: www.grfencing.com/camps.html

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

Camp Schedule:

Fri. 06\13        6:30pm-7pm: Registration. Host Family assignments.

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

Sat. 06\14 10am-12:00pm: Conditioning, footwork, Theory and Drills

1:00pm: Lunch (Pool lunch area)

1:00pm –4:30pm: Pool Party

Sun. 06\15 11:00am-1:00pm: Fencing drills. Subject: Whatever covered in the yesterday Theory session

1:00pm-1:30pm: Lunch   

1:30pm-4 pm: Bouts by assignments

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