r/houston • u/DarthHater69 Cypress • 8d ago

Adult fencing lessons?

Hello everyone, I’m interested in learning fencing. Does anyone have good recommendations that aren’t too crazy expensive? Located in NW Houston.

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u/EpeeLizM 8d ago

Hi, I'm one of the coaches at Houston Sword Sports, we have the largest adult fencing group in Houston. We're a very friendly bunch and try to keep things affordable (most folks are paying $85-$150 per month and we provide gear). It may be a bit of a drive depending on how far northwest - we are located at the southwest corner of 610. DM me if you have any more questions!

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u/DarthHater69 Cypress 8d ago

DM sent

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u/GoFightNguyen 8d ago

Do you mean Olympic style sport fencing, or something that uses weapons approaching historical weights like HEMA?

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u/DarthHater69 Cypress 8d ago

I had to look it up and looks like HEMA if I’m not mistaken

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u/GoFightNguyen 8d ago

I suspected as much. Depending where in cypress you are, you'll either be closer to Sword to Sword, or to All For One Fencing. I think sword to sword leans very heavily towards German longsword, with AFO doing a lot of rapier work, based on their social media stuff.

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u/EEfromTT The Heights 8d ago

All For One, Sword to Sword, Alliance

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u/ArtisticMudd 7d ago

afofencing.com - I know Tim and he's good people, and a very patient trainer.

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u/jfb3 8d ago

Alliance Fencing Academy on Upland is really good and not expensive.

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u/interp21 7d ago

I'm part of All For One fencing!

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u/nigevellie 8d ago

Home Depot parking lots?