Fencing for All

Fencing classes and open fencing for all ages and experience levels. Foil, epee, saber; standing and chair fencing - we’ve got a place for you.

A fencing club full of adult fencers, who are practicing in all three weapons

Try a class

Once a month we offer free beginner fencing classes - come dressed to move and we’ll provide the rest.

Can’t make a free class? Head to the classes page and use the coupon code firstclass to try any of our regular classes for half off.

Why we love fencing

We believe fencing should feel welcoming, challenging, and downright fun. Our coaches have decades of experience and our community is built around our love of the sport.

Four kids fencing saber at Houston Sword Sports
Four kids fencing epee at Houston Sword Sports

Meet the Team

Coach Dan smiling in front of the HSS logo

Coach Dan Gorman - Owner, head coach. Saber, foil, epee.

Fun fact: founded a fencing club in Iraq

Favorite quote: Simple is not the same as easy.

Liz Mayerich smiling in front of the HSS logo

Coach Liz Mayerich - Owner, CEO, coach. Epee, foil.

Fun fact: started fencing because a friend had a dream they were fencing

Favorite quote: Just because you can, does not mean you should.

Ben Freiman standing in front of the HSS logo

Ben Freiman - Epee lessons.

Fun fact: used to work as an ICU nurse

Favorite quote: Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.

Hayley Gillen - Owner, CFO.

Fun fact: Hayley does exist but is seen only rarely

Even more fun fact: Hayley is a pilot and plays for a local rugby team

Evin Heintz smiling in front of the HSS logo

Evin Heintz - Assistant coach. Saber, foil.

Fun fact: started fencing at a friend’s birthday party at age 6

Favorite quote: Fencing is just rock-paper-scissors with cheating.

Got a question?

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