Announcements

New For 2026: RCFC Elite Foil Academy

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We are pleased to announce a new annual membership for our top level foil fencers. The Elite Foil Academy membership gives access to all the services we offer. Train like a pro – tap into the same programs and training resources as professional fencers!

(Note: this program is currently for our Elite Foil classes only. As our epee program grows, we will consider implementing a similar package for epee classes in the future.)

Update 9/8/2026: Fencing Hub is making some changes to their subscription model which are different than we initially agreed. While we negotiate with them, the Fencing Hub subscription will be optional for Academy students.

Perks include:

  • Full access to all training and classes
  • Elite class includes weekly 2-hour group training session with our athletic trainer
  • Priority scheduling for private lessons
  • 15% discount on classes if paid in one installment, 10% if two installments
  • 10% discount on RCFC camps and clinics
  • Monthly statistical analysis with Fencing Hub AI
  • Monthly free individual session with our athletic trainer
  • Scheduled parent/coach meeting every 4 months

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 scheduled private lessons per week
  • Fencing Hub subscription, paid directly to FH (update: currently optional)
  • Attendance requirements
    • Minimum 4 training sessions per week (can include Saturday open fencing session)
    • All three RCFC elite camps: Winter, Pre-Nationals, and Summer
    • Minimum 2 National tournaments per year (3 per year for Y14+, including SYC)
  • Recommendation from the Head Foil Coach

Pricing:

  • Classes, open fencing, and monthly free session with athletic trainer
    • 1 installment: $4,590
    • 2 installments, September and February: $2,430 each
    • Family discount: $250 off annual price, each student
  • Lessons
    • 8 lesson card: $390
    • 20 lesson card: $900
  • Camps & clinics: 10% off published retail price

If you have questions or are interested in signing up, please contact Coach Enguerran or Coach Spencer directly. Academy signups will be available through September 15, 2026.

Fall 2026 Class Schedule

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We have finalized our class schedule for Fall 2026. Many of our offerings are the same as last season, but there have been a few important changes.

  • For more training time as kids rise through the class levels, the Intermediate Kids Foil class is now 1 hour 15 minutes long, and Advanced classes are 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Elite Foil classes remain 2 hours long, 4 days a week.
  • One Elite class session each week – Tuesdays for older fencers, Wednesdays for youth fencers – will be a group training session run by a professional athletic trainer whom we will be hiring soon. Foil and epee fencers are eligible for these sessions.
  • To make room for some other class changes, our lower-level Junior class schedule is being reduced somewhat. Beginning and Continuing Junior classes will be 1 day per week. The Intermediate and Advanced levels of junior classes will be combined into a single group, 90 minutes twice a week.
  • Friday open fencing at 5:30 is coach-facilitated, for kids and juniors to become more comfortable with open practice sessions.
  • New for 2026: Little Knights class for ages 5-6! Young kids can learn the basics of fencing with movement exercises and games. This class is once a week for 45 minutes.
  • Also new for 2026: Saturday open fencing for competitive fencers, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM except for large tournament weekends.

Note: Because the Labor Day holiday is very late this year (September 7th), in order to give everyone a full September of fencing, the September session will start on Monday, August 31st. For technical reasons, your membership may still indicate a start date of September 1st, but there will be classes on the 31st.

At present, prices for the various levels of foil classes remains the same as last season. We have special discount pricing for epee classes this fall. We will re-evaluate these prices in January, but we do not expect any significant increases. Lesson prices also remain unchanged.

The full class schedule is available on our Class Schedule page.

Registration for September classes is now open through our online membership system, WellnessLiving. If you have questions about which class level to take, ask your coach. Coaches will be sending out emails shortly to set their lessons schedules.

Please contact us if you have any questions. We’re looking forward to another great season!

Dwight Global Online Partnership

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RCFC is pleased to announce a new partnership with Dwight Global Online!

Dwight Global Online School is part of a wider network of campuses that stretch across the globe with locations in New York, London, Dubai, Seoul, Shanghai, Hanoi, and Cairo. Dwight Global Online School is currently the #1 ranked Online School in the United States according to Niche.com offering a wide menu of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB).

New Membership System Coming March 2026

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We are preparing to transition to a new online membership management system! We hope that our new platform, WellnessLiving, will solve some of the administrative and communication issues that we were experiencing with Zen Planner. It may take a while to learn the features and quirks of a new system, so we appreciate your patience during the transition.

We plan to import customer data, memberships, and bills in the next couple of weeks. Be watching for an email invitation to create your account on the new system. We will run the systems in parallel while we work out any issues that may arise, and finalize the switch sometime in April.

We will be checking closely to make sure all membership, billing, and attendance information is correct in the new system. Please let us know if you notice anything that looks wrong.

For security purposes, we will not attempt to port any credit card numbers to the new system. You will be able to enter a credit card yourself once you create your account, or we should be able to do it for you at the front desk.

Check out this page for our most current status, as well as tips for how to set up your WellnessLiving account.

Please send us an email if you have any questions. We’re looking forward to improving the online experience for everyone!

Foil & Epee Coaches Wanted

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Job Summary: We are seeking skilled and passionate epee and foil coaches to join Rain City Fencing Center. As a Fencing Coach, you will be responsible for instructing and guiding athletes in competitive fencing, developing their skills, and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate should possess mid- to high-level knowledge and experience in fencing techniques, strategies, and training/coaching methodologies.

Why Rain City Fencing Center

Rain City Fencing Center (RCFC) is the fastest-growing fencing club in the Pacific Northwest. We offer a unique and rewarding opportunity for coaches passionate about inspiring athletes and fostering a love for fencing. As a community-focused competitive club, RCFC emphasizes inclusivity, sportsmanship, and personal growth, creating a supportive and positive environment for both athletes and coaches while training fencers for success at all levels of competition.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver engaging training sessions that reflect RCFC philosophy and values.
  • Teach proper fencing techniques, strategy, and etiquette to students of all skill levels.
  • Adapt instruction to accommodate a diverse group of learners, from recreational participants to competitive fencers.
  • Instruct athletes on footwork, blade-work, and tactical strategies.
  • Conduct group and individual training sessions, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment.
  • Evaluate fencers’ performance and provide constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.
  • Prepare athletes for competitions, including physical conditioning, mental preparation, and game strategies.
  • Support athletes during competitions of all levels.
  • Organize and oversee fencing classes, clinics, and workshops.
  • Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, discipline, and respect.
  • Collaborate with other coaches, staff members, and parents to support the overall success of the fencing program.
  • Assist with development of Assistant/Youth coaches

Preferred qualifications:

  • Prévôt or higher certification preferred
  • 2 or more years of experience developing competitive fencers at the regional and national level
  • Current USA Fencing membership, SafeSport training, and NCSI background check

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications or references to: gregj@raincityfencing.com

Edriss Ndiaye / Arwen Borowiak Elite Foil Training Camp

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Date: August 25-29, 2025
Time: 2:00 – 8:00 PM daily
Price: $50 deposit, $700 due at start of camp

Click here to register on our membership system, Zen Planner

Clinics with Olympians Lee Kiefer and Gerek Meinhardt

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KM Fencing and Rain City Fencing Center present a series of clinics with 3-time Olympic Champion Lee Kiefer and 5-time Olympian Gerek Meinhardt!

These clinics will cover exercises for unleashing the competitive spirit while finding joy and creativity within fencing. There will be two half-day clinics for foil fencers: one for kids Y12 and younger, the other for fencers Y-14 to adult. There will also be a Town Hall meeting on Sunday which all fencers and parents may attend. Each session also includes time for photos and autographs!

Registration online through our membership system, Zen Planner:

Temporary Practice at Highland Community Center

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From August 22nd through September 11th, we’re getting our floors completely refinished. While we’re closed, we are renting temporary practice space at Highland Community Center. Practice sessions will be every Monday and Thursday except Labor Day, 5:30-7:30 PM.

Coach Greg will lead a short warmup and footwork practice, then there will be open fencing time. We will have three strips with machines, plus additional practice space. Since space is limited, please reserve a spot through our online calendar. There is a $10 drop-in fee to help cover the cost of renting the community center.

Coach Greg will be giving lessons; Coach Spencer will be available for lessons on some of the days. Contact your coach about lesson availability. Lesson priority will be for students preparing for the North Texas Roundup SYC and the Veteran World Championships.

Click here for directions to the community center.

See the map below for allowed parking locations. We recommend carpooling if possible since parking is limited. Monday practices will be in the gymnasium; Thursdays will be in the Multi-Purpose Room.

Face Masks Optional Starting March 12th

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Following the recent updates to CDC guidelines, as well as Washington State and King County recommendations, there will be some changes to our COVID policies this month.

Effective March 1st, 2022, proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result is no longer required to enter RCFC. We do still strongly encourage all of our fencers and their families to get fully vaccinated.

Starting March 12th, 2022, face coverings will be optional for all students, staff, and spectators. You are still welcome to wear a face mask if you want to.

The exception to the mask-optional policy is at tournaments. USA Fencing still has a nationwide mandate for tournaments at all levels — all fencers, spectators, coaches, and officials must wear face masks at all times. If USA Fencing decides to alter this policy, we will update tournament websites accordingly.

We will still require proof of vaccination or negative COVID test at large regional tournaments. Check the tournament website for details.

We look forward to seeing your smiling faces soon!