The Virginia Academy of Fencing

The World's
Largest
Fencing School
Since 1991

We welcome you to our 13,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility located just off I-495 in the Annandale/Springfield, Virginia area.

For two decades, VAF has introduced fencing to thousands of children and adults in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Often called a game of physical chess, fencing is the fastest of the martial arts.

The sport provides an excellent cardiovascular workout.

Fencing provides not only a physical but a tremendous mental workout - it is all about strategy.

The fencer's goal is to hit the opponent on a valid target without being hit.

Programs for Young People: Little Musketeers - 4-5 years | Children: 6-8 years | Youth 9-13 years | Ages 14 years+ fence with adults.

Historical Swordsmanship: Rapier and Dagger with renowned Coach Tom Leoni.

Longsword instruction from Coach Bill, Director of Historical Programs.

Group sport class with founder Coach Alex.

VAF is closed from 5/25-5/28 for Memorial Day.

VAF Coaches demonstrate armored combat on TV.

REGISTRATION OPEN for NHSC 2012!

Sasha Ryjik, VAF Alumni, interview with Fox 5 News!

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Thanks to the 100+ competitors and spectators for making the VAF competition such a great success.

Congratulations to all of our medalists – we applaud your courage, sportsmanship, dedication, and hard work!

VAF welcomes foil coach Jacqueline Leahy to our fencing staff!

Spring and Summer Introductory Sport and Historical classes have been scheduled.
Click here to view our class schedule.

VAF Competition Results
Click here to see all 2012 results!