FIT Programs

Tuition and Program Fees (subject to change)
I want to tell you about our son and how FIT has helped him. In the past, he hasn't fit in with any sport and hasn't been very athletic. He now loves fencing, enjoys the people at FIT, and is showing promise athletically. Your instructors have been good to him, and patient. My wife and I are grateful. ~ML
Tuition.
Tuition may be thought of as "floor fees" for open bouting. This is what FIT receives to pay the rent and other expenses. Tuition is included in the fees for all beginner and recreational students (Fitness, Page and Squire programs). When a student "graduates" to open fencing, we believe they are ready to make a commitment to themselves to continue fencing. The Annual Tuition discount is our way of promoting this commitment. Tuition entitles fencers to open fencing during regular business hours, reduced fees for training, club discounts for equipment, armory services and other services as provided from time to time. Visa, MasterCard and Discovery, plus automatic bank drafts are accepted by FIT; click here for more information and a pdf form (Adobe Acrobat required).
Individual Tuition Tuition is paid on an annual basis and is not prorated for missed months or partial months $760 per year; may be paid by monthly installments of $60 $60 discount if paid semiannually - $330.00 $120 discount if paid annually - $600
Family Tuition Tuition is paid on an annual basis and is not prorated for missed months or partial months $1200 per year may be paid in monthly installments of $100 $60 discount if paid semiannually - $540 $120 discount if paid annually - $1000
Visitors Welcome $15/night - maximum 1 day/week for fencing only Visitor Group Class fee $15/class Visitor private lesson fee $40/lesson
Group Classes and Programs. (see FIT forms page to download current pricing)
Fencing Institute has programs for both Competitive and Recreational Fencers	Free Introductory Class
		Every Friday evening, 7-8 PM All ages FREE to all who attend Introductory class
	Recreational Fencer Programs - tuition included
		Page Program. Ages 6-10 years old, no experience required Students come to one class per week. Saturday mornings, 9-10 am All equipment is provided Squire Program. Ages 11-14, no experience necessary Students come to one class per week. Students may select one of the following times: Saturday mornings, 10-11:30 am First hour training exercises; 30 minutes bouting Equipment is provided for first 2 months and then on a rent-to-own basis Fitness Fencing - Adult Beginner to Intermediate Ages 15 and older Classes are held Monday through Thursday, 7-8 PM; and Saturday, 1-2 PM. Students may come to as many classes during the week as they desire. Students learn basic footwork and blade work at their own pace in a group environment. Equipment is provided for first 2 months and then on a rent-to-own basis Wheelchair Fencing - Beginner Ages 10 to adult Classes are held Saturday, 2-3 PM. Students may come to as many classes during the week as they desire. Students learn basic blade work at their own pace in a group environment. Equipment is provided for first 2 months and then on a rent-to-own basis When wheelchair fencers join the competitive ranks they fence both wheelchair and able-bodied fencers in one of the programs below
	Competitive Fencer Programs - students pay tuition in addition to the fees below
		Intermediate Youth Program Designed for students ages 10-14 who are not quite ready for the High Performance Group, but would like to come more than once a week and have private lessons Group meets Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:00 PM, and Saturday from 10-11:30 AM First hour training exercises; 30 minutes bouting Equipment is provided for first 2 months and then on a rent-to-own basis $90.00 per month (first month is pro-rated, no credit for missed days), plus tuition High Performance Group Classes High Performance Group classes (Competitive Fencer) are held Monday through Friday, 6:00-7:00 PM and Saturdays, 11:30-1:00 PM. Students may come to as many or as few classes as they chose. Students pay tuition in addition to program fees Program fee includes all group classes but no lessons $60.00 per month (first month is pro-rated, no credit for missed days), plus tuition High Performance Package Students pay tuition in addition to program fees. Students attend group sessions during the High Performance class times. Program fees include all classes and one weekly lesson. $175.00 per month (first month is pro-rated, no credit for missed days), plus tuition Masters Program By invitation of coach only Students pay tuition in addition to program fees. Students attend group sessions during the High Performance class times. Program fees include all classes and multiple weekly lessons at the discretion of the coach plus special training sessions and camp training (does not include room and board fees for camps or tournament coaching fees). $275.00 per month (first month is pro-rated, no credit for missed days), plus tuition

PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are just that, private one-on-one time between the coach and fencer. Classes are considered "group lessons." Students pre-register for private lessons in lesson book under the coach and time they desire the lesson. If the time slot is not available, the fencer should sign their name in the space below in case of cancellations. Fencers purchase lesson vouchers that are presented to the coach prior to the lesson. *Cancellation Policy:* FIT has a 24 hour cancellation policy. Students are responsible for paying for missed lessons unless FIT staff are notified 24 hours in advance. Same day notification is accepted if the time can be sold to another fencer. In cases of emergency, the coach may waive the fee. If the coach is unavailable, the student may request a reasonable substitute or reschedule the lesson. Refunds are not given.
Length of Lesson	FIT Fencer	Visitor
30 minutes	$30 per lesson $115 for book of 4 lessons $220 for book of 8 lessons	$ 40 per lesson Fencer is also allowed to open fence that day
Length of Group Class	FIT Fencer	Visitor
60 minutes	$ 10.00 per group class	$15.00 per group class ($30 for class and fencing)