Cannon Fencing Academy


*6310 S. Monaco Ct., Centennial, CO 80111*www.cannonfencingacademy.com*720-598-BOUT (2688)*patriciacannon@cannonfencingacademy.com*

Program Philosophy

Based on world class foil training system,

CFA believes that the values and ethics instilled through fencing will lead students not only excel in the sport but also in life.

Fencing develops and encourages the spirit of healthy rivalry and competition, teaching emotional control, courage and self-discipline.

The sport inculcates team spirit, a sense of camaraderie and discipline, qualities that determine winners in life, not just sports. The spirit of healthy competition, justice and fair play helps students achieve balance and harmony in life.  Strong fencers spread the message of hope, honor and good will to all.  For many fencers, the ultimate goal is to become a champion, Olympic or otherwise, and together with the coaches, the child’s determination and the parents’ help, we will do our best to achieve these goals.

Most importantly, though, fencers will learn to overcome and win not only against an opponent, but also themselves, their weaknesses and fears, and ultimately realize their potential!

COMPETITIVE PROGRAM ​- To National level and beyond!

ADVANCED PROGRAM ​- A program of 2 years+

​INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM ​- A program of 2-24 months

​​​INTRODUCTION TO FENCING - complete minimum 3 sessions at After-school Fencing Program or                                                                 minimum of 6 private lessons to join the intermediate program 

Program Methodology

Cannon Fencing Academy is a foil academy. Composed of 4 levels, from beginners to competitive fencers, each level develops areas, such as:

  • Physical condition and endurance
  • Agility, eye-hand-foot control and balance
  • Fencing skills, such as foot and bladework and techniques
  • Ability to see, understand and direct a fencing bout
  • Social and sportsmanship skills
  • Strategic and tactical skills
  • Self control, confidence and mental skills
  • Competitive performance​


Each level length of CFA fencing lessons program individually varies for each athlete depending on fencer’s physical, mental or technical condition. 


The following chart illustrates the progression of the program: