Private Fencing Lessons in Singapore
The simplest way to start fencing. There is no class to match, no term to wait for and nobody to keep up with, just a coach, a blade and you. Private lessons work from about age 3 through to adult beginners, and competitors use them too.
The Easiest Way In
Most people assume a group class is the normal way to begin and a private lesson is the serious upgrade. In practice it is often the other way round. A group needs you to find a slot that fits your week, wait for the right intake, and be comfortable learning something new in front of strangers. A private lesson needs none of that.
It is the only route in for a child under 7, who trains individually until their aptitude suits a group. It suits an adult who would rather not be the newest person in a room of people who already know what they are doing. And it works when your week is unpredictable, because the lesson is arranged around you.
What Private Coaching Offers
A private lesson at Fencing Masters means the coach's full attention is on you for the entire session. There is no waiting for a turn on the strip and no pace dictated by a group. This one-to-one format is simply the fastest way to build correct footwork, blade control and tactical awareness, because every correction is immediate and every drill is chosen for what you specifically need to improve.
- Full one-to-one attention from a qualified, NROC-registered coach
- Faster technical progress than is possible in a shared class
- A programme tailored to your goals, whether that is fitness, fun or competition
- Available across foil, sabre and epee
- Open to young beginners from about age 3 up through adults
- Nothing to buy up front: after you join, we lend you the mask, jacket and blade for the first 8 lessons in a group class, on a membership of 8 weeks or longer (on a 4-week membership, the loan covers those 4 weeks), or for the first 10 lessons in private coaching with a 10-lesson pack (the first 5 with a 5-lesson pack or single lessons)
Who Private Lessons Suit
Private fencing tuition is a good fit for several kinds of fencers. Beginners who want a fast, confident start often prefer private lessons over jumping straight into a group, since the coach can set the pace to match their comfort level. Competitors use private sessions to sharpen a specific weapon, drill a weakness in their footwork or timing, or prepare tactically for an upcoming event. Adults with busy or irregular schedules also value the flexibility of arranging a personal fencing coach around their week, rather than committing to a fixed class slot.
Read more about the sport itself and how the three weapons differ on our foil, epee and sabre page.
How Private Lessons Complement Group Classes
Private and group fencing are not an either-or choice. Many of our fencers use private lessons alongside our regular group classes, taking the personal coaching to work on individual technique and then applying it in the more social, sparring-rich environment of a group session. This combination is one reason Fencing Masters has been teaching fencing in Singapore since 1995, under founder Jeffrey Lopez, building fencers who are technically sound and match-ready.
Not sure which format is right for you? Our article comparing group vs private fencing lessons breaks down the differences in more detail.
Why Start Now
Fencing is a sport you can begin at almost any age and keep enjoying for decades, our fencers range from about 3 to 90 years old. It builds footwork, reflexes and mental sharpness in a way few other sports can match, and a private lesson is the quickest way to feel that progress yourself. There is no better time to start than a first session.
How to Start
Enquire with us to check current availability for private lessons at our 177 Ubi Avenue 4 #02-00 premises. We will match you with a suitable NROC-registered coach and confirm a time that works for your schedule. For a general sense of what lessons involve cost-wise, see our guide on how much fencing lessons cost in Singapore, and feel free to check our FAQ for other common questions before you enquire and book. If you would rather see the salle and a class first, the fencing trial class is a good way to do that.
Private lessons FAQ
Beginners who want a fast, confident start, competitors sharpening a specific weapon or technique, and adults with busy or irregular schedules all tend to get the most out of one to one coaching.
Yes, this is common. Many fencers use a private lesson to work on individual technique, then apply it in a group class where there is more sparring and a social element.
This depends on the goals and levels involved, so it is best to enquire and we can advise on whether a shared session or separate one to one lessons would suit you better.
Arrangements depend on the fencer’s goals and availability. Enquire with us to discuss the options.
Pricing varies depending on the format and coach, so please enquire directly for current details.
Yes, private lessons are open to fencers from about age 3, which is younger than our group classes typically start, making them a good option for very young beginners.
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