Play Adaptive Sports

Para fencing (wheelchair fencing)

Fencing from a wheelchair fixed to a frame, so the bout is all upper body. Foil, epee and sabre.

Play Adaptive Sports lists 11 places to try para fencing in 8 states, 11 open to kids and teens and 10 open to adults. U.S. governing body: USA Fencing. International federation: World Para Athletics (International Paralympic Committee).

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Para fencing by state

All Para fencing programs

Colorado

Louisiana

Maryland

Massachusetts

Mississippi

New Hampshire

Oregon

Texas

Questions people ask

What is para fencing?

Fencing from a wheelchair fixed to a frame, so the bout is all upper body. Foil, epee and sabre.

Who governs para fencing?

World Para Athletics (International Paralympic Committee) (International federation); USA Fencing (U.S. governing body).

How do I find para fencing near me?

Pick your state from the list on this page to see every para fencing program we know of near you. The most listings are in Texas, Colorado, Oregon, Maryland and Massachusetts. You can also search by ZIP code on the map at playadaptivesports.org.

Can kids play para fencing?

Yes. 11 of the 11 para fencing listings here say they serve kids or teens.

How much does para fencing cost?

Costs vary by program. Many charge a fee but offer scholarships, and grants can help pay for equipment. See the grants page for funding.