# Manhattan Fencing Center

> Manhattan Fencing Center (MFC) is a top-rated U.S. fencing club founded in 2007 by U.S. Fencing Hall of Fame Maestro Yury Gelman. With locations in Midtown Manhattan, NY, and Englewood and Waldwick, NJ, MFC offers group classes, private lessons, open bouting, clinics, and camps for all ages (4–80) and skill levels, from first-time beginners to Olympic medalists. The club is rated the #1 saber club in the country and a leading college-placement feeder club.

## About

- [About MFC](https://manhattanfencing.com/what-is-mfc/): Club history, mission, and what makes MFC New York's premier fencing center.
- [Our Coaches](https://manhattanfencing.com/our-coaches/): The coaching team, including Olympians and national champions led by Maestro Yury Gelman.
- [Olympics](https://manhattanfencing.com/olympic/): MFC's Olympic record, including Paris 2024 Men's Saber silver medalist Fares Ferjani.
- [College Placements](https://manhattanfencing.com/college-placements/): How MFC helps fencers earn placements at selective universities.
- [Yury Gelman Foundation](https://manhattanfencing.com/yury-gelman-foundation/): The club's charitable foundation.
- [Press & Video](https://manhattanfencing.com/press-video/): Media coverage and video features.

## Getting Started

- [Begin Fencing / Intro Packages](https://manhattanfencing.com/begin-fencing/): Starting point for new fencers, including intro packages and trial-class sign-up.
- [Info for Parents](https://manhattanfencing.com/info-for-parents-3/): Guidance for parents of young and beginner fencers.
- [MFC Membership](https://manhattanfencing.com/mfc-membership/): Membership options for regular attendees.
- [Class Schedule](https://manhattanfencing.com/class-schedule/): Current class times across locations.

## Programs

- [Lessons and Classes](https://manhattanfencing.com/lessons-and-classes/): Group and private fencing programs for beginners through elite athletes.
- [Open Bouting](https://manhattanfencing.com/open-bouting/): Real-time practice sessions to apply techniques learned in class.
- [Clinics and Camps](https://manhattanfencing.com/clinics-and-camps/): Seasonal camps and clinics for all ages and levels.
- [Sleepaway Camp](https://manhattanfencing.com/sleepaway-camp/): The annual Saber Sleepaway Camp, the longest-running in the U.S.
- [Competitive and Elite Day Camps](https://manhattanfencing.com/competitive-and-elite-day-camps/): Intensive day camps for competitive athletes.
- [Youth Camps](https://manhattanfencing.com/youth-camps/): Camps designed for younger fencers.
- [New York Camps](https://manhattanfencing.com/new-york-camps/): Camp offerings at the NYC location.
- [New Jersey Camps](https://manhattanfencing.com/new-jersey-camps/): Camp offerings at the New Jersey locations.

## Locations

- [Manhattan, NY](https://manhattanfencing.com/new-york-location-manhattan/): The flagship Midtown Manhattan center.
- [Englewood, NJ](https://manhattanfencing.com/new-jersey-location-englewood/): The Englewood, New Jersey center.
- [Waldwick, NJ](https://manhattanfencing.com/new-jersey-location-waldwick/): The Waldwick, New Jersey center.

## Contact

- [Contact](https://manhattanfencing.com/contact/): Phone, email, and inquiry form for the club.
- [Rent Our Space](https://manhattanfencing.com/rent-our-space/): Information on renting MFC facilities.

## Blog

- [Why Fencing Is a Great Fit for Kids with ADHD](https://manhattanfencing.com/why-fencing-is-a-great-fit-for-kids-with-adhd/): How fencing's structure and pacing suits children with ADHD.
- [Learn More About the Olympic Sport of Fencing](https://manhattanfencing.com/learn-more-about-the-olympic-sport-of-fencing/): An introduction to fencing as an Olympic sport.
- [Benefits & Advantages of Fencing](https://manhattanfencing.com/why-you-should-opt-for-fencing/): An overview of the physical, mental, and personal benefits of fencing.
- [Top Fencing Exercises & Drills](https://manhattanfencing.com/fencing-exercises-for-footwork-development/): Footwork drills and exercises to develop fencing technique.
- [Tournament Coaching Fees](https://manhattanfencing.com/tournament-coaching-fees/): An explanation of how tournament coaching fees work at MFC.
- [The Expert's Guide to Youth Fencing](https://manhattanfencing.com/the-experts-guide-to-youth-fencing/): Advice for parents on youth fencing training and competition.

## Optional

- [Privacy Policy](https://manhattanfencing.com/privacy-policy/): The site's privacy policy.
- [Team Store](https://www.431sports.com/club/#/search): Official Manhattan Fencing Center gear and apparel.
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/manhattanfencing): MFC on Facebook.
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/manhattanfencing/): MFC on Instagram.