August 2–16, 2026  ·  Southborough, MA

College Coaches
& Olympians
Sleep-Away Camp

The premier sleep-away fencing camp in the country. Train with Ivy League coaches, Olympians, and nationally ranked athletes at St. Mark's School.

5+ Olympic & National Team Coaches
5+ College Coaches
10+ Olympians
2 Sessions
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Over 50% full — Next deadline: March 19
ACA Accredited
Harvard Coaching Staff
Columbia · Princeton · Cornell
Zeta & Cali Fencing Athletes
Air-Conditioned Dorms
The Experience
This Isn't Just a Fencing Camp

The College Coaches & Olympians Sleep-Away Camp brings together the country's top college coaches, Olympic athletes, and elite competitors for two weeks of immersive, high-performance training. Athletes don't just train — they live, eat, and breathe fencing alongside the people who define the sport.

01

Ivy League College Days

Themed days with coaches from Harvard, Columbia, Princeton, and Cornell. Real insight into collegiate programs, training philosophies, and the recruiting pathway.

02

Olympian-Led Training

Multiple daily sessions coached by Olympic medalists and national team members. Every touch, every drill, every correction from the absolute best in the sport.

03

National Competition Pool

Train alongside athletes from Zeta Fencing, Cali Fencing, and top clubs nationwide. Deep, diverse, and nationally competitive sparring partners every day.

04

Find Your Superpower

Our coaching philosophy identifies and builds on each athlete's unique strengths. Building on what you do best is as important as fixing what you don't.

Sessions
Two Weeks. Choose Your Path.

Session 1

August 2–9, 2026
Saber · Foil · Epee
All three weapons. Youth through Senior divisions. Elite, competitive, and intermediate groupings for ages 8–9, 10–11, 12–13, and Cadet/Junior/Senior.

Session 2

August 9–16, 2026
Saber Only
Intensive saber focus. Pre-season preparation. For dedicated saber fencers looking to peak heading into the competition year.
Coaching Staff
Learn From Legends

This summer features our strongest coaching lineup ever — 5+ Olympic & National Team coaches, 5+ college coaches, and 10+ Olympians from across the country.

Tim Morehouse

Tim Morehouse

Olympic Silver Medalist
Camp Co-Director
ACA Certified

Daria Schneider

Daria Schneider

Harvard Head Coach
Camp Co-Director
5x U.S. National Team

Eli Dershwitz

Eli Dershwitz

World Champion
Olympian

Akhi Spencer-El

Akhi Spencer-El

Paris Olympic Team Coach
Columbia Univ. Coach

Giovanni Sirovich

Giovanni Sirovich

Italian Olympic Coach

Peymon Fakhri

Peymon Fakhri

Olympic Coach
Owner, Cali Fencing

Michael Aufrichtig

Michael Aufrichtig

Columbia Univ. Head Coach

Olek Ochocki

Olek Ochocki

Princeton University

Slava Grigoriev

Slava Grigoriev

Yale University
Foil Coach

Ariana Klinkov

Ariana Klinkov

Cornell University
Fencing Coach

Jeff Bukantz

Jeff Bukantz

2x U.S. Olympic Team Captain
Referee Certification Seminar

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+ Many More

Olympians, nationally & internationally ranked athletes

The Campus
St. Mark's School
Southborough, MA

An idyllic New England boarding school campus with world-class facilities, providing the perfect setting for an immersive training experience.

  • Air-conditioned dorms (new Patterson/Scully building)
  • Air-conditioned main fencing hall with sport court flooring
  • Multiple gyms and athletic facilities
  • Swimming pool, fields, and outdoor spaces
  • On-site campus store and nurse
  • 3 meals per day for residential campers
  • Supervised dorm living with dedicated staff
Daily Structure
A Typical Day at Camp
7:00 AM
Breakfast
8:30 AM
Morning Training Session — Footwork, blade work, strategy & tactics
11:30 AM
Cross-Training & Performance — Conditioning, agility, sports psychology
12:30 PM
Lunch
2:00 PM
Afternoon Training Session — Bouting, match play, competitive drills
4:30 PM
Specialty Sessions — College recruiting talks, referee seminar, Olympian Q&A
6:00 PM
Evening Training Session — Additional bouting, drills, and competitive training
8:30 PM
Evening Activities — Team building, video review, inspirational talks
Pricing
Residential & Commuter Options

Both options include full training access. Residential campers receive housing, meals, and supervised dorm life. Campers must be 12+ by Jan 1, 2026 to stay in dorms.

1 Session (1 Week)
Full Experience
Residential — 1 Session
By January 15 (Save $500) $2,750
By March 19 (Save $250) ← next $3,000
By April 30 (Full Price) $3,250
  • All training sessions (2–3 per day)
  • A/C dorms in Patterson/Scully building
  • 3 meals per day
  • Evening programs & activities
  • Supervised 24/7 staff
  • College recruiting sessions
  • Referee seminar (Jeff Bukantz)
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Commuter — 1 Session
By January 15 (Save $500) $2,500
By March 19 (Save $250) ← next $2,750
By April 30 (Full Price) $3,000
  • All training sessions (2–3 per day)
  • Lunch included
  • College recruiting sessions
  • Referee seminar (Jeff Bukantz)
  • Recommended for ages under 12
  • Affordable hotels nearby
Register Commuter →
2 Sessions (2 Weeks — Saber Only)
Best Value
Residential — 2 Sessions
By January 15 (Save $500/session) $5,000
By March 19 (Save $250/session) ← next $5,500
By April 30 (Full Price) $6,000
  • Both Session 1 & Session 2
  • 2 full weeks of intensive saber training
  • A/C dorms, 3 meals/day, evening programs
  • Supervised 24/7 staff
  • All specialty sessions included
Register 2-Week Residential →
Commuter — 2 Sessions
By January 15 (Save $500/session) $4,500
By March 19 (Save $250/session) ← next $5,000
By April 30 (Full Price) $5,500
  • Both Session 1 & Session 2
  • 2 full weeks of intensive saber training
  • Lunch included each day
  • All specialty sessions included
Register 2-Week Commuter →
Deposit: A $500 deposit is required and will be deducted from your total. Refunds available before June 1 (full), before July 15 (50%). No refunds after July 15.
Getting Started
4 Steps to Register
1

Register Online

Complete the online registration form for your camper

2

Pay Camp Tuition

Submit payment by the current deadline for best pricing

3

Complete Paperwork

Medical forms, camp code of conduct, authorization for treatment

4

Pay for Extras

Private lessons and linens (if applicable)

Questions
Frequently Asked
The camp serves youth through senior-level fencers. Age groupings include Youth (8–9, 10–11), Young Teen (12–13), and Cadet/Junior/Senior divisions. Campers must be at least 12 by January 1, 2026 to stay in the dorms. Younger athletes (birth years 2014–2015) are welcome as commuters, and there are many affordable hotels near the campus.
Session 1 (Aug 2–9) covers all three weapons: saber, foil, and epee. Session 2 (Aug 9–16) is saber only, offering intensive pre-season preparation for dedicated saber fencers.
No. While the coaching staff is world-class, the camp has groupings for elite, competitive, and intermediate fencers. Youth fencers will find tailored programming for their level alongside the more advanced training groups.
Yes. Campers stay in the newly built Patterson/Scully building, which is fully air-conditioned. The main fencing hall is also air-conditioned and features sport court flooring with extra cushioning under the metal strips.
A $500 camp deposit is required and will be deducted from your total if you request a refund before June 1. Between June 1 and July 15, a 50% refund is available. After July 15, no refunds are issued as full payments to the school will have been made for all registered campers.
Yes. The camp is American Camp Association (ACA) accredited. Both Camp Directors — Olympic Silver Medalist Tim Morehouse and Harvard Head Coach Daria Schneider — are ACA-certified camp directors with years of experience running camps and training experiences for athletes from Olympic level to youth.
Absolutely. Many athletes attend both weeks. Register for each session separately. Contact info@timmorehousefencing.com for multi-session pricing inquiries.
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