1080 La Avenida St B, Mountain View, CA 94043

+1 650-444-1972

Cardinal Sword and Stories Camp!
1080 La Avenida St Unit 
Call to register today: (650)444-1972

Camp Dates   

Week 1: July 21–25

Week 2: July 28 – August 1
Week 3: August 4–8






Daily Themes

Monday: Zorro

Tuesday: Pirates of the Caribbean

Wednesday: Wednesday (Addams)Thursday: Minecraft
Friday: The Three Musketeers



Activities
Intro to Olympic fencing

Themed games, challenges, and quests

End-of-week mini tournament & celebration
  




Pricing 
$100 per day

$450 for one week

$800 for two weeks

$1100 for all three weeks

CARDINAL FENCING CLUB

PREMIER OLYMPIC FENCING CLUB IN Mountain View, CA
 (650)444-1972
1080 La Avenida St B,
Mountain View, CA 94043

Welcome to Cardinal Fencing Club(CFC) – the premier destination for Olympic-style fencing in Mountain View, CA! If you’re looking for a unique sport that builds confidence, improves focus, and enhances physical fitness, fencing is the perfect choice for kids, teens, and adults alike.

Fill the form below to request more information about how to join and schedule your FREE INTRO LESSON!

Fencing is more than just a sport – it’s a mentally engaging, physically active, and strategic discipline that helps children develop essential life skills. Whether your child is looking to try something new or aiming for collegiate-level competition, Cardinal Fencing Club is here to guide them every step of the way. Please note - by submitting this form, you agree to join our mailing list. Your privacy is guaranteed and protected - we never share your information and keep your personal data strictly confidential. 

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Free TRIAL LESSON

Free Equipment

Why Choose Fencing For Your Kid?

Fencing is more than just a sport – it’s a mentally engaging, physically active, and strategic discipline that helps children develop essential life skills. Whether your child is looking to try something new or aiming for collegiate-level competition, Cardinal Fencing Club is here to guide them every step of the way. 


Benefits of Fencing for Kids

  • Enhances focus and discipline – Perfect for improving attention span
  • Encourages strategic thinking – Like physical chess, fencing requires problem-solving
  • Boosts physical fitness – A great alternative to traditional sports
  • Teaches respect and sportsmanship – Important values learned through structured practice
  • Pathway to NCAA and Olympic fencing – Many universities recruit fencers!
  • Improves reflexes and coordination – The fast-paced nature of fencing helps kids develop quick reflexes, better hand-eye coordination, and agility, which can benefit them in other sports and daily activities.
  • Builds confidence and self-esteem – Mastering fencing skills and competing in matches help children develop a strong sense of achievement.
  • Encourages perseverance and resilience – Fencing teaches kids to push through challenges and setbacks, building mental toughness.
  • Promotes social interaction and teamwork – Fencers train together, form friendships, and learn valuable teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Develops decision-making skills under pressure – The need to react quickly in fencing matches enhances a child's ability to think and act under stress.


Young Sabre Fencer

Our Mission

At Cardinal Fencing Club (CFC), we are on a mission to develop young athletes into champions—both on and off the fencing strip. We provide top-tier coaching, foster sportsmanship, and promote the Olympic sport of fencing throughout the San Jose Metro Area.

George V. Pogosov, OLY - 
Founder & Head Coach

Mr.Pogosov is the Co-Head Coach of the Stanford University Men’s and Women’s Fencing Teams. He is the Head Coach of the Cardinal Fencing Center.


His athletic accomplishments are too numerous to mention and include 1992 Olympic Team Champion, 7 times Team World Champion, Individual Junior World Champion, Individual World Championship Silver Medalist, 1988 Olympic Team Silver Medalist, and many times World Cup Champion. He has more than 22 years of experience as a fencer and 25 years of experience as a coach.


George has a Master’s Degree in Physical Education with a focus in Fencing from Ukrainian National University of Physical Education and Sports in Kiev.


Mr. Pogosov studied the art of fencing under David A. Tyshler (The Father of Soviet Sabre), Mihail L. Shimshovich (his first Coach), Vladimir A. Nazlymov (recognized as the Greatest Sabre Fencer of the XX Century), and Lev Kuznetsov.


George is an expert coach in all three weapons, and easily adapts from beginners to the World Class athletes.


George has served as an International and National Referee at the most prestigious events.


Before his arrival to USA Mr. Pogosov was the Head Coach of the Ukrainian National Men’s Sabre Team (one of the strongest in the World).


Quite a few of his students have won various International, National, and NCAA medals; currently he is especially proud of two 2013 National Champions he is working with Monir Fahri and Samuel Kwong.

Coach Boris Khurgin

CFC Club Shop

Gear up with style and performance at the CSFA Uniform Shop, proudly powered by Macron, a leading name in high-quality athletic apparel. Designed exclusively for Cardinal  Fencing Club athletes, our official fencing uniforms combine comfort, durability, and sleek design—perfect for both training and competition. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fencer, our Macron gear ensures you look sharp and move with confidence. Shop now and represent CDC with pride in California's premier fencing attire!

Support CFC

Support Charlotte Sabres Fencing Academy through iSponsor, the effortless way to give back while you shop! iSponsor is a powerful sponsorship platform that connects local clubs like CSFA with everyday purchases—meaning your favorite stores and brands help fund our athletes at no extra cost to you. Simply download the app, choose CSFA as your club, and start shopping online or in-store. Every transaction earns real dollars to support our fencing programs, gear, and tournament travel. It’s the easiest way to sponsor local youth sports in California —just shop, and support happens automatically!