Rhode Island Fencing Academy and Club (RIFAC)

Rhode Island Fencing Academy and Club (RIFAC) State-of-the-art facility in East Providence, RI. All RIFAC instructors are professionally trained and experts at working with beginner fencers of all ages.

Fencing is a sport of passion and precision, and for three decades, RIFAC coaches have shared their love and knowledge with thousands of students, inspiring all to seek the best in themselves - both on and off the strip. Named as the 2020 Club of Excellence in Youth Development by the USFA, for over 20 years RIFAC coaches have been inspiring all to seek the best in themselves through the modern Ol

ympic sport of fencing. But RIFAC is more than just a fencing academy- It is a community of amazing coaches, fencers, students and families. Check out www.RIFAC.com to see what makes us special.

What a fantastic start to the season! The RIFAC Team is working hard already at the Star Cup this weekend. Congrats to G...
09/06/2026

What a fantastic start to the season! The RIFAC Team is working hard already at the Star Cup this weekend. Congrats to Griffin who placed in the top 8 of the Y14 Men’s Foil event and top 8 in Cadet Men’s Foil, earning his “D” rating!

Open Fencing Schedule Reminder! As of September 1, RIFAC's regular Open Fencing schedule resumed:Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fr...
09/04/2026

Open Fencing Schedule Reminder! As of September 1, RIFAC's regular Open Fencing schedule resumed:
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 7:30-9pm

Welcome to the 2026-27 Season!Classes start September 8!Visit RIFAC.com for full schedule, class details, and registrati...
09/04/2026

Welcome to the 2026-27 Season!
Classes start September 8!
Visit RIFAC.com for full schedule, class details, and registration.

Important reminders for the start of the season:

All returning students must register!

The next few weeks will be very busy for our front counter staff. Thank you in advance for your patience as we work hard to answer all phone calls and emails!

Intermediate students must have their own mask. Please stop by the front counter for assistance!

Youth and Junior Advanced students must have their own fencing equipment, including electric gear and knickers. New and pre-owned options are available!

We’re excited to welcome everyone back for another wonderful season and look forward to seeing you all soon!

Halloween came early this year! Congrats to Griffin who placed 7th today at the Trick or Treat ROC in NJ and earned his ...
08/23/2026

Halloween came early this year! Congrats to Griffin who placed 7th today at the Trick or Treat ROC in NJ and earned his E!

Friends watching foil friends fence epee!
07/20/2026

Friends watching foil friends fence epee!

Lars working hard at Summer Open Fencing!
07/17/2026

Lars working hard at Summer Open Fencing!

RIFAC summer Camp t-shirts are ready to go! A few spots are still available for our Full-day camps week of July 20 and J...
07/17/2026

RIFAC summer Camp t-shirts are ready to go! A few spots are still available for our Full-day camps week of July 20 and July 27!
https://rifac.com/summer-camps/

We wish our seniors the very best as they prepare for their next chapters. We will miss you all, but please know that yo...
07/10/2026

We wish our seniors the very best as they prepare for their next chapters. We will miss you all, but please know that you always have a home to come back to!

Our team recently celebrated the end of a spectacular season at our annual banquet. Congrats to everyone who earned a ne...
07/08/2026

Our team recently celebrated the end of a spectacular season at our annual banquet. Congrats to everyone who earned a new rating, stepped up into a leadership role, and met their season goals!

Our team is having a great week in Portland! Busy competition days, followed by an awesome team dinner for 50! And even ...
07/04/2026

Our team is having a great week in Portland! Busy competition days, followed by an awesome team dinner for 50! And even got to celebrate Calvin and Coach Brian’s birthdays!

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East Providence, RI
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