Fencers bouting during the International Foil Camp
25–31 July 2027 Cluj-Napoca, Romania Born 2008–2016

International FoilFencing Camp

Seven days of high-level foil training in the heart of Transylvania, led by certified coaches from the United States and Romania. Two sessions a day, full board, and a community that keeps coming back.

Limited spots — places are confirmed in the order registrations are received.

7 daysof training
2 / daytraining sessions
2008–2016age group
Full boardaccommodation & meals
The camp

More than a week of training

The International Foil Fencing Camp brings together competitive fencers from across Europe and the United States for seven days of focused work on the piste — and a great deal more off it.

Athletes push their limits every day, share the strip with fencers from different countries, and leave stronger both technically and personally. It is about building confidence, creating memories that last, and growing together as one fencing community.

The camp is tailored for competitive fencers in the 2008–2016 age group, from aspiring champions to elite athletes. Spots are deliberately limited so every fencer gets personal attention and quality training time.

Download the full invitation (PDF)

Participants of the previous International Foil Camp edition
Why attend

Built around the fencer

Everything on site exists so that athletes can train hard, recover well, and stay safe for the whole week.

Elite certified coaching staff

Foil specialists from the USA and Romania, supported by a dedicated conditioning coach who focuses on athletic performance and injury prevention.

  • Technical and tactical coaching at every level
  • Individual lessons alongside group work
  • One community, two fencing schools

Comprehensive training program

Two daily training sessions built on focused drills, tactical strategy, footwork and bouting, plus specialised conditioning.

  • Speed, endurance and agility sessions
  • Armory support — on-site maintenance and repair
  • Equipment vendor on site for gear and supplies

Safety and supervision

Trained medical staff are available on site for any emergency, and supervision runs around the clock.

  • Medical assistance on site
  • 24/7 supervision of all participants
  • Full board at the university dormitory
Coaching staff

The coaches on the strip

Certified foil coaches from the United States and Romania, working with the athletes every single session.

Adam Kaszubowski

Adam Kaszubowski

Foil coach
Gabi Cimpoaie

Gabi Cimpoaie

Foil coach
Bogdan Dascălu

Bogdan Dascălu

Foil coach
Valentin Niță

Valentin Niță

Foil coach
Petru Kuki

Petru Kuki

Foil coach
Alexandra

Alexandra

Foil coach

The coaching staff is joined by a dedicated conditioning coach, an armorer and medical personnel for the full week.

The program

What a camp day looks like

The week is built around two training sessions a day, with conditioning and recovery woven in between. Exact timings are confirmed on arrival and adapted to the groups.

  • Morning session Footwork, focused drills and technical work, with individual lessons running alongside.
  • Conditioning Specialised sessions to improve speed, endurance and agility, led by the conditioning coach.
  • Afternoon session Tactical strategies and bouting — putting the morning’s work under pressure.
  • Off the piste Meals at the university, rest, and time with fencers from other countries. Armory and the equipment vendor stay available through the day.
Fencers celebrating a touch during the camp
The venue

Gheorghe Roman Sports Hall

The camp is hosted at the “Dr. Iuliu Hațieganu” Sports Park of Babeș-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca.

Exceptional facilities

  • Electrical strips for all participants
  • Plenty of space for focused, intensive training and for resting between sessions
  • Armory support on site

Accommodation

  • Full board at the university dormitory — breakfast, lunch and dinner included
  • Accommodation at the university is provided for fencers and coaches only
  • Hotel recommendations for parents are listed further down

See it for yourself

Babeș-Bolyai University offers an interactive virtual tour of the sports park, including the Gheorghe Roman hall.

Open the virtual tour

Registration

Fees & how to join

One fee covers the whole week. Spaces are limited — registering early secures both the spot and the better rate.

Regular
875
Registered after 1 May 2027
  • Training — all sessions
  • Accommodation
  • Food — breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Camp kit
Register

Personal equipment is not included. Each athlete must bring their own personal equipment, and FIE standard is mandatory. An equipment vendor and armory support are available on site during the camp.

Travel & stay

Everything you need to plan the trip

Cluj-Napoca is easy to reach, and the venue is a short ride from the airport and the city centre.

Getting here

  • Cluj “Avram Iancu” International Airport is 20 minutes from the facilities.
  • Uber — recommended for the airport transfer.
  • Bolt — a taxi app similar to Uber. Download it before arrival.
  • Regular taxis are available at the airport as well.
  • If your fencer is travelling alone and needs transport to and from the airport, contact us and we can help.

Hotels for parents

Accommodation at the university is for fencers and coaches only. These two hotels are both 0.3 miles from the venue.

Supplemental insurance

For international competitions and camps, USFA uses United Health Global Service. Their details:

Weather in July

Cluj-Napoca in summer is warm and dry, comfortable for training and for exploring the city between sessions.

  • Highs around 90 °F / 32 °C
  • Lows around 70 °F / 20 °C

Discover Romania and Cluj

A few videos worth watching before you travel.

Join us

Don’t miss this opportunity

Train with the best, refine your skills and take your fencing to the next level. Spaces are limited — secure your spot early for the best rate. See you in Romania!