About BHFC

Building Confidence.
On And Off The Strip.

For 30 years, Beverly Hills Fencers' Club has welcomed newcomers and experienced competitors to train, grow, and pursue their potential through fencing.

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The BHFC Story

Built On Tradition. Still Moving Forward.

 
Beverly Hills Fencers' Club athletes
 
30
Years In Los Angeles Founded by Margo Miller
 
Our Story

30 Years Of Fencing
In Los Angeles.

Beverly Hills Fencers' Club was founded 30 years ago by Margo Miller as a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting fencing and developing athletes at every stage of the sport.

Today, BHFC welcomes complete beginners, recreational fencers, children and teens, adult athletes, and serious competitors in a facility dedicated to fencing. Our coaching staff brings national and international experience, and every BHFC coach is USFA and Safe Sport certified.

New fencers do not need to purchase a full kit immediately. BHFC loans beginner equipment for the first month, then helps families and adults transition to their own equipment through our recommended vendor.

Certified Coaching All BHFC coaches are USFA + Safe Sport certified.
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What Makes BHFC Different

A Serious Fencing Club.
Welcoming From Day One.

Épée-focused training, certified coaching, a dedicated facility, and a community built to support first-time fencers and experienced competitors alike.

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ÉPÉE INSTRUCTION

Expert épée coaching for first-time fencers, recreational athletes, and serious competitors.

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OPEN FENCING

Opportunities to fence, practice, and challenge yourself alongside the BHFC community.

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BEGINNER EQUIPMENT

BHFC loans beginner equipment for the first month. After that, we help you order your own starter kit through our recommended vendor.

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ALL LEVELS WELCOME

Children, teens, adults, returning fencers, recreational athletes, and nationally competitive fencers all have a place at BHFC.

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DEDICATED FACILITY

A facility devoted to fencing, with space designed for focused training, open fencing, and athlete development.

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CERTIFIED COACHING

Every BHFC coach is USFA and Safe Sport certified, with staff experience spanning national, international, Olympic, collegiate, stage, and screen fencing.

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The Sport + The Philosophy

Fast. Strategic. Built For More.

The weapon defines the game. The coaching and community define what fencers take from it.

 
 
The Weapon We Fence

About Épée

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The épée, pronounced “EPP-pay,” is the descendant of the dueling sword. It is similar in length to the foil but heavier, at approximately 27 ounces, with a larger guard and a stiffer blade.

Touches are scored only with the point of the blade, and the entire body is a valid target area. That makes sound defense especially important because every part of the body must be protected.

Full Body Target Point Only No Right-Of-Way
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How Épée Is Scored

First Touch Wins The Point.

No Right-Of-Way The first fencer to land the touch earns the point.
Double Touches Count If both hit within 1/25th of a second, both receive a point.
Electric Scoring The spring-loaded tip activates after more than 750 grams of pressure.
No Lamé Required The entire body is valid target, so épée does not use a conductive lamé.
Simple Rule. Endless Strategy. →
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Our Mission

Fencing For Life.

BHFC believes fencing should build more than technical skill. The club creates a place where fencers can develop confidence, discipline, focus, resilience, and a lasting connection to the sport.

Confidence Discipline Focus Resilience
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A Coaching Staff For Every Goal

From First Lesson To Elite Competition.

BHFC coaches work with children and teens, adult beginners, recreational fencers, national and international competitors, and members of the film and theatre community.

Certified Coaching Every BHFC coach is USFA and Safe Sport certified.
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Our Coaches

Experienced. Respected.
Invested In You.

BHFC's staff brings championship, collegiate, international, stage, and screen experience to the strip. Every coach is USFA and Safe Sport certified.

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MM

MARGO MILLER

ÉPÉE COACH

Founder of BHFC. Two-time Pan American gold medalist, member of 17 U.S. World Teams, and longtime coach of elite épée programs.

USFA + Safe Sport Certified ✓
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CC

CARLA CORBIT

CLUB MANAGER, ÉPÉE COACH

Experienced youth and competitive coach, NCAA Women’s Coaches Academy graduate, and 2016 NCAA Coach of the Year.

USFA + Safe Sport Certified ✓
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BB

BENOIT BOUYSSET

COACH

Master of Arms and former USA Men’s Épée National Team coach with Olympic, World Championship, and Pan American Games experience.

USFA + Safe Sport Certified ✓
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RB

ROBERTA BROWN

MINI MUSKETEERS, INTRODUCTION TO FENCING + SWASHBUCKLING COACH

Fight director and sword master with screen credits including Charlie's Angels, Boudica, Warrior Queen, ER, Queen of Swords, Holes, and The Hunted. Her stage work spans Shakespeare's Globe in London to the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. She teaches theatrical combat and has trained actors including Patricia Arquette, Emily Blunt, Alex Kingston, Bo Derek, Noah Wylie, and Thomas Kretschmann.

USFA + Safe Sport Certified ✓
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ZIMO ZHU

BHFC ASSISTANT COACH · MEN'S + WOMEN'S

Captain of the California Institute of Technology NCAA Fencing Team from 2018–2021 and Adlai E. Stevenson Fencing Team from 2014–2017. Caltech liaison to the Intercollegiate Fencing Conference of Southern California, interim coach at Stevenson, 2019 NAC Senior Team Men's Épée bronze medalist, ranked 42nd in USA Fencing Juniors, and a participant in four Junior Olympic Championships and 13 North American Cups.

USFA + Safe Sport Certified ✓
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ETHAN REMEZ-COTT

ASSISTANT COACH

Assistant Coach at BHFC. Additional coaching background and biography coming soon.

USFA + Safe Sport Certified ✓
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One Standard Across The Staff USFA + Safe Sport certified coaching throughout BHFC.
In Memoriam

Remembering Karl Christe

Karl Christe was a world-class three-weapon competitor, U.S. World Team member, and longtime BHFC instructor whose experience and commitment to fencing remain part of the club's story.

Memorial Page
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Community Outreach

Growing Fencing Beyond Our Own Strips.

As a nonprofit organization, BHFC has a long history of supporting community groups, schools, charitable organizations, camps, and clinics.

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Community Programs

Opening Doors
To The Sport.

BHFC has sponsored fencing instruction and classes for nationally recognized organizations including Big Brothers, Boy Scouts of America, the Santa Monica Police Athletic League (PAL), and VERB.

Big Brothers Boy Scouts Santa Monica PAL VERB
 
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Giving Back

Sharing Space,
Equipment + Coaching.

BHFC has made its facility, equipment, and certified instructors available to charitable organizations including Grant Elementary School, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and The Willow School.

Facility access • loaner equipment • certified instructors
 
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Schools, Camps + Clinics

Building The Next
Generation Of Fencers.

BHFC has supported junior and varsity fencing programs in Los Angeles-area schools and has hosted one-day, weekend, and week-long clinics and camps, including programs featuring guest coaches.

Youth programs • guest coaches • seasonal camps
Partner With BHFC

Interested in working with BHFC on a community program, school partnership, camp, or clinic?

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BHFC At A Glance
30 YEARS
Serving The Fencing Community
501(c)(3)
Nonprofit Organization
MARGO MILLER
Founder
 
Ready To Take The First Step?

Book Your Intro Lesson Today.

Join a fencing community built for beginners, experienced competitors, and everyone in between.

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Everyone Belongs On The Strip

Fencing Is For Everyone.

No matter your age, background, gender, ability, experience, or goals, there is a place for you at BHFC. Kids and adults. First-timers and lifelong athletes. Recreational, competitive, and adaptive fencers. Come as you are, learn something new, and find your people.

Beverly Hills Fencers Club community collage
All Ages Youth, teens, adults, and returning fencers
All Backgrounds A welcoming community built around the sport
All Experience Levels From first lesson through competitive training
Adaptive Fencing Parafencing and inclusive pathways at BHFC

Different People. One Strip. One Community.

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Beverly Hills Fencers' Club

Fencing: The Original Extreme Sport.

Fun. Fast. Easy to learn. Olympic sport. Taught by accredited fencing coaches.

 

Beginner-friendly fencing for children, teens, and adults, whether you're just starting out, coming back after years away, or training for your next tournament. Come find your people.

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Visit BHFC
Cornerstone Plaza
1990 S Bundy Dr, Ste 125
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Bundy at the corner of La Grange
Parking Park in Cornerstone Parking on the ground level only. Pull a ticket and bring it inside for validation. The first 90 minutes are free, then $2 for the next 3 hours. Entrance is from the front courtyard or the lobby door from the parking lot. Parking + Entrance Details  →
Start Here
New to fencing? Your first step is simple.
✓$50 Intro Class
Try fencing before choosing your program.
✓Beginner-friendly youth + adult classes
✓Equipment available for beginners
✓Accredited fencing coaches
✓Flexible scheduling + easy makeups
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