Hello and welcome to Minnesota Sword Play. Minnesota Swordplay offers a beginner course and an intermediate course as well. We teach in over 40+ locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We teach all three Olympic weapons for all ages. We have been teaching since 2000 and we are growing and expanding every day. Our classes provide 5 week long classes and week-long summer camps!  Minnesota Swordplay also coaches high school and we are in charge of the Minnetonka Highschool fencing team!  We also have our own fencing club! We train three times a week for all three weapons. Sign up for a location closest to you! For directions , look at our locations on our website and pick the location near you and sign up through the community ed or through the Parks and Recreation. On the last day of class, you win the tournament, You win a real katana sword! Want us to start fencing near you? Don't be afraid to contact us. Find us on Facebook and Instagram @Minnesotaswordplay 

Minnesota Sword Play Club is designed for students who want to continue developing their fencing skills beyond beginner classes and camps. Our club provides a fun, supportive environment where fencers can improve technique, build confidence, make friends, and prepare for competition if they choose.

Club Benefits:
• Weekly fencing practices
• Advanced footwork and blade work
• Bouting and competition experience
• Individual coaching and feedback
• Opportunities to attend tournaments
• A welcoming community for all skill levels

Whether your goal is to have fun, stay active, or compete, Minnesota Sword Play Club can help you reach the next level.

Current Club Locations:
• Chisago Lakes
• Additional Twin Cities locations coming soon

Training will be three times a week every Monday (6-8 PM) Wednesday(6-8 PM) and Saturday (1-3 PM) at the Chisago Lakes Community Education Center.Trainning has offically Started!. Ran by Coach Kailan and Coach Maria. Please sign up through the Chisago lakes community education.

Coach Kailan Benford has been fencing since the age of 7 and has coaching since the age of 15. Kailan was trained under his mom and Coach Maria Benford. Kailan has won many tournaments and is also rated in the United States Fencing Association. When Kailan is not fencing or coaching ,he is either in college classes or working out at the gym. Kailan favorite saying is "Sometimes your best effort is not good enough"