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Fencing - The Noble Sport

Raleigh · $765/week

Fencing - The Noble Sport is a day camp offered by Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, focusing on the fundamentals of fencing for ages 8-14.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, raleighnc.gov/summer-camps, is the official site for Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, which offers a variety of summer camps, including 'Fencing - The Noble Sport.' This specific camp is a day camp for ages 8-14, running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with an extended care option available. The camp description emphasizes learning the fundamentals of fencing, including footwork, blade work, and strategy, with all equipment provided. The Raleigh Parks website states that all staff undergo background checks, and the department has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about their programs. The camp is not ACA accredited, which is common for municipal programs. Social media handles for Raleigh Parks are @raleighparks on Instagram and RaleighParks on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

Fencing - The Noble Sport sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 10–12
  • Address: 222 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Phone: (919) 996-2150

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Fencing - The Noble Sport

What ages does Fencing - The Noble Sport accept?
Fencing - The Noble Sport is open to children ages 10–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Fencing - The Noble Sport cost?
Fencing - The Noble Sport publishes $765/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Fencing - The Noble Sport?
Fencing - The Noble Sport is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Fencing - The Noble Sport provide lunch?
Fencing - The Noble Sport does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Fencing - The Noble Sport compare to other specialty camps in Raleigh?
Fencing - The Noble Sport is one of 83 specialty camps in Raleigh that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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