Future champions camp
Experience the Pinnacle of International Fencing — in Brooklyn
April 6-10 2026
Join us for an exclusive elite Future Champions Camp featuring world-renowned Italian foilist Alessio Foconi and Italian World Champion & Master Coach Stefano Barrera. This is a rare opportunity to train with two figures who embody the excellence of the Italian fencing tradition—right here in New York.
Experience the Pinnacle of International Fencing — in Brooklyn
April 6-10 2026
Join us for an exclusive elite Future Champions Camp featuring world-renowned Italian foilist Alessio Foconi and Italian World Champion & Master Coach Stefano Barrera. This is a rare opportunity to train with two figures who embody the excellence of the Italian fencing tradition—right here in New York.
Train with World Champions 
Alessio Foconi
One of the most accomplished foil fencers of his generation:
🏆 2024 Olympic Team Silver Medalist at the Paris Olympic Games
🏆 2018 Individual World Champion
🥇 Four-Time Team World Champion
🥇 2019 Individual European Champion
🏅 2021 Olympian (Tokyo)
Stefano Barrera
Former elite Italian foilist and internationally respected coach:
Two-Time Team World Champion
Individual World Championship Medalist- Former member of the Italian National Team
Current coach of the Italian National Youth Team- Renowned for developing high-level athletes through technical precision and tactical intelligence
Through the Future Champions Camp, Foconi and Barrera bring together top-level international experience and the proven FCC training methodology, offering athletes a complete development experience both on and off the piste. The program reflects FCC’s holistic approach to athlete growth and draws on our extensive experience in organizing international camps since 2018.
The Italian Masterclass Experience
This camp immerses athletes in the world-famous Italian school of fencing, known for its elegance, creativity, and tactical depth. Training will focus on:
Technical Refinement
Advanced blade work, elite point control, and signature actions—including the celebrated “Foconi Flick.”Tactical Analysis
Match strategy, tempo control, and decision-making drawn directly from World Cup and World Championship fencing.Dynamic Footwork
High-level drills emphasizing distance management, timing, and explosive movement.Bout Simulation & Direct Feedback
Competitive fencing sessions with real-time coaching and corrections from Alessio Foconi and Stefano Barrera.
Camp Details
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Eligibility: Competitive foil fencers seeking elite-level international training
Limited Enrollment: Small group format to ensure personalized instruction and meaningful coach interaction
This camp is designed for serious athletes preparing for the upcoming season who want to elevate their fencing through exposure to true Italian championship methodology.