Bida Foundation

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Train Smarter. Fence Better. Anywhere.

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Fencing Anywhere

Bida Foundation is an online training platform created for fencers of all ages and levels who want to continue developing beyond the fencing club.

Created by Olympians

Bida Foundation was created by Olympians Sergey and Violetta Bida to make professional fencing knowledge and training available to athletes anywhere in the world.

Training Built for Fencers

Six programs. One app.

Introduction to Fencing

Build your foundation from the very first step.

Introduction to Fencing

Build your foundation from the very first step.

Learn the basic technical movements of fencing step by step. This section is designed for athletes who are completely new to the sport and want to understand the fundamentals before progressing further.

Warm-Up

Prepare your body to perform.

Warm-Up

Prepare your body to perform.

Fencing-specific warm-up routines designed to prepare the entire body for training, improve movement quality, and get athletes ready for demanding practice or competition.

Footwork

Move faster. Control the distance.

Footwork

Move faster. Control the distance.

Structured footwork sessions focused on movement technique, speed, coordination, reaction, timing, balance, and control on the strip.

Conditioning

Build the body fencing demands.

Conditioning

Build the body fencing demands.

Physical training created specifically for fencing, including strength, speed, endurance, balance, coordination, reaction, and explosive movement.

Stretching & Recovery

Recover better. Move better. Train consistently.

Stretching & Recovery

Recover better. Move better. Train consistently.

Full-body stretching and mobility sessions designed to support recovery, maintain movement quality, and help athletes prepare their bodies for consistent training.

Mental Training

Train the athlete behind the weapon.

Mental Training

Train the athlete behind the weapon.

Mental performance training focused on competition psychology, confidence, concentration, emotional control, preparation, and the ability to perform under pressure.

Bida Foundation app screen

Your fencing development does not have to stop when you leave the club.

Use Bida Foundation at home, in the gym, outdoors, while traveling, or as additional training between regular fencing practices.

Choose a workout. Open your phone. Start training.

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Bida Foundation is designed to support athletes throughout every stage of their fencing journey.

Any starting point

You can use the platform if you are completely new to fencing, if you already train regularly at a fencing club, or if you are a competitive athlete looking for additional structured training.

Every level

The app can become part of your training routine at every level — from learning basic movement to supplementing serious competitive preparation.

Anywhere in the world

You do not need to train at Bida Fencing Academy to use Bida Foundation. The platform is available to fencers anywhere in the world.

Inside the App

Everything you need, in your pocket.

Home
Programs
Workout
Progress

Bida Fencing Academy + Bida Foundation

One System. Two Ways to Train.

In person

Bida Fencing Academy provides complete in-person fencing development in Silicon Valley through group training, private lessons, competition preparation, physical conditioning, and individualized coaching.

  • Group training
  • Private lessons
  • Competition preparation
  • Physical conditioning
  • Individualized coaching

Silicon Valley · Santa Clara

Anywhere

Bida Foundation extends that training philosophy beyond the Academy and gives athletes additional tools they can use wherever they are.

  • Footwork and conditioning
  • Warm-up and recovery
  • Beginner instruction
  • Mental performance
  • On your own schedule

Anywhere in the world

Train at BFA. Continue anywhere.

Frequently asked questions.

What is Bida Foundation?

Bida Foundation is an online fencing training app that provides fencing-specific workouts, footwork, physical conditioning, stretching, recovery, beginner instruction, and mental performance training.

Who can use Bida Foundation?

The app is designed for fencers at every stage of development, from complete beginners to experienced competitive athletes.

Do I need to train at Bida Fencing Academy to use the app?

No. Bida Foundation is available to fencers anywhere in the world.

Can Bida Foundation replace regular fencing lessons?

Bida Foundation is designed to complement regular fencing training rather than replace coaching. It gives athletes additional tools to work on physical preparation, footwork, technical fundamentals, recovery, and mental performance outside their normal fencing practice.

Where can I train with the app?

Anywhere you have enough safe space to complete the selected workout — at home, in a gym, outdoors, while traveling, or at your fencing club.

What type of training is available?

The app includes fencing-specific footwork, conditioning, warm-up, stretching and recovery, beginner instruction, and mental performance training.

Where can I download Bida Foundation?

Bida Foundation is available through the Apple App Store and Google Play.

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Train in person

Come train at our Academy in Santa Clara.

Group classes and private lessons six days a week — beginners from age five, competitive athletes, and adults starting from scratch.

2360 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Club hours
Monday – Friday 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday Closed
Phone
+1 (669) 667-9525
Email
[email protected]
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