Join Us for Competitive Saber Camp with Former Hungarian European Medalist Balázs Kurucz

We’re excited to welcome former Hungarian European medalist and current Penn State saber coach, Balázs Kurucz, to Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club for a special week of saber training this summer.

📅 August 17–21, 2026

Balázs brings a wealth of international experience both as a competitor and as a coach. Now coaching at Penn State, he previously built a strong track record in Great Britain as a leading club coach and Head Coach of the Junior Women’s Saber Team.


Proven International Results

Balázs has developed athletes who have achieved top results on the international stage, including:

  • Junior World Championship titles

  • Multiple Cadet and Junior European medals

  • Consistent success on the Cadet European Circuit

  • Strong performances at World Championships

His experience developing fencers across all stages makes this an incredible opportunity for competitive athletes looking to improve.


Elite Competitive Background

As an athlete, Balázs was a multiple-time Hungarian National medalist and earned European U17 gold medals in 1995 and 1996.

His firsthand experience competing at a high level shapes the focused, technical, and demanding training environment he brings to every session.

Train with World-Class Experience

This is a unique opportunity to train with a coach who has consistently developed world-class fencers and brings proven international expertise to the strip.


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Join us for an exceptional week of saber training at Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club.