2026 Harvard University Elite Fencing Clinic – Toronto

This two-day elite fencing clinic is designed to help athletes train smarter and perform better through high-level technical training, competitive fencing, and a deeper understanding of how top collegiate athletes approach their development.

Daria Schneider and Ying Cao lead the training. All fencing weapons are welcome and space is limited.

Daria Schneider is the Head Coach of Harvard University Fencing, a former U.S. National Team member, and a two-time World Championship team bronze medalist. Under her leadership, Harvard has achieved multiple NCAA championship successes. The clinic will give athletes the opportunity to experience the training methods, competitive mindset, and athlete-development approach used at the NCAA Division I level.

Ying Cao is a former Canadian National Team foil fencer and NCAA Division I athlete at Cornell University. She represented Canada internationally from 2015–2024, competing at the Cadet, Junior, and Senior World Cup levels and earning medals at the Pan American Championships and Canadian National Championships.