How to Fence

Fencing is a popular competitive sport that is played by employing specific tactics that require advanced hand-eye coordination. Fencers use blunt ended swords and a variety of protective gear during the game. This sport is open to anyone who wants to learn for fun or to become a professional fencer.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Fencing equipment and safety gear

1. Search for a local fencing club or school in the phone directory or seek a referral from your friends. Enroll in a group class or hire a professional fencer for private lessons.

2. Rent fencing equipment from the club or school by paying a monthly fee. Once you familiarize yourself with the art of fencing, purchase your own equipment and gear.

3. Follow the schedule and practice regularly with the coach and your fencing partners. Avoid rushing through the training sessions. Take your time to learn all of the important aspects of this sport.

4. Read instructional books and magazines and watch videos to learn additional fencing techniques. Visit Internet forums and join discussion groups to obtain helpful tips and guidelines to be a good fencer.

5. Visit fencing competitions to observe fencers in action. Learn from the strengths and weaknesses of the competitors. Apply this knowledge in your fencing lessons.

Tips & Warnings

• Wear a mask during practice sessions even if you become an advanced fencer.
• Check your equipment to make sure it is in good working condition.
• Learn the basic fencing steps before asking your instructor to move on to complicated fencing attacks.
• Exercise caution when using advanced equipment during fencing drills.

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Resources

• Visit the official website of the United States Fencing Association to get information regarding this sport.