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Is your child interested in fencing?
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Parent's Guide to Fencing - (c) 2007.
Table of Contents
Why Fencing?
No matter your initial ingress into the world of fencing, the more you learn about it, the more you will want to participate.
Coordination, speed, agility and self-assurance are just a few of the qualities this sport requires of its participants. A fencer needs not only to be quick of body but of mind as well. The intensity of fencing, and the extreme demands it places on one are a natural result of fencing's violent history. And while fencing has morphed from combat to sport, and possessing these skills no longer carries a life or death consequence, they are, however, in large part what make fencing such an exhilarating endeavor.A successful fencer must be capable of mounting powerful driving attacks or conversely, of making subtle and crafty defenses, all within the space of a few seconds. Brawn only, however, will only take you so far in fencing: intellect is paramount. A good fencer must be clever and with unwavering concentration able to conceive and execute calculated moves quickly.
The spirit of fair play and honor is an integral part of fencing. A maximum of politeness and consideration is always observed while competing with others. Fencing is as much an attitude as it is a sport and those who participate in fencing find that it can profoundly affect their lives.
Physically demanding, mentally challenging, character developing and cool weapons, what more could one ask for?!
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References
- Fencing.Net - Your Guide to Fencing
- Visit Fencing.Net to learn all about the Olympic sport of fencing, find a fencing club near you, learn about fencing gear, and get training tips and drills to improve your duelling skills.
- Sport Fencing Equipment Store
- Fencing equipment and gear to meet all of your sport fencing needs. Fast worldwide shipping. Browse our extensive fencing equipment inventory of fencing foils, uniforms, fencing masks, epees, and sabres.
- Fencing Equipment Reviews
- Want to find out ratings before you buy your fencing equipment? Learn here at the online information site for international Olympic fencing equipment reviews. Reviews of fencing books, swords, and other fencing gear.
- US Fencing
- Official web site of the US Fencing Association
- Fencing Club Directory
- Looking for a place to start fencing or continue with your development? This directory of fencing clubs in the United States includes a zip code search option to help you find the facility closest to you.
