1. A Brief Introduction to Fencing

2. What is fencing ?

3. Fencing is… A sport based on the ancient activity of “dueling”
You must defend yourself against attacks and try to attack your opponent to get a “touch”
The fencer scoring the most touches wins

4. Fencing is Physical Chess
It is a sport of strategy (the mind)
you must try to out-smart your opponent through many different moves
this creates your opportunity for an attack
It’s a sport of fast action (the body)

5. Is it Safe?

6. Safety
Fencing is very safe as long as the appropriate procedures and rules are followed
Fencing gives rise to very few injuries compared to other popular sports such as Football or Basketball
The protective equipment is the key to making sure you can fence and not get hurt

7. Protective Equipment
The Mask

8. Protective Equipment
The Jacket

9. Protective Equipment
Under-Arm Protector

10. Protective Equipment
Knickers

11. Protective Equipment
Glove

12. Protective Equipment
Shoes

13. So that’s all
I need?

14. No! You need a weapon

15. Weapons
There are three different weapons
Foil
Epee
Saber

16. Foil Valid target is only the torso
Fencer must establish priority for a valid touch
A touch is scored by hitting with the point

17. Epee Valid target is the whole body There is no priority
A touch is scored by hitting with the point

18. Saber Valid target is anywhere above the waist
Fencer must establish priority for a valid touch
Touch can be made with any part of the blade

19. Dry Fencing

20. Electric fencing Target areas are electrically conducting
The weapons are wired
FOIL LAME
SABER LAME

21. The Scoring Box
The weapons are connected to the scoring box via self winding cable reels
The score box illuminates to indicate touch (red or green light) or off-target (white light)

22. So why should
I fence?

23. Reasons for Fencing.. Presents a mental and physical challenge
Make many friends
Promotes discipline and etiquette
Promotes mutual respect amongst peers
Cardio-vascular activity
May be a fencing scholarship to College

24. It’s a Fun Sport!!

25. It’s a Fun Sport!!

26. It’s a sport that is gaining recognition….
USA wins first Fencing Gold Medal in 100 years
Gold winner was Mariel Zagunis
She was the first American Woman to get a Gold Fencing medal ever

27. It’ a sport that is gaining popularity…

28. Come join us for some fun and action!