Beginning Foil Fencing requires NO fencing experience!
With all equipment provided (mask, foil, jacket, chest protector and glove), students will learn:
- basic footwork
- distance keeping
- lunging
- hitting with the tip of the foil on your opponent’s target (the torso)
- defense with parry-riposte
- right of way rules
- fencing safety
- bouting
- sportsmanship
Fencing improves hand-eye coordination, agility, dexterity, and stamina, as well as developing social skills and manners. All fencing equipment is provided.
Fun and safety are emphasized.
(Transportation is provided for Kenston students through 7th grade)