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A BRIEF HISTORICAL INTRODUCTION
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Fencing, the art of attack and defence with a sword or similar
weapon. Modern fencing is a recreational and competitive sport,
but its rules and techniques are derived from those originally
developed for efficient swordplay in dueling... |
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WHAT IS
FENCING? |
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Fencing is a popular modern sport, for all participants of all
ages. This includes the disabled athlete. Anyone from 8 to 80
years can complete or can enjoy the sport for recreational
purposes. Agility, fast reactions, and tactical thinking are the
prime requirements for fencers... |
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FOIL,
EPEE, SABRE |
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The combat phrasing in
foil
fencing, is derived from the historical development of the weapon.
The combat training emphasized the need to hit and wound the
opponent, without self being touched... |
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Both men and women compete in epee,
in separate events. The weapon used weighs a maximum of 770 grams,
with a maximum length of 110 cm... |
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Sabre
is a cutting and thrusting weapon. The weapon weighs no more than
500gr., with a maximum length of 105 cm. The valid target area is
the whole body, above the waistline, including arms and mask... |
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RULES |
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The most important principles of bout conducting. |
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OPINIONS |
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Fencers speak about fencing:
"It is fencing chess against someone..."
"A very exciting sport..."
"And t is one on one, you don't rely on your
team mate..." |
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Fencing and you |
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FOOTWORK |
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When moving during a fencing bout it is necessary
to maintain a good on guard position to facilitate accuracy when
making actions with the weapon... |
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