Comprehensive introduction to the sport of Olympic fencing geared toward participants with no prior fencing experience. The course is taught by experienced fencing coaches and initially covers safety and etiquette, familiarization with fencing equipment, and rules of the Sport. Weekly classes progress through basic stances and footwork, bladework, and simple tactics. Participants will have to opportunity to bout extensively and will acquire the skills necessary to try electric Epee fencing at the conclusion of the course.
*Athletic attire is required for all classes (t-shirt, athletic pants and clean shoes). WMFA will charge an additional $25 equipment rental fee due by the second week of the course. The equipment fee will be waived for participants using their own non-electric fencing equipment (subject to conformity with USFA safety regulations).