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The Olympic sport of Fencing is commonly considered "physical chess" since this sport is both a mental and physical game. This camp will introduce students to the history and basics of fencing and will cover safety, footwork, blade work, important terms, and strategy. The sessions will start with a brief warm-up followed by discussions ranging from the history of fencing to strategies used in modern competition. We will also introduce physical and mental exercises that help with fencing. The second half of each day will focus on technique and will cover footwork, blade work, tactics, and bouting. All participants will be required to wear athletic clothing and long pants. Staff Information: Coach Allen Schneider is an A-rated fencer ("A" being the highest rating achievable) who trained under an Olympic coach and has competed internationally. He has dedicated himself to coaching and has experience training fencers of all ages and skill levels.
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