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Fencing Masterclass for Two

  £95
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1 hr
  • Learn the basics of one of the great Olympic sports
  • Benefit from a masterclass with a qualified instructor
  • Get to grips with the different weapons used, such as foil, epee and sabre
  • Fight a battle against an opposing team and see how much you've learnt

About

Whether you've always fancied yourself as the next Errol Flynn, Zorro, Luke Skywalker or Madonna, our introduction to fencing will help give you a real insight into the Olympic sport of fencing. You'll start with a full safety briefing and warmup with a top international coach who will introduce you to the basics, including essential footwork. Then you'll be shown the equipment, including foil and mask and will go through a few techniques, taught to help equip you beat your opponent. You'll learn all the basics and some of the terminology (including some French!) that goes with them, such as the lunge, parry, riposte and feint. Then it's into pairs for duelling and fighting games before you put all you have learned into practise with a battle against an opposing team. Finally, you will be given a demonstration of the three different swords used in fencing (foil, epee and sabre - all used quite differently within the rules of fencing). Enjoy this unusual and fulfilling way to keep fit.

Locations

  • Clapham, London
  • Epsom, Surrey

Key Info

Availability: A selected weekend date four times a year.
Participant Guidelines: Minimum age is 6.
Duration: Expect to be at the venue for up to two hours, including your 90 minute lesson.
Numbers On Day: Takes place in a group of a maximum of 20 fencing participants with up to three fully qualified fencing coaches.
Spectators: The nature of this experience makes it available to paying participants only.
Dress Code: Wear trainers and loose fitting comfortable clothes. All specialist clothing required will be supplied for you on the day. Please bring a bottle of water.
Other Info: All instructors are qualified and registered with the BFA (British Fencing Association).
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