Originating as a way of settling disputes, Fencing has its roots in ancient sword fighting. There are 3 different types of weapons in fencing; the epee a sword similar to the duels of the 19th century, the foil, a thin flexible blade and the sabre, whose technique emphasizes speed and feints.
With many techniques of fencing are used for stunts and fight scenes in films, fencing requires athletes to be quick and nimble. People from all ages fence and are involved in the sport as it keeps you young as well as helps to improve co-ordination and flexibility and try to recreate their story book heroes moves!
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