Fencing Skills, Tactics, Training

by Sowerby, Andrew

• ISBN13: 9781847973054
• ISBN10: 1847973051
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-06-01
• Publisher: The Crowood Press

Summary

Covers fencing techniques in a logical progression, from the absolute beginner to the advanced competition fencer Fully illustrated with photographs showing technique sequences, correct positions, and competition situations, this step-by-step guide is perfect for newcomers learning the fundamentals, advanced practitioners, or coaches. It supplies detailed tips and advice on competition fencing and includes a valuable section on tactics and how to apply techniques in a fight situation. It also presents footwork exercises and bladework training drills, introduces epee and saber fencing, and discusses how to approach fencing as a left-hander and how to deal with left-handed opponents.

Author Biography

Andrew Sowerby is a fencing coach who has fenced for more than 25 years. He has worked with the British Olympic Association and has produced pupils who fence and win medals at all levels.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. 6
Introduction to Fencing
The History of Fencing	p. 8
Getting Started	p. 10
Introduction to the Foil	p. 12
Warming Up and Fitness Training	p. 15
Technical Skills
Footwork Actions	p. 20
Holding the Foil	p. 25
Equipment and Safety	p. 26
The Direct Attack	p. 31
The Parry-Riposte	p. 33
Other Types of Parry	p. 38
Preparations of Attack	p. 40
The Indirect Attack	p. 42
Indirect and Compound Ripostes and Counter-Ripostes	p. 44
Deception and Defence Against Deception	p. 46
Tactics
Attacking on the Opponent's Preparation	p. 52
Inviting Attacks and Second Intention Actions	p. 54
How the Difference in Distance Governs the Choice of Attack	p. 57
Close-Quarter Fencing	p. 59
Left-Handed Fencing	p. 63
Competition Fencing	p. 67
Overall Points About Tactics	p. 74
Drill Training Exercises and Other Weapons
Drill Training Exercises	p. 78
Introduction to Épée Fencing	p. 82
Introduction to Sabre Fencing	p. 86
Glossary	p. 92
Useful Addresses and Websites	p. 94
Index	p. 95
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