This comprehensive guide is designed to help you master the art of fencing. It covers all the basics of fencing, from the fundamentals of the sport to the techniques and strategies used by experienced fencers. You'll learn about the different types
Fencing is a combat sport that features sword fighting. It consists of three primary disciplines: foil, épée, and sabre, each with its own blade and set of rules. Most competitive fencers specialise in one of these disciplines. The modern sport gained prominence near the end of the 19th century, evolving from historical European swordsmanship. The Italian school altered the historical European martial art of classical fencing, and the French school later refined that system. Scoring points in a fencing competition is done by making contact with the opponent with one's sword.