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Learn Fencing

Experience the warrior within you with a one day introductory session in learning the art of Fencing. Has sword fighting in Mask of Zorro or in Jodha Akbar ever piqued your interest? Well, then better experience it in our one day introductory session! It can also be hosted at any premise or as a part of any event to engage everyone. Bet would you want to miss out on that? Fencing is fascinating.... You swishhh and swooshhh!! With this magical sound, the fascination for the sport starts. Fencing gives a certain mystic feel when you actually perform it with your opponent. It basically requires each competitor to score points by striking their opponent. The keyline to this is: “You got to touch without being touched.” Not quite impossible, but very tricky indeed. Agility & coordination  Fencing develops good coordination, balance and flexibility. And yes, it often gives young people a chance to emulate their story-book heroes!! “Attack and defend”-that's what the art generally focuses upon. The ability to demonstrate speed, skill and dexterity is an important asset to this pristine art. Distress yourself Fencing can also be a great option to relax yourself by doing something out-of-box. An interesting way to work out with no less than an adventurous option. We couldn’t agree more on this.   What do I learn ? Your experience will start with a full safety briefing and an introduction to the basics, for example, a quick workout to learn the essential footwork. You'll then be shown the equipment including foil and mask before going through the different techniques in order to beat your opponent. During the session you'll learn all the basics and terminology that goes with them, such as the lunge, parry, riposte and feint. Then it's time to put all you have learned into practice by challenging your instructor to a duel. Location : Nalanda School Academy, Borivali West, Mumbai Coach - Kedar Dhawle (Coach for Maharashtra State Team)(Secretary - Mumbai Surburban Fencing Association)Affiliated to Maharashtra State Fencing Association Timings : Sat : 6.00 pm - 7.30 pm  & Sun : 4.30 pm - 6.30 pm Age Group: Above 8 FAQs: 1. Is it safe? Yes, as you are provided with safety gears like the metallic face mask and chest guard. Also, the sword used does not have a sharp or pointed tip so as to cause any cut on your body. 2. What is the ideal age to start practicing fencing? Anybody above 8 years can start practicing fencing. 3. Does it hurt? No not all! As you undergo quick warmup exercises before you start learning the sport  and stretching exercise at the end of the session, the body pains are reduced drastically. 4. What do I need in order to start fencing? Just nothing, except the will to learn this sport. 5. How long does it require to be good? It requires a minimum of 6-8 months of regular practice depending on your ability to grasp it.  6. When can one go ? This experience runs on Saturdays and Sundays, throughout the year. 7. You and how many others ? There will be other people in the class. 8. Where is this activity conducted ? It is conducted at Borivali West, Mumbai. 9. What will be provided for training ? Training will be done using Sword, Mask and Chest guard. 10. What clothes should one wear ? One should wear loose cotton clothes like a Trackpant and T-shirt.