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Fencing : skills, tactics, training / Andrew Sowerby.

by Sowerby, Andrew.

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Crowood sports guides.

9781847973054 (pbk.)

1847973051 (pbk.)

93 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.

Includes index.

Introduction to fencing. The history of fencing -- Getting started -- Introduction to the foil -- Warming up and fitness training -- Technical skills. Footwork actions -- Holding the foil -- Equipment and safety -- The direct attack -- The parry-riposte -- Other types of parry -- Preparations of attack -- The indirect attack -- Indirect and compound ripostes and counter-ripostes -- Deception and defence against deception -- Tactics. Attacking on the opponent's preparation -- Inviting attacks and second intention actions -- How the difference in distance governs the choice of attack -- Close-quarter fencing -- Left-handed fencing -- Competition fencing -- Overall points about tactics -- Drill training exercises and other weapons. Drill training exercises -- Introduction to épée fencing -- Introduction to sabre fencing.

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.

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