Fencing, the art of swordsmanship, has been around for centuries. First, the goal was to train for deadly combat - the duel, later - for the Olympic gold.

Three different kinds of fencing are practiced today, each named for the type of weapon used: foil, épée and sabre. The objective of fencing is to touch the valid target with the point of the foil or épée, or with the cutting edge and point of the sabre.

Fencing helps to acquire the reflexes of a boxer, the legs of a vault jumper, and the concentration of a chess-master. The sport develops endurance, reaction, confidence and coordination. Fencing is action-packed, and is known as the fastest martial sport of them all.

But the best thing about fencing is - it’s fun!