
August
Fencing is on Summer break and will resume on August 20. At that time we will return to our 3 day a week fencing schedule.
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Common fencing footwork errors and how to fix them:
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Over-reaching or large steps: Taking steps that are too big disrupts balance and slows recovery. Fix by focusing on small, quick steps; repeated footwork drills emphasising smooth transitions between speeds and step sizes encourage good habits.
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Flat-foot landing: Landing on flat feet reduces agility. Practice bouncing lightly or using a "bounce step" to maintain readiness.
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Slow recovery: Failing to return to guard after lunges leaves you vulnerable. Incorporate recovery drills such as sprinting back after a lunge or bringing your front foot back immediately after each attack.
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Crossing feet: This destabilises you and telegraphs intentions (and is illegal in sabre). Emphasise foot alignment and practice lateral shuffles to develop safe sidesteps.
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Poor stance maintenance: Many fencers allow their stance to deteriorate during movement. The quality of the stance should remain constant through all actions. Filming yourself or training with a coach can help identify and correct these lapses.
All the helpful information that you will need.
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Upcoming Competition Schedule*:
Local
July 26 - Spectacular Tournament, Ouray High School gym
Region 4
National
October 9-12 - Oct NAC, Orlando, Florida
November 20-23 – Nov NAC, Columbus, Ohio
December 4-6 – Dec SJCC, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
January 8-11 – Junior Olympics, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
February 12-15 – Feb NAC, TBA
March 5-8 – Mar NAC, TBA
April 16-19 – Apr NAC, Cincinnati, Ohio
May TBA – SJCC, TBA
July 2-11 – Summer Nationals, Salt Lake City, Utah
*Schedule and entry subject to change. For the most up to the minute competition schedule please use the following links:
For USA Fencing Local events follow this link:
For USA Fencing Regional events (we are region 4) follow this link:
https://member.usafencing.org/search/tournaments
For USA National Events go to:
https://www.usafencing.org/national-events-calendar




