Fencing is the art of attack and defence with a sword or similar weapon. Modern fencing is a recreational and competitive sport, but its rules and techniques are derived from those originally developed for efficient swordplay in duelling. During the middle ages (5th century to 15th century) the sword was an offensive weapon used for cracking armor, and the shield was used as a defence. After gunpowder came into general use, heavy defensive armour became obsolete, and the sword became a defensive as well as an offensive weapon. In the 16th century the rapier was introduced in italy, and the art of fencing was rapidly systematized in fencing schools. A dagger in the other hand, and later a folded cloak, replaced the shield. Eventually the non sword arm was left free and held away from the sword arm to minimize the target area.
Fencing Is Part of the Olympic Sport Programme Since the First Modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896. It Is a Very Popular Sport Worldwide. Speed and Agility Are the Two Key Features of the Sport. Two Competitors Fight Swords or Weapons Called the Foil, Epee and Sabre on a Six-Feet by Forty Feet Aluminium Piste. Points Are Made Through Contact/ Touch with an Opponent, Which Is Recorded Electronically. the Target Area of Contact/ Touch Is Different for Each Weapon. There Are Both Individual and Team Competitions and a Team Comprises of Four Fencers.
Fencing, art of attack and defense with a sword or similar weapon. Modern fencing is a recreational and competitive sport.
Fencing outfits are made of tough cotton or nylon. Kevlar was added to top level uniform pieces (jacket, breeches, underarm protector, lamé, and the bib of the mask) following. Fencing outfits are made of tough cotton or nylon. Kevlar was added to top level uniform pieces (jacket, breeches, underarm protector, lamé, and the bib of the mask) following.
During the middle ages (5th century to 15th century) the sword was an offensive weapon used for cracking armor, and the shield was used as a defense. After gunpowder came into general use, heavy defensive armor became obsolete, and the sword became a defensive as well as an offensive weapon. In the 16th century the rapier was introduced in italy, and the art of fencing was rapidly systematized in fencing schools. A dagger in the other hand, and later a folded cloak, replaced the shield. In the 16th century the rapier was introduced in italy, and the art of fencing was rapidly systematized in fencing schools. A dagger in the other hand, and later a folded cloak, replaced the shield.