Fencing can begin as young as seven or even six years old, and we want to encourage those littlest fencers to get the most out of the sport. Any parent will tell you that elementary school-aged kids have very different needs than middle school or high school-aged...
Academy of Fencing Masters Blog
Art of Fencing, Art of Life
Month: October 2023
Perpetual Goal
I've spent countless hours pondering the concept of setting and achieving goals, both in fencing and life in general. I've had conversations with fencers, parents, coaches, and enthusiasts about their aspirations. I've written about goal setting quite a lot on this...
How Fencers Can Combat Fuzzy Focus During Bouts
Ever had those moments when you just can’t focus? Your brain becomes fuzzy and you can’t quite concentrate on what you’re doing, leaving you frustrated and unable to do the things you want to do in the ways that you want to do them. Fencing is a sport that demands...
Fencing vs. Other Combat Sports – Which One is Right for You?
Though we as a society, in general, have moved away from coming to blows to solve our interpersonal problems the way that people used to duel in the old days, combat sports are more popular than ever. Combat sports have actually captivated people throughout history,...
Defying Boundaries: The Journey of Olympic Fencers
In a world where sports transcend borders, sometimes athletes make decisions that go beyond medals and championships. Today, we bring you an inspiring story of courage, conviction, and unity on the fencing piste. Meet Konstantin Lokhanov, a sabre fencer now training...