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Fencing

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What is the bell guard of a fencing sword made of?

Bell guards are made of different metals, typically steel, or aluminum.

What is the difference between a saber and an epee?

The blade of a Sabre is flat; in an épée, it is a v-shape; the guard of a Sabre is slightly rounded and extends round to the pommel, covering the knuckles; in épée, it is vaguely bell-shaped. In épée, hits can only be scored with the point of the weapon, whereas the edge can be used as well as the point in Sabre. In épée, if both fencers hit each other simultaneously, both score. In Sabre, the same system of priorities exists as in foil (if you don't know this system, sorry, but it's too complicated to explain in detail here). Finally, épée hits can be scored anywhere on the opponent's body, whereas Sabre hits on the hands and legs are invalid. This is not an exhaustive list, but it covers the main points.

What is the name for a lunge in fencing?

if you're talking about the move you do (extending your arm and thrusting forward) to hit your opponent and score a point, then it is mainly called a lunge, although the part where you thrust forward could be called a "thrust". <<nooo, reeeally?

What is the difference between the Sabre and the foil?

Sword is straight, Sabre is curved.

There are straight sabres, The main differance is a sword is Usually twin bladed (with the exception of a katana and Back-sword) a Messer or Dussack is one bladed, whilst a sabre has one full blade and about a third of back blade to assist in a lancing thrust on horseback

Can you fence with a machete?

Yes, there are several West African and South American fencing techniques that allow one to fence with the machete. If you'd like to learn more, there is a series of videos on "Youtube" that demonstrate the Hatian varaition of machete fencing.

In a compound attack can one bend the elbow to execute a feint?

yes as long as you follow your faint with an immediate other attack to enforce your attack so the ref will not call the action halt.

What does prenez garde mean?

Take Guard (French term, often used in family crests)

Prenez guarde or faites gaffe means watch out or be careful, mostly as a warning. The expression comes from the old France where people had swords and it was customary to hear "Prenez guarde" when defied by someone wiling to fight. or "Pull your sword and fight!"

Name of mat used in sword fencing?

When fencing, one does not have a "mat" underfoot. Instead, there is a strip, or a "piste". This strip is always marked out when fencing, and in official competitions will be metal and grounded so as fencers are unable to score touches by hitting the floor.

What is double touches in the sport fencing?

It's when two epee fencers hit each other at the same time.

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How does a fencer get rated?

A fencer can become rated by fencing in (if in America) USFA-certified tournaments that contain a certain amount of people in your event that may require certain rankings. The better you do in these tournaments, the higher ranking you'll get. For example: A USFA-certified event that includes at least 8 people will become an "E" Event. The winner will collect an E ranking, plus the year it is. IF it is 2009, he/she collects an E09. Also, An A4 USFA-certified event requires at least 64 fencers, with 12 A ranked fencers, 12 B or higher, and 12 C or higher. In the top 8 finishers, there must be 4 A's, and there must be 4 B's or higher in the top 12. Those who place in the top 8 get A rankings, 9-16 get B rankings, 17-24 get C rankings, 25-32 get D rankings, and 33-48 get E rankings, all of these plus the current year. Should you earn a ranking that you already have, you will renew it, getting a different year tag if necessary, and potentially adding on to your national points.

What is the sport fencing in Egypt?

In Egypt, fencing is the sport involving combat between two individuals armed with swords. In Arabic, fencing reads as مبارزة

What is a fencing ploy?

Type your answer here... Thrust

What sword should a beginner use in fencing?

It depends on the type of fencing you want to do (foil sabar or eppe) most people start out with foil but i would recomend you go to a club and try out all 3 before buying equipment. There are lots of things to buy including body cords, a mask, mask cords, a glove, a lame, a jacket ect.

In which sport will you hear the terms digs kills and aces?

You hear these terms in volleyball. An ace is when you sserve the ball and you immediately win the point I think and a dig is a way you can hit the ball. Not sure what "kills" are though.

How much does a fencing foil cost?

If bought through Leon Paul, the official fencing gear supplier of both the United States Fencing Association and British Fencing, a recommended electric foil will cost $180. However, there are many other fencing gear suppliers, and Leon Paul is known to be one of the most expensive of all of them. See related links for links to Leon Paul and other fencing gear suppliers.

What is a sword fencing warning?

Correct me if I am wrong, but I believe your are referring to the French phrase "En garde", which translates in English to "On your guard".

Where can you find fencing leagues?

Typically known as fencing clubs or centers, you can find a complete listing of all clubs registered with the United States Fencing Association at the following address:

http://www.fencing.net/fencing-clubs/