Try something different! Stand out from the crowd.
Fencing is an Olympic Sport. It is a work-out. Fencing increases your physical stamina and agility. But it also works your mind.
Fencing is an individual sport that emphasizes strategy and develops self-confidence. In every bout, you learn to trust yourself to make decisions and react to your opponent. Self-assurance and independent thinking benefit all of your activities.
Fencing is an impressive extra-curricular for college applications. Many prominent colleges (including the Ivy League) have fencing teams and/or clubs. Fencing provides significant scholarship opportunities compared to many other sports.
Fencing provides an opportunity to develop your mental acuity and your physical dexterity. This makes fencing an excellent cross-training sport for many other athletic activities. Fencing emphasizes proactive thinking, strategic development, explosive energy, and cardio endurance. If you commit the time and focus, you will compete at regional and national levels.
Most importantly, make new friends! Fencers tend to be high achievers in academics and careers. Fencing encourages mental agility and logical thinking, which leads to success both on and off the fencing strip. Not to mention, you get to hit people with swords (in a safe way!!!).
