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Why Fence?

Why Fencing Should Be Your New Sport. The Many Benefits of Olympic Fencing at T3.

Thinking of adding a new sport to your athletic resume? There are many physical and mental benefits to fencing at T3.  First, T3 offers athletic competition at high levels for all ages, including regional, national and international.   In fact, there are 12 Fencing Events at the Olympics.  In addition, fencing offers opportunities to develop critical thinking and build your resume.  Colleges have teams, clubs, and scholarships.   Fencing 101 – The Three Weapons (USA Fencing) Fencing 101 – Fencing for Parents https://triplethreatfencing.com/staff-2/

Olympic Fencing is Physical Chess–Improving your physical and mental fortitude.

As a work-out fencing will definitely increase your physical stamina and agility.  At the same time, fencing is also known to increase your critical thinking and quick reactions.

In addition, this is a 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.

Also, you learn skills 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.

Try something different!  Stand out college extra-curricular.

Standing out from the crowd is one of the many benefits of Olympic fencing with us.  As an international sport, 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 several other sports.  Why Fencing is the New “It” Sport

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!!!).

 

 

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So you want to learn more about trying a new sport and the benefits it offers.  The best way to do that is to come in for a FREE TRIAL class to evaluate for yourself the many benefits of Olympic fencing at T3.  https://triplethreatfencing.com/what-to-expect-at-a-trial-fencing-class/ There, you can meet current fencers and the coaches while you try it out for yourself.  Collected below, are some frequently asked questions and answers. We are always happy to talk about fencing!  Email or call/text us info@triplethreatfencing.com or 704-207-3339.

  • What background is needed to try fencing? I don’t have any gear.  I don’t have any experience. 

    You just need to have an interest in the sport! We have fencers aged 7 – 70+.  We have gear to borrow to get you started (just wear long pants and gym shoes).  We think that you’ll have fun.  It is an individual sport so your focus is on your own development in each practice.

     

  • Is Fencing even safe?  Is it weapons training?

    Fencing is one of the safest sports around! Studies show it is actually safer than badminton.  Sometimes, people hear the word “sword” and think “extreme danger.”  That is not the case!  The “swords” are “equipment” (like a baseball bat), not weapons (like in ancient times). The swords have button ends and fencers wear protective gear/face mask.  We will show you all of the safety gear when you come in.   If the swords were really sharp swords, the risk would outweigh all the mental and physical benefits that we are so keen to show you.  Not to mention, prestigious colleges would not have a brutal sport like that.  Olympic fencing is based on historical combat but now is a sport, the same is true of martial arts.  

     

  • How long does it take to get good at fencing? When do I start getting these mental and physical improvements?
    Getting good is whatever is good for you! We have new fencers of all ages and all abilities. There are people who are focused on fencing as their primary sport and people fitting fencing in as cross-training.  Conversely, we have people who are taking it up as a workout to stay in shape and people who want to learn something new to talk about or add to resumes.  Of course, it takes some time to build up stamina and technique.  But you will fence straightaway in the first class.  That said, it won’t take long to start having fun! You will work your mind and body while having fun with new friends.
  • Can I be good at this? I want to compete/I don’t want to compete. I want an impressive extra-curricular.

    Yes, you can be good at this! Yes, fencing can help build confidence and help you differentiate yourself from the crowd.  Certainly, not everyone you  know is a fencer! It is for the competitively unique athlete.  As soon as you start fencing and include it on your resume, it will help you stand out on college applications and job resumes.
    Whether you want to compete or fence recreationally, fencing can meet your needs.  Fencing is an Olympic and NCAA sport so that makes it stand out to many hopeful competitors.  We have international level coaches and mentors who have fenced competitively around the world.  On the other hand, we have fencers who train as recreational exercise.  Team – Triple Threat Fencing Academy   https://triplethreatfencing.com/staff-2/ Of course, there is a learning curve.  You won’t be able to walk in and beat nationally-rated fencers.  Like all sports, fencing will require time and effort to practice. https://triplethreatfencing.com/our-club-2/     USA Fencing | College Programs   

 

 

 

 

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