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Fencing

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Fencing is an Olympic sport that covers three weapon disciplines (foil, épée, sabre) and has been described as "playing chess with a sword." It develops exceptional reaction speed and the ability to make split-second tactical decisions. In Türkiye, there is club infrastructure in the big cities.

Benefits
  • Reaction speed
  • Strategic thinking
  • Coordination
  • Discipline
  • Self-confidence
  • Concentration
Physical Development

Front

Back

Primary
Supporting
Inactive

Primary Muscles

LegsCoreShouldersArms

Supporting Muscles

BackWristsCalves

Fitness Components

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Physical Demands
Coordination
High
Endurance
Medium
Strength
Medium
Flexibility
High
Height advantage: Tall
Body type: Slim build
Development by Age
9

Up to age 9

Basic stance (en garde), first attacks and parries with the foil

12

Up to age 12

Refining technique, club sparring

15

Up to age 15

Choosing a weapon discipline, official tournaments

A Family Sports Background Helps
Fencing / Kendo: Weapon technique and tactical knowledge are passed on

Starting age

Ages 7+ (ideal: 9)

Competition age

Ages 12+

Weekly time

Beginner 2–3 hours
Intermediate 3–5 hours
Advanced 6–8 hours

Estimated monthly cost

TRY 1,500 – TRY 4,500

Equipment
Mask + Bib₺600–2,000
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Glove + Jacket₺400–1,200
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Weapon (foil/épée/sabre)₺300–1,000
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Where to Buy

Specialist sports shops near youFederation-approved retailers
Federation

Türkiye Eskrim Federasyonu

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Fencing Videos

Technique guides and training videos

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What Is Fencing? How It Works and the Rules

The three weapons of fencing (foil, épée and sabre) and the basic rules

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What Is Fencing and How Do You Do It?

An introduction to the fencing disciplines with a European champion fencer

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