Getting back in the game.

[mb_welder]

To make a long story short, before I graduated high school back in the day, in grade 12 I dabbled about with the local fencing club back home in Jasper, Alberta (which has since disbanded...)

Now, 6 years down the road and with a trade backing me, I'm looking to expand my hobbies once again.

What I'm wondering is, I'm 24. How late is too late to join a fencing club as a hobby? At that, are any of the fencing clubs out there catering to a hobby mindset? I currently reside in Kelowna, BC, Canada.

Personally, for me it would be about having fun, keeping active and learning something new.

[thetortfeasor]

It's never too late. I joined my current fencing club at 24 (and unlike you, I had no previous experience with the sport). I'm far from the youngest fencer at my club.

Good luck with finding a club nearby, and have fun!

[berzerker]

Too old for Fencing?? NEVER! As you will see fencing will keep you young, active, and more life fufilled. If anything is to be a fountain of youth it will be you and all the sweat that drains from your pours upon the ground. Welcome back to the strip.

[TodG]

I'm 46 and started fencing agin last year after a 6 year hiatus. Prior to that, I fenced in college. I'm teaching beginners and my oldest student is over 60.

[Scorpius]

It's never too late, especially if it's a hobby (If you're planning on making the Olympic team you might need to start a little earlier)

[dharmaqueen]

Never ever too late!! I restarted after a 14 year hiatus last November at the age of 36! I have been competing with the young'ns since January 09 and loving every minute of it (even the crushing defeats!) It has been a wonderful hobby that has me back at college weight (if not yet college stamina or skill). Enjoy!!!