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  1. 11-11-2009 11:13 AM #1
    Perkypants
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    Is fencing for me?

    Hi All,

    I can't really say I'm new to fencing, it's more that I'm wondering if fencing and I are right for one another.

    I am 43, ex-hockey player, looking for a new sport. I have been watching fencing, when I clock it's on the telly, and the speed and finesse really interests me.

    Question: Am I too old? Are there clubs for new starters at my age?

    Any comment welcome.

    Thanks

    Angela
  2. 11-11-2009 11:53 AM #2
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    You are definitely not too old at 43. I started at 52 and in very poor physical condition. I'm still not in great condition, but I'm having a lot of fun and meeting a lot of great people. Besides, there's that chance to live out that Zorro fantasy.

    All kidding aside, it's a great sport with an opportunity to get a lot of physical and mental exercise. You can also compete with people of all ages and make a lot of friends.

    I hope you enjoy it mightily!
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  4. 11-11-2009 11:55 AM #4
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    Thank you

    I have found a club close to home and have got myself invited to a mixed group on Monday night.
    I can't wait, thanks for the encouragement.

    :-)
  5. 11-11-2009 04:01 PM #5
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    welcome

    you didn't mention where you live. Glad you found a club and welcome to the community. You'll love the sport.
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  6. 11-11-2009 05:52 PM #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by Perkypants View Post
    Question: Am I too old? Are there clubs for new starters at my age?
    If you haven't found out yet, there is a whole tournament classification for people our age ie 40+: "Veterans." Even if we are beginners.

    Enjoy, and good luck!
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  7. 11-12-2009 01:11 PM #7
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    Welcome to the sport, Angela. I hope you enjoy it for many years. Take care of your knees.

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  8. 11-13-2009 02:10 PM #8
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    If you have ever been at all interested in it, I think you will find that you enjoy it once you try it. I started at 45(and really out of shape) and have been doing it for a year now. Loving every minute of it. I am sure you can find beginner classes at your local salle/club or even an introductory course through your local community college. Don't worry about the shape--fencing will help with that once you get into it. Enjoy yourself and welcome to the community
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  9. 11-13-2009 03:34 PM #9
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    Just make sure that the fencing Perkypants are all white!
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    Yep. There's this wonderful game called epee where clever old farts can use pure guile to counter the speed, strength, and mobility of their younger opponents. There are plenty of 40+ guys who can hand my 21-year-old arse back to me on a platter with mashed potatoes and gravy.
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    And by "wonderful", he means "Dull. Dull. My God it's dull, it's so desperately dull and tedious and stuffy and boring and des-per-ate-ly DULL."
    Use the Shift key, people! Keyboard manufacturers everywhere are ineffably saddened when you ignore what they made just for you!
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    Well there you go--first day in the forums and perky pants is already assaulted with the classic "which weapon is better conundrum"!
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    Angela,

    In hockey did you play forward or D?

    There are tactics that will translate for you and some that won't. You can adapt a constructive or destructive game to all 3 weapon disciplines, so it's a matter of what the core group of people you'll be fencing with are doing that's going to be a main driver for you.

    Let us know how things go.

    Craig

    Quote Originally Posted by Perkypants View Post
    Hi All,

    I can't really say I'm new to fencing, it's more that I'm wondering if fencing and I are right for one another.

    I am 43, ex-hockey player, looking for a new sport. I have been watching fencing, when I clock it's on the telly, and the speed and finesse really interests me.

    Question: Am I too old? Are there clubs for new starters at my age?

    Any comment welcome.

    Thanks

    Angela
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  14. 11-14-2009 07:10 PM #14
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dread Pirate View Post
    Well there you go--first day in the forums and perky pants is already assaulted with the classic "which weapon is better conundrum"!
    But if we ever STOPPED doing that, what in the bleedin' heck would we all talk about?!?

    And it does provide fodder for some really good funny, after all.
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    Quote Originally Posted by redheaded_sabreuse View Post
    But if we ever STOPPED doing that, what in the bleedin' heck would we all talk about?!?
    Point in line. And shoes.
    Use the Shift key, people! Keyboard manufacturers everywhere are ineffably saddened when you ignore what they made just for you!
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    And it does provide fodder for some really good funny, after all.[/QUOTE]

    *doffs his mask to RH saberuse* True, so true!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Inquartata View Post
    Point in line. And shoes.
    and lexan masks
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