Fencing

Practising lunging

 

Recently, some Year 4 pupils went to Solent University to do fencing with a coach. Before we had to learn how to fence, we had to work on our footwork and learn the different types of swords. After that, we put on our helmets and got our épée swords (a special fencing sword). Later, we started learning how to lunge, which is an important move in this sport. In order to practise the move, we found a partner to lunge with. After practising, we had to find a partner from other schools so we could have a fencing match. During the match, we had to remember to keep our left hand out of the way because it might get injured by the swords. The matches lasted for around 10 minutes each and were scored much like an Olympic fencing match would be. It was a great day and we really enjoyed it!

Alphen and Nicholas