Faculty Syllabus

Required Materials:

Notebook for notes, journaling

Appropriate attire- Long pants and comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement.

Close-toed athletic shoes are required. Students will be provided safety items for proper fencing suiting including: weapon, fencing jacket, protective mask, chest protector, arm guard, and glove.

* Fencing Knickers are recommended, but not required (they are not provided)

Suggested Texts: (Not required)

     “The Art and Science of Fencing,” Nick Evangelista, McGrawHill, 1996. ISBN: 978-1-57028-075-7

Course Rationale:  

The purpose of this course is to learn the specific skills and/or the techniques of Fencing I. By actively participating in a fencing class, the student may gain health benefits such as increased cardiovascular endurance, improved body composition, increased flexibility, increased muscular endurance and increased muscular strength. Participating in activity classes leads to a healthier lifestyle.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will learn the history of the western sword.

2. Students will demonstrate basic footwork.

3. Students will demonstrate basic épée knowledge.

Departmental Objectives:

1. To learn the conventions, fundamentals, skills and strategies of fencing.

2. To learn how to correctly execute required skills and techniques as well as to use the weapons, equipment, and facilities safely.

3. To understand how Kinesiology relates to a healthy individual lifestyle.

Course Objectives:

To acquaint students with beginning épée fencing which involves techniques and strategies of proper footwork and bladework. The beginner will also learn the methodology of bouting along with a brief history of swords and fencing.