Fencing Club teaches competition techniques

What do Zorro, the Three Musketeers and UCM all have in common? Fencing. Fencing is a fast athletic competition evolving from historical swordsmanship and military training. It originates from the self-defense skill of swordsmanship and can be traced back to the Renaissance Era. During the 17th century, fencing changed from a crucial self-defense system into a widely practiced martial art. UCM's fencing club began in 2002 and is currently operated by co-presidents, Dustin Walborn and Shawn Kelly. Walborn, senior English major, has been fencing for almost two years and manages Monday and Wednesday night practices in the Lovinger Gym at 6 p.m. All equipment is provided and anyone is welcome to join. The cost is absolutely free. "Fencing is full of complicated maneuvers, promotes dexterity and builds muscle reflexes," Walborn... [read full story]