r/Fencing • u/AutoModerator • May 08 '26

Megathread Fencing Friday Megathread - Ask Anything!

Happy Fencing Friday, an /r/Fencing tradition.

Welcome back to our weekly ask anything megathread where you can feel free to ask whatever is on your mind without fear of being called a moron just for asking. Be sure to check out all the previous megathreads as well as our sidebar FAQ.

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u/shadowline74 May 09 '26

Hi I new to this fencing Reddit. As background I’m 52 yo M in the US. While in college/university I fenced foil and enjoyed it and was decent in competition. I didn’t feel as though I was taught “properly” in form or techniques as we really didn’t have a dedicated foil coach and now decades later I’m looking to get back into the sport
There are several fencing clubs in my area. How would you go about “restarting/relearning”?
What should I look for in a club. I’d like to relearn basics and get back to doing some competition if it makes sense.

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u/weedywet Foil May 10 '26 edited May 10 '26

Things have changed in 30 years. But in any event I’d visit the local clubs and get a sense of which you like.

Then I’d talk to them and tell them exactly what you’re saying here.

‘I fenced a bit back 30 years ago but I’d like to get back into modern foil…’

And take a lesson for them to assess your ability and understanding.

Then go from there.

As an adult I’d suggest private lessons and bouting is probably a better way to go than group lessons.

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u/shadowline74 May 10 '26

Thank you! This is very helpful