I’ve seen fencing in movies and on TV. Is that what real fencing is like?
The sport of fencing comes from the original use of the weapons, Foil, Epee and Sabre. Sport fencing is based on the rules of combat for that particular weapon, and how it was used in battle or to defend one’s self. Television, theatrical or stage combat is designed to entertain and support the plot of the story being told. The movements are larger, bouts and matches take longer and the true use of the weapon is exaggerated.
