The Olympic fencers Ive seen on TV look like Super Athletes. Do I have to be in top physical form to fence?
A. As with any kind of intense physical activity, you want to be sure you are medically fit before undertaking such activity. If you have any doubt about your health or your ability safely to participate in fencing, please consult your doctor prior to beginning fencing lessons. However, fencing is a sport that people of varying degrees of physical ability and physical fitness can participate in. In fact, if you’re out of shape, fencing is one of the best exercises you can do to get into shape. Fencing involves all the major muscle groups of the body and is a fun way of improving cardio-vascular condition. • Q. How old do I have to be to join your club? And how old is “too old” to join? A. BFC’s minimum age is 10 years old. We have no maximum age. There are fencers in their 90’s or more, so as long as you are physically able to fence safely, you are welcome at BFC. • Q. I noticed that BFC meets at a church. Does BFC have any religious affiliation? A. No. The Butte Evangelical Free Churc
