{"product_id":"fencing-9780873229722","title":"Fencing","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCovers all the essential fencing skills for foil and epee, in a progressive manner that maximizes learning. The text should serve as a good training guide for less experienced fencers and as a valuable refreence for instructors of this growing sport.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I am very impressed. This is a very good do-it-yourself book for beginners who lack the assistance of a coach. The basics are sound; the training program should improve even an experienced fencer. I am going to use a few of the training tips myself!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbrahamson Gï ¿Å“ran\u003cbr\u003eMember of the technical commission, International Fencing Federation\u003cbr\u003eVice President, Swedish Fencing Federation\u003cbr\u003eSilver and bronze world championship veteran (1997, 1998)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“A valuable manual both for the individual learning fencing and to stimulate and help coaches. Elaine Cheris draws on her experience as both a coach and Olympic competitor. The combination results in a book that will be of great service to those seriously wanting to fence.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeter Jacobs\u003cbr\u003eSecretary\/ Treasurer and member of Executive Committee of the International Fencing Federation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“A refreshing introduction to the sport and pastime of fencing. The book compares fencing with various sports and activities to help understand the exercises. It will help young instructors willing to embark on a unique form of coaching, teaching, and training. It stresses mobility of hands and feet and points to the importance of balance at all times. Generally, I would say we look at a democratization of fencing.” \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarl Schwende\u003cbr\u003eVice President of Honor and member of Executive Committee of the International Fencing Federation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep One: On Guard Stance and Mobility: Moving on the Strip\u003cbr\u003eStep Two: Hitting The Target: Determining Appropriate Distance \u003cbr\u003eStep Three: Thrust, Lunge, and Recovery: Delivering The Hit to Your Opponent\u003cbr\u003eStep Four: Engagement and Change of Engagement: Making Contact With Your Opponent\u003cbr\u003eStep Five: Parry-Riposte High Line: Turning the Tide\u003cbr\u003eStep Six: Feints, Disengages, and Beats: Taking Charge\u003cbr\u003eStep Seven: Parry-Riposte Low Line: Defending Against the Stealth Attacks\u003cbr\u003eStep Eight: Low Line Offensive Moves: Variety Adds Spice to Your Game\u003cbr\u003eStep Nine: Long-Distance Footwork: Conquering Vast Space\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRating Your Progress\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866135671127,"sku":"9780873229722","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780873229722.jpg?v=1722277213","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/fencing-9780873229722","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}