Advice to a Sword-Wielding Maniac A Fun and Practical Introduction to Getting Started in the World's First "Extreme Sport"

Have fun and start fencing at any age. A practical introduction to the world's first "Extreme Sport." All you need to know about choosing a club and coach, equipment care, goal-setting, tournament tips, and many other topics. The book's small size and easy-to-read format makes it the perfect reference for home, club, or competition venue. ************ "This book covers every aspect a novice to this sport should know or be aware of." - ELIZABETH BEGUINET Former Associate Director of USA Fencing Coaches College ************ ..".a wonderful read!!" - RON KILBY Coach, referee, co-owner, Southern Oregon Fencing Center ************ "It was a pleasure, and an interesting read... well written and filled with good advice and worthwhile information. I enjoyed it immensely!" - DAN DECHAINE Member of the S.E.M.I. Commission, International Fencing Federation, long-time armorer, referee, competitor, and coach ************ ..".Very good advice and insightful and amusing adjunct material for a potential beginner up to the low intermediate fencer." - PROFESSOR PETER HARMER, PH.D., ATC. Medical Officer of USA Fencing from 2005-13 and member of the Medical Commission of the International Fencing Federation since 2000. ************ ..".A great book for all fencers and parents" RUDY VOLKMANN, Author, Big Book of Fencing