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Looking for a Unique Sport? What about Fencing?

by Terri Chadick on September 11, 2007

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A favorite pastime at my house involves Light Saber battles between my two sons.  So, imagine my boys’ excitement when they visited the Arkansas Fencing Academy’s exhibit at the AAO Family Fun Festival last weekend.  They waited patiently in line to dress in full fencing gear and participate in a fencing bout.  Needless to say they loved it. 

I was very impressed by the young fencing students from the Academy, so I asked for more information from one of the instructors.  From the materials:

Are you looking for an exciting active sport that gives your mind and body a real sweat? The Arkansas Fencing Academy offers one of the best fencing facilities in the country.  Its world class coaches will teach you to workout, compete and give you the opportunity to socialize, travel, and obtain scholarships while having a good time.

The beginner classes last 6 weeks and cost $60.  The Academy has gear to borrow for the classes.  For more information check out the Arkansas Fencing Academy website.

  • What:  Arkansas Fencing Academy
  • Where:  5131 Central Drive, Springdale, Arkansas
  • Phone:  479.872.6605
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