Fencing

To many people, fencing means Zorro, the Three Musketeers, and Errol Flynn—all flashing swords and seemingly effortless footwork. Fencers, of course, know better […] The early maneuvers you’ll learn may not seem athletic, but take a minute to watch more advanced fencers and you’ll see that the sport is very active, with plenty of quick forward and backward motion, ducking, and leaping attacks. As a beginner, executing the slow steps over and over will leave your legs quivering and weapon arm feeling weak.

Learn more about fencing at Chelsea Piers.

Sports Center members can schedule private fencing lessons with Sports Center personal trainer and veteran fencer, Sharone Huey. Please call the Fitness Desk at 212.336.6099 to make an appointment.