How To: Start fencing with an épée, foil or sabre sword (for kids)

Fencing is a fun sport and a great activity for kids to be involved in. It teaches critical thinking and improves reaction time, and this video will give you an introduction to the world of fencing, learning about the épée, foil or sabre sword and even the rapier.

Fencing is the sport of kings. From the Bronze Age until now, sword fencing has been a popular sport and skill, and is quite often popularized in modern film. It's one of the original Olympic sports, and Katrina and Sloane visit the Canadian Academy of Fencing to talk to Brily Lepine, a youth fencing instructor, about this fascinating sport that is fun, great exercise and safe to do.