The Art of Parrying: A Guide to Footwork
Welcome, young fencer! You've stumbled upon the most comprehensive guide to parrying in all the land. Or, at the very least, on this website.
Footwork 101: The Bare Essentials
This lesson covers the fundamental principles of footwork in fencing.
- Stance and Positioning: The foundation of any good parry
- Footwork Patterns: The waltz and the circle
- Advancing and Retreating: Because sometimes you just need to get out of there
Continue to Footwork 3: The Art of Misdirection