N. S. Shifrin

Advice to a Sword-wielding Maniac: a Fun and Practical Introduction to Getting Started in the World's First "Extreme Sport" N. S. Shifrin 3rd edition

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