Not often does on get a chance to see a world champion take a foil lesson. Here Valentina Vezzali works with Giulio Tomassini. The YouTube critics question the nature of her lunge. I see the action as a reverse lunge that would, likely, be used as a counterattack.
Lesson with Valentina Vezzali and Giulio Tomassini – YouTube.
Facebook prefers that groups like River City Fencing use the “fan page” format. With that in mind I am transitioning from the Facebook “group” and moving our members, friends and family to this page.
This information is now a couple months old.
This is the link to River City Fencing’s Facebook site. Join in the online fun. Don’t be afraid to post interesting fencing information, photos, etc.
Good analysis on the value of forethoughtful coaching.
Stretching has become an interesting topic of conversation in the world of fencing. At River City Fencing I emphasize “dynamic stretching” over traditional static stretching. Plyometric drills, another school of thought, are far better choices for fencing in my opinion. MB
Here Ms. Gruchala describes the Italian fencer, Vezzali, as “cold blooded.”
Sylwia Gruchala: Behind the Mask – Fencing.Net : Fencing.Net.
