Fencing is hard to learn, but once mastered, it can provide enjoyment and benefit for longer than most other sports. The secret of fencing is the ability to think and act immediately. Spirit and physical conditioning account for more than size and strength. Gender and age make no difference. Women can fence men; Children can fence adults; and older fencers can out match a younger, faster opponent through greater experience, strategy, and tactics.

The practice of fencing has many physical benefits, not the least of which are improved strength & flexibility and improved physical condition. Practicers of the sport can also expect to increase their speed and accuracy throughout their career, and develop a strong sense of strategy. It is this sense of constant development which attracts most practitioners to the sport.