Introduction to the Sport of Fencing - Lottery
Lifelong Learning | Available (Membership Required)
Learn the fun and challenging Olympic sport of fencing in an introductory setting.
The introductory level instruction establishes & builds fundamental skills while incorporating exercise needed for recreational fencing while learning and having fun. Each class will consist of stretching, conditioning, technical instruction, and practice bouts by the end of the course. Students should expect to be of a moderate physical fitness and balance level before starting the course.
Note: All essential fencing equipment will be provided by the instructors. Students will be required to wear comfortable pants, athletic shoes, and are encouraged to bring an appropriately sized full fingered glove which will protect the hand and wrist (a gardening glove or supple leather glove usually work well). Please note: shorts or jeans are discouraged.
We will use a lottery to select the participants for this class. We will notify selected participants either way by May 19.
Michael Opferman
Michael Opferman (Opie) has spent his career in federal law enforcement. He focused on immigration, customs, criminal fraud, human smuggling and trafficking, among others. He is currently an adjunct professor for La Roche’s Criminal Justice Department. In his spare time, he teaches Olympic line fencing, chess, and defensive tactics. He is also an amateur photographer.