
Fencing competitions
A fencing match takes place on what is called a “strip” or “piste”, about 14 metres long and 2 metres wide.

A fencing match takes place on what is called a “strip” or “piste”, about 14 metres long and 2 metres wide.

The foil and épée are thrusting weapons, while the sword can be scored using any part of the blade.

The history of fencing, i.e. the technique and art of wielding the white weapons, is very old.
Riposta Sports Club Association is the first private fencing club in Romania, founded in 2008, which currently has about 70 members and the newest training hall in the country.