Fencing Class in JCCC gymnasium in 1980’s. Picture from John Dillard Facebook page.
“Instructing my fencing class at Johnson County Community College in the fall of 2015.”
John Dillard in maroon sweatshirt, picture from his Facebook page
HPER 175 Fencing (1 Hour)
Beginning foil fencing will provide the student with the fundamental rules and techniques of foil fencing. The student will utilize these skills in a fencing bout. The student will also be instructed in the rules and procedures of officiating foil fencing. 2 hrs./wk.
HPER 175
- Title: Fencing
- Number: HPER 175
- Effective Term: 2021-22
- Credit Hours: 1
- Contact Hours: 2
- Lecture Hours:
- Other Hours: 2
Description:
Beginning foil fencing will provide the student with the fundamental rules and techniques of foil fencing. The student will utilize these skills in a fencing bout. The student will also be instructed in the rules and procedures of officiating foil fencing. 2 hrs./wk.
Textbooks:
Supplies:
Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Explain basic foil concepts, skills, rules and officiating.
- Demonstrate the basics of foil under supervision of the instructor.
- Demonstrate intermediate foil maneuvers under supervision of the instructor.
- Demonstrate and explain officiating skills under supervision by the lead instructor.
- Discuss foil competitions and demonstrate the modern sport of competitive fencing during a foil bout.
Content Outline and Competencies:
I. Basic Foil concepts
A. Demonstrate the preparatory exercises.
B. Diagram the equipment used in foil.
C. Discuss and demonstrate safety issues.
D. Explain and demonstrate proper fencing attire, the weapons and equipment.
E. Demonstrate the proper grip and salute.
F. Demonstrate the “thrust to touch” maneuver.
G. Demonstrate the “thrust, advance to touch” maneuver.
II. Safety and Bladework
A. Review and demonstrate safety issues to foil activity.
B. Demonstrate the “En Garde” maneuver.
C. Demonstrate proper footwork.
D. Demonstrate the “thrust – touch” maneuver.
III. Intermediate Foot and Bladework
A. Review and demonstrate safety issues to foil activity.
B. Demonstrate the “thrust-parry-thrust” exercises.
C. Demonstrate the “parry-riposte standing” exercise.
D. Demonstrate the “parry-riposte, with lunge” exercise.
E. Demonstrate the “straight line lunge” exercise.
F. Demonstrate the “parry-riposte and straight thrust” exercise.
G. Demonstrate the “counterriposte” exercise.
H. Demonstrate and explain the “disengage” drill.
IV. Judging and Officiating
A. Discuss and explain the role of the director.
B. Discuss and explain the role of the judges.
C. Discuss and explain the rules.
D. Demonstrate officiating techniques.
V. Bouting
A. Demonstrate the core routine.
B. Demonstrate bouting.
C. Demonstrate bouting against the instructor.
Method of Evaluation and Competencies:
Methods of Evaluation of Competencies: Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:
40-60% In-class physical demonstration of competencies
20-30% Written Exams
20-30% Skill Development Tests
0-10% Projects
Total 100%
Grade Criteria:
90 – 100% = A
80 – 89% = B
70 – 79% = C
60 – 69% = D
0 – 59% = F
Caveats:
Strenuous exercise
Student Responsibilities:
Disabilities:
JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you may send an email or call Access Services at (913)469-3521. Access Services is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center (SC 202).