Fencing the night away

School principal Robert McFadden instructs a student in parrying technique at fencing night class on Wed. 25, at Harmony Public School. McFadden started the class after getting back into the sport three years ago, after a 18-year hiatus from his university career.

McFadden says the sport is for all ages, where a quick mind can compensate for an opponent’s fast reflexes.

The class has a wide array of ages in attendance, and roughly a third of the adult class is female.

Classes run on Wednesday nights, beginning at 5:30 p.m. for youth, and 7:00 p.m. for teens and adults.  Those interested in attending can find out more at http://loyalistfencingclub.wordpress.com