Think Amarillo’s Boring? Here’s an Unexpected Sport You’ll Love

It has been said that if you're bored in Amarillo, Texas, it's because you're not trying hard enough. While it may not seem like it at first glance, there is a lot for everyone to do here.

No matter what your hobby or interest is, there's a place for you to enjoy it in Amarillo. From pickleball to Dungeons & Dragons, we've got it all. That even includes fencing.

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What Is Fencing

Fencing is a sport that pits two competitors against each other in a sword fight. Points are scored by hitting designated points on the body. It's a fast, athletic, and strategic sport.

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Most of us are probably familiar with fencing thanks to the Olympics, which made it an official sport in 1896. It was one of the sports at the first modern Olympics held in Athens, according to the official Olympics website.

Who Can Join & What to Expect

Amarillo has fencing classes coming up for almost all ages. They begin as young as 8 and go up through adult courses. The classes will be held through Amarillo College, and instructors are pro members of USA Fencing.

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The fencing classes at Amarillo College are for all skill levels. If you start in the beginning classes, you'll learn about the sport and the basic techniques that are used. Advanced classes consist of drills, and you'll be preparing competitive skills.

How to Get Started Fencing In Amarillo

If you are looking for something new to try or learn in Amarillo, there is no shortage of options available. That even includes learning the sport of fencing.

For more information and to get started on registering, you can go online to Amarillo College's website. Classes begin in August and run through December.