Fencing




Course  Objectives

o       Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the care and use of equipment.
o       Familiarize themselves with proper fencing etiquette and terminology.
o       Execute the basic parries of 4 and 6
o       Execute the following attacks: thrust, lunge, beat, coupe, single and double disengage, circular attack,                   fleche, feints and the ballestra.
o       Apply learned attacks to create numerous combinations.
o       Participate in bout situation using knowledge attained through handouts and guided instruction.




Performance Indicators

o       Develop an understanding of the history and evolution of fencing.
o       Students will learn basic parries.
o       Students will learn simple and compound attacks.
o       Students will learn to score, direct and judge a fencing bout




Standards Alignment

o       Standard 1- Competency and proficiency in movement forms.
o       Standard 2- Applies movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills.
o       Standard 5- Demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity settings.
o       Standard 7- Understands that physical activity provides opportunities for enjoyment, challenge, self                         expression and social interaction.




Technology Standards Alignment

2.      Make informed choices among technology systems, resources and services,
7.      Routinely and efficiently use online formation resources to meet needs for collaboration, research,                          publication,
         communication, and productivity.
8.      Select and apply technology tools for research, information analysis, problem solving and decision making in
         content learning.
9.      Collaborate with peers, experts and others to contribute to a content related knowledge base by us                        technology to compile, synthesize, produce and disseminate information.




Student Assessment

o       Teacher observation
o       Partner evaluation
o       Student skill checklist
o       Written test
o       Mock bout
o       Station practice
o       Tournaments




Student Activities

o       Guided instruction
o       Directed practice
o       Station practice
o       Student drill work
o       Mock bouts
o       Tournaments




Mission and Student Expectations Alignment





Applied Learning Alignment






ELA Grade Span Expectations
Mathematics Grade Span Expectations



Common Core of Learning