A fantastic experience was had by all today as we were put through our paces by Britain's top foilist Richard Kruse - currently ranked World No.4. The training session covered answers to questions such as 'how do I deal with flick hits?', and 'what do you do about an opponent who hides their attack with absence of blade?' During paired exercises, several solutions were offered to each problem given from the floor. This was followed by a free fencing session in which all parti

A fun day was had by all at the HFA Senior Team Championship. A narrow miss out on the medals, and some very close games - but taking part is what counts. Well done to Jeremy Baker, Kat Stoner, Chloe Le Grand, Tony Middleton, Jake Kirkham, Tom Hogan, Jay Laxton, Iain Middleton, George Dunmow and Nat Cowan. A great turn out from Hitchin - would be great to see more of you entering county competitions like this!