Originally devised at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, U.K., competitive wheelchair fencing was first introduced in 1953 and has been a Paralympic sport since Rome in 1960.
Popular in Europe since its inception, the sport is now practised in 25 countries worldwide.
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Unlike able-bodied fencing, wheelchair fencing is static: the fencers wheelchairs are clamped into position on the piste using a metal frame.
Beyond this, the sport is largely similar to its able-bodied counterpart and even allows for both disabled and able-bodied fencers to compete against each other.
If you require any further information them please Email the following address:
info@plymouthfencingclub.com
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