The Fencing Journal

For Parents

23 articles in this category.

For Parents

Balancing Fencing and Studies in Singapore

Practical tips for Singapore families juggling fencing training with school demands, exams, and revision, without sacrificing either one.

15 Aug 2026

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Fencing and Hand-Eye Coordination in Children

How fencing builds hand-eye coordination, timing and fine motor control in children, and why it transfers to schoolwork, sport and everyday life.

12 Aug 2026

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Individual vs Team Sports for Kids: Where Fencing Fits

Weighing individual and team sports for your child? See how fencing blends personal accountability with a strong club community.

10 Aug 2026

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What to Expect When You Join Fencing Masters

A practical guide for new families and adult fencers on gear, drop-off and the first weeks of joining Fencing Masters in Singapore.

5 Aug 2026

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Why We Ask Parents to Drop Off (and What Your Child Gains)

Why Fencing Masters asks parents to drop off from the first paid lesson onwards, and how it helps children focus, grow and build genuine independence.

5 Aug 2026

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Fencing and Confidence in Children

Can fencing build a child's confidence? Here is what the evidence actually shows, and how progress on the piste helps kids grow more composed.

1 Aug 2026

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Fencing for Shy or High Energy Kids

See why fencing suits quiet, introverted children and high energy kids alike, building focus, confidence and control at any pace.

29 Jul 2026

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Fencing for Teenagers in Singapore

A realistic guide for parents on fencing for secondary school teens in Singapore: focus, discipline, CCA and DSA relevance, and a healthy break from screens.

28 Jul 2026

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How Fencing Builds Discipline

Fencing carries the bearing of a uniformed discipline. Here is how it builds self-control in children and adults, and what research on martial arts shows.

16 Jul 2026

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Can Fencing Help Children with ADHD?

Research suggests cognitively engaging exercise can support attention and executive function in children with ADHD. Here is how fencing fits, honestly framed.

13 Jul 2026

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Does Fencing Help in the Classroom?

What research on physical activity and academic performance suggests for a focus-heavy sport like fencing, and how to read the evidence for your child honestly.

13 Jul 2026

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What the Research Says About Fencing and Child Development

A grounded look at the peer-reviewed evidence on how sport, and fencing in particular, may support children's focus, coordination and thinking skills.

10 Jul 2026

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Fencing, Scholarships and University Admission

How fencing can strengthen DSA, portfolio and NCAA recruitment applications, honestly explained for Singapore parents and teens.

8 Jul 2026

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Is Fencing Safe for Kids? What Parents Should Know

A straight answer for Singapore parents on how safe fencing really is for children, the gear that protects them, and how good coaching keeps it that way.

6 Jul 2026

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Fencing for DSA and School Admission in Singapore

How fencing can support a Direct School Admission portfolio in Singapore, what it realistically adds, and how a CCA and competition record are built.

4 Jul 2026

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Fencing vs Swimming and Other Popular Kids' Sports

Comparing fencing with swimming, football and other popular kids' sports in Singapore to help parents choose the right CCA or enrichment activity.

3 Jul 2026

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The Benefits of Fencing for Children

Beyond the blade: how fencing builds focus, discipline, confidence and fitness in children, and why Singapore parents choose it for their kids.

30 Jun 2026

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What Happens at a Fencing Holiday Camp

A parent's walkthrough of a fencing holiday camp in Singapore: warm-ups, footwork, blade work, mini-bouts and safety, all in one active day.

28 Jun 2026

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Fencing and Screen Time: Raising Active Kids

Struggling to pull kids off screens? See why an active, mentally demanding sport like fencing can compete for a child's attention, and hold it.

27 Jun 2026

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Supporting Your Child as a Fencing Parent

Practical tips for fencing parents: how to support without pressure, what to do on competition day, and why the sport builds character.

26 Jun 2026

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What Age Can Kids Start Fencing in Singapore?

Wondering when your child can begin fencing? Here's the honest answer on starting ages, what to expect at each stage, and how to know if your child is ready.

25 Jun 2026

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How Fencing Teaches Resilience and Handling Defeat

Discover how fencing builds resilience and mental toughness in children, teaching them to handle losing with grace and grow from every bout.

24 Jun 2026

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Fencing for Homeschool Families in Singapore

Why fencing suits homeschool kids in Singapore: structure, social play, discipline and flexible daytime options for growing minds and bodies.

18 Jun 2026