What is Épée Fencing?

The épée is the modern derivative of the dueling sword but it is the largest and heaviest of the three weapons used in sport fencing. Épée is French for "sword".

As a thrusting weapon the épée is similar to a foil (compared to a sabre), but has a stiffer blade which is triangular in cross-section with a V-shaped groove called a fuller, has a larger bell guard, and is heavier. The technique however, is somewhat different, as there are no rules regarding priority and right of way. In addition, the entire body is a valid target area.

Épée VS Foil Fencing

Epee and foil fencing are similar but different; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Maximizing Reach in Épée Fencing

Reach is key in Épée fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Remises & Reprises in Épée Fencing

Keep right of way with remises and reprises in epee fencing; learn attacks for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Ways to Beat in Épée Fencing

Different ways to beat in epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Angles & Flicks in Épée Fencing

Try sword flicks and angles in epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Angles of Attack & Épée Fencing

You can use the back arm in epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Counter Attacks in Épée Fencing

Master counter attacks in epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Engarde in Épée Fencing

Your engarde stance is central to epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Taking the Blade in Épée Fencing

Master taking the blade in Épée fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Épée Wepon Text

Master the beat in epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Finding Weaknesses in Épée Fencing

Find opponents' vulnerabilities in epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Angles of Attach & Épée Fencing

Angled attacks are great for epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.

Foot Attacks in Épée Fencing

Foot attacks are key in epee fencing; learn attacks and moves for epee fencing in this free fencing video.