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Photos: Roaring Fork Fencers Club sparring for success

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Taylor Cramer

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Zoe Dillon poses in position with her sword and equipment on Friday during a Roaring Fork Fencers Club training session at the Glenwood Springs Community Art Center.
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Blades clashed and feet shuffled as the Roaring Fork Fencers Club welcomed the community to its open house Friday at the Glenwood Springs Community Arts Center. With swords in hand and masks on, fencers of all ages showed off their skills, giving spectators a glimpse into the fast-paced, strategic world of the sport.

The club, home to about 18 members, mainly draws students ages 7-18, but its adult roster is growing. Whether beginners looking to learn the ropes or competitors eyeing the podium, members train five days a week. Practices are held in Glenwood Springs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with Aspen hosting sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

From left: Coaches Greg Domaschovetz and Caitlyn Tivy stand with Roaring Fork Fencers Club members Luke Allen, Zoe Dillon and Faye VanMoorsel.
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Faye VanMoorsel gets a point on Zoe Dillon during Friday’s fencing training at the Glenwood Springs Community Art Center.
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Luke Allen studies his sword ahead of Friday’s Roaring Fork Fencers Club training session.
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Roaring Fork Fencers Club head coach Greg Domaschovetz lunges towards Luke Allen during a training session on Friday at the Glenwood Springs Community Art Center.
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Zoe Dillon puts on her helmet ahead of a training match on Friday during the Roaring Fork Fencers Club training session.
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Faye VanMoorsel and Zoe Dillon battle it out during a Roaring Fork Fencers Club training session on Friday at the Glenwood Springs Community Arts Center.
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Faye VanMoorsel puts on her fencing equipment prior to Friday’s training session at the Glenwood Springs Community Art Center.
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Luke Allen and Greg Domaschovetz battle it out on Friday at the Glenwood Springs Community Art Center.
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