# Active Aging Fencing and Sword Fighting Seniors in Australia By Howard Wu | Published 2008-08-01 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seniors-fencing-active-lifestyle References: [seniorsworldchronicle](http://www.seniorsworldchronicle.com/2008/05/australia-they-fight-off-old-age-with.html) You have to give credit where credit is due. At Melbourne, Australia’s Catholic Homes Corpus Christi, active seniors have found fencing to be a hobby that will keep them sharp both mentally and physically. Most of the participants at this particular seniors’ home are retired priests and nuns. As you can see in the picture, the use of walkers doesn’t act as a deterrent to these swordfighters. One would be hard-pressed to find the next Zorro, Robin Hood, or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle in this group, but their spirit cannot be questioned. Keep fighting! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Boomers](https://www.trendhunter.com/boomers) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Active Aging Through Fencing and Sword Fighting:** Fencing and sword fighting for seniors are a growing trend that focuses on mindfulness and physical activity. - **Fitness for Seniors:** Seniors are increasingly seeking out physical activities to maintain mental and physical health. - **Senior Hobbies That Promote Mental Health:** Senior care facilities and communities are incorporating hobbies such as fencing to promote cognitive function and overall wellness. ### Who This Affects Most - **Senior Care:** Senior care facilities and communities can incorporate new activities like fencing to promote wellness and stimulate the mind. - **Aging in Place:** Companies specializing in aging in place can offer new options for seniors such as fencing and sword fighting classes to stay active and engaged. - **Fitness and Wellness:** Fitness and wellness industries can develop programs specifically for seniors to engage in physical activities like fencing that provide health benefits and promote longevity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elderly VR Fitness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rendeverfit.md) - [Senior-Focused Defense Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bemidji-senior-center.md) - [Senior-Oriented Fitness Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-bank.md) - [Modern Aging Fitness Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boost-camp.md) - [Pro-Aging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/give-us-the-finger.md) - [Elder Athlete-Supported Serum Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/longevity-serum.md) - [Senior-Focused Exergames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ludofit.md) - [Fall Prevention Fitness Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intuition-robotics.md) - [Senior-Focused Wellness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirabelle.md)