High blow: Nikita Taylor, 6, of Kyabram aims a strike at her mother Kate’s head.
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How it’s done: Instructor Graeme Orrman gives a few fencing pointers. Pictures: Megan Fisher.
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Good show: David Birrell, 8, and Zara Lakkaraju, 10, shake hands after a clean fight.
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‘‘You got me, Mum!’’: Lisa Birrell lands a good strike against son David, 8.
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Defence: Kyabram's Nikita Taylor, 8, deflects an opponent's sword.
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Blue helmet: Zara Lakkaraju, 10, from Shepparton is ready to strike.
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Amazing skills: Hanna Taylor, 11, takes a blow to the leg.
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