Is the question "should I do fence or do MMA," or "should I do fencing"? That can never be know for sure... -but! There is one thing I do know- it's that you should do one of therm. You are more likely to regret never doing either than doing one of them.

Personally, I think fencing would be a pretty cool skill, you know like being able to sword fight and all. But, I also believe MMA is a more practical skill when it comes to self-defense and being able to hold your own out in the real world.

I hope that I was of assistance.

Both are sports. So if you are looking for self defense as a priority you might consider other choices.

Fencing has really solid footwork. Something that is missing in many martial arts. MMA is going to be totally dependent on the teacher and the styles they came from.

Regardless whatever you are taught listen well while being instructed then go think about what you were taught later, after the lesson. Did it make sense. Would it be logical to use to defend yourself? In other words trust then verify.

You can always start with these free online martial arts at http://www.shoushuonline.com

Yes you can fence. Just stay away from Olympic style fencing bc it does not represent swordsmanship in it's true historical terms.

I am considering a martial arts (or something) and I really don't know which to pursue

MMA is one of the other options and I am considering fencing.

is fencing worthwhile? what can I learn with fencing?