Membership

Northern Ireland Fencing recommends that all fencers register as members of NIF in the appropriate category.  It gives added insurance cover and is also a requirement to participate in any competition or event/course in N.Ireland.

Why should I join NIF?  What do I get for my money?

Membership of Northern Ireland Fencing  helps ensure a strong and healthy lobby for your sport in your country. NIF is effectively part of the BFA, and by becoming a member you can ensure that a strong local voice can be presented at the national governing body.

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Membership Benefits and Competition Eligibility

Full

Benefits: Personal accident (cover ceases at 75) & civil liability insurance cover; the Sword magazine; right to vote at general meetings and right to vote in ballots for election of officers; attend BFA courses and obtain BFA awards.

Competition: All relevant British and International events, including County & Region events, novices championships, Winton Cup and all Open events.

Under 20

Benefits: Personal accident (cover limited for under 16) & civil liability insurance cover; the Sword magazine; attend BFA courses and obtain BFA awards.

Competition: All relevant British and International events, including County & Region events, novices championships, Winton Cup and all Open events, plus all relevant age group events at County and Region competitions, British Age Group Championships & Public School Championships including U20 Championships.

Under 13

Benefits: Personal accident (limited cover) & civil liability insurance cover; attend BFA courses and obtain BFA awards.

Competition: County & Region events, British Age Group Championships, relevant age group events and Public School Championships.

Social Member

Benefits: Personal accident (limited cover) & civil liability insurance cover.

Competition: None