Event: Derry Open

Where: Thornhill College

When: 3rd & 4th October 2026

Timings are as follows. Check in closes: 

Saturday 3rd October 2026:

Sunday 4th October 2026:

Ages Allowed: Senior Event – 1929 – 2013

Requirements: BF Fencing License

Entries Close: Monday 28th September- 23:00

Double Weapon Discount available

Entries now open.

NI Fencing Limited

Annual General Meeting

7pm, Monday 21 September 2024

Online

Agenda

1. Quorum

• Co-Chairs report for the year 25/26

• Treasurer’s Report and presentation of accounts for 25/26

• Board – re-appointment of:

1. Leanne Brown
   1. Tutu Ogle
   1. James Penny (until 31 December 2026), and
   1. Barry Quigley

• Appointment of auditor

• Volunteer roles:

1. Safeguarding Officer
   1. Veterans’ Officer
   1. Fund-raising Officer
   1. DT & Referee Officer
   1. Competition volunteers

• AOB

What is it?  Clubs registered in Northern Ireland can apply to NI Fencing for up to £500 to promote and support the growth of fencing in Northern Ireland at all levels during the 2026/27 season. 

How much is available?  There is £3,000 available so, initially, we intend to award 6 grants of up to £500 each. The money must be spent by 31 March 2027.

How do we apply?  Clubs should apply by completing the application form below. Detailed guidelines for completing the form are also available below.  

When do we apply?  Applications should be submitted no later than 30 September 2026

Can any club apply?  Yes, so long as the club is registered with British Fencing and any coaches and volunteers who participate in the funded scheme also have up-to-date British Fencing registrations, safeguarding and first aid qualifications.

Any questions, please email [email protected]. 

Entries for the Westgate Team Challenge close on June 5th! Get your teams registered for the event soon!🤺

Fencing Ireland is delighted to announce a collaboration with the European Fencing Confederation to run a Mental Health and Life skills programme for our fencing community 

This course is FREE to all members of Fencing Ireland – 14 years – 23 years and our Coaches 

(Northern Ireland fencers typically need to obtain or already have an Associated licence from Fencing Ireland)

This programme is designed to retain and positively develop young athletes in fencing by highlighting the powerful role sport can play in shaping their lives. It supports fencers aged 14–23, along with their coaches, by drawing on Danish research and proven practices that focus on youth life skills and mental development within sport.

The initiative targets both young athletes and the adults responsible for guiding their sporting journey, creating a shared framework for growth, learning, and wellbeing.

For athletes, key topics include:

• Self-determination
• Self-awareness
• Time management
• Growth mindset
• Deliberate practice
• Interpersonal skills
• Values clarification

For coaches, the primary focus areas are:

• Self-Determination Theory
• The fundamental principles of sustainable training communities

Details as follows – LIMTED SPACES – EARLY BOOKING IS ADVISED 

Location – Fencing Ireland HQ, Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15

Saturday May 2nd –

Fencers – 10 – 12noon ( No fencing gear required)

Coaches – 1.30pm – 4.30pm 

Sunday May 3rd –

Fencers – 9.45  – 1.00pm – (Fencing gear required) 

We encourage everyone who is eligible to take advantage of this opportunity!

Fencers can enroll through the following form:

SIgn Up

On 8th of March we had the sixth and final round of the Northern Ireland Junior Foil Series – the premier competition for junior foil fencers – at Sullivan Upper.

The results are in!

Congratulations to all the winners.

RESULTS

Under 10 Results

Under 12 Results

Under 14 Results

Cadet Results

See you all next year!

CANCELLATION
Coach Academy Day Sat 07 March 2026
Shankill Leisure Centre

Unfortunately, next Saturday’s Coach Academy Day at Shankill Leisure Centre has been cancelled. The venue is no longer available and we plan to hold the event later this year. 

Apologies for the late notice.  

Please note the updated check-in times:

U16 10.15 for 10.30 start

U14 10.30 for 10.45 start

U12 10.45 for 11.00 start

U10 11.15 for 11.30 start

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