New 2026 Prohibited List!
| WADA’s 2026 Prohibited List came into effect on 1 January 2026 |
Athletes should check the anti-doping status of their medications regularly, this includes every time they are prescribed a new medication, whenever their medication changes, and at the start of each year when The Prohibited List comes into effect.
Anti-Doping Information from NI Fencing
Our Role
At NI Fencing, we are committed to promoting fair and clean sport. We collaborate closely with UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) and Sport Ireland Anti-Doping, both of which follow the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) regulations.
Karen Armitage serves as the Anti-Doping Lead for NI Fencing. If you have questions or concerns about anti-doping, please feel free to contact her.
To help athletes, coaches, and parents be well-informed, we provide access to anti-doping workshops led by Sport NI. These sessions cover key topics on doping in sports and compliance with WADA regulations. Check for upcoming events here.
Your Role as an Athlete
All athletes must understand how drugs may impact their competition performance and eligibility and ensure they comply with WADA anti-doping rules.
- Senior Competitors: Any fencer competing at european or international events must have completed anti-doping training within two years of the competition and obtain a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) if required (e.g. for prescribed inhalers).
- Junior Competitors: Younger fencers and their parents are strongly encouraged to attend educational workshops to understand anti-doping regulations.
Important Reminder: Some prescribed medications and over-the-counter treatments may contain prohibited substances. Always check using the Global Drug Reference Online (GlobalDRO) to ensure you stay within the rules.
Resources for Athletes and Parents
- Prohibited Substances List: 2026 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods
- Parent & Guardian Guide: Clean Sport Essentials for Parents and Carers of Young Athletes
- Online Courses:
- Compete Clean: Athlete Anti-Doping Course
- Coach Clean eLearning (for Coaches)
If you plan to complete online training instead of attending an in-person event, please inform Karen Armitage.
By staying informed and proactive, we can all help maintain the integrity of fencing and sport as a whole.