Devon County Fencing Union

19/09/2026

Taking names NOW for our next open BEGINNER workshops. Email tiverton.swords at gmail .com or message Tiverton Swords Fencing Club PAGE to register your interest.

Coached sessions of fun, easy swordplay skills will be held at Castle Primary School, Bampton Street, Tiverton starting at 19.00hrs. Parking is available on site.

We provide all the kit you'll need for the beginner sessions. So you just need to wear a t-shirt, tracksuit trousers or leggings (ideally without pockets) and trainers. Bring water to drink, and be ready for a fun workout!

We ask all trainees to take up British Fencing membership for insurance purposes. Their introductory membership is a free 90-day offer. https://tinyurl.com/BF90FREE

19/09/2026

19/09/2026

Following the Cardiff 2026 Para Fencing European Championships, new wheelchair fencing frames will be available via our loan scheme.

We intend to loan frames to clubs on a long-term basis, helping them support their local communities and build more grassroots wheelchair fencing opportunities nationally.

🗓️ Apply before 28th September 2026

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.britishfencing.com/new-wheelchair-fencing-frames-loan-scheme/

19/09/2026

BF is inviting members of the fencing community to take part in a consultation on the proposed U18 Athlete Recruitment Policy and accompanying guidance.

The draft U18 Athlete Recruitment Policy has been developed to provide greater clarity around the recruitment of athletes under 18 and to support ethical, transparent and professional relationships between athletes, parents, coaches and clubs.

🔗 More info here:
https://www.britishfencing.com/u18-athlete-recruitment-policy-and-guidance/

19/09/2026

NEW VENUE! Join us at Clyst St Mary Village Hall 8pm-10pm on Thursday evenings from 17 September to 15 October.
ADDRESS: Clyst St Mary, Exeter EX5 1AA.
MAP: https://maps.app.goo.gl/u3xfM3f6vrdeZ7Bm8

SCHEDULE
💚 8pm - 9pm, Youth fencers (13+)
💚 8pm - 9:30pm, Senior & Veteran.
Épée and Sabre.

SPECIALS MENU
⚔️ Rapid 1-hit-Épée. After warm-ups etc.🤺
⚔️ Women's / Mixed Team Matches. Dates TBC. Msg to join in! Jason Ball 07719 225965.

22/08/2026

The 2026 Dart Individual Epee
(Men’s & Women’s Individual Epee)
Sunday 20 September 2026
Totnes Leisure Centre, Borough Park Road, Totnes, TQ9 5XW (Near Totnes railway station)

Open to fencers aged 13 or over on 20th September 2026 who hold a current British Fencing Compete membership.

REGIONAL RANKING!
This competition qualifies for regional ranking points for fencers who live in, or are members of fencing clubs in, the South West region.

COMPETITION FORMAT
Check-in opens 10:15am
Check-in closes 10:30am
Fencing starts 10:45am
The format may change on the day depending on the number of entries in each gender category. The expected format is one round of poules followed by a full direct elimination. Poules may be mixed if entries require it, and a mixed Plate competition will be held if time permits. Fencers may be expected to self-referee.

Free tea & coffee will be available.

 Medals will be awarded separately for each gender to the top four fencers.
 Additional medals will be presented to the best Veteran 40+ and the best Cadet U17.

MINIMUM KIT STANDARD
Fencers must comply with British Fencing guidance for size 5 Epee, including 350N jackets and breeches and 800N plastrons.https://www.britishfencing.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/BF-Safety-Guidelines-23rd-Edition-Approved-Jun-2026.pdf

REGISTRATION
Entries and queries: Please contact Josh Letten at [email protected]
 Standard fee £24.
 Early bird fee £18 for entries received & paid by 23:59 on Friday 04 September.
 Entry deadline: 23:59 on Tuesday 15 September.
Withdrawals received after the entry deadline cannot be refunded. Other withdrawals may be refunded at the organiser’s discretion.

Any surplus funds raised by this event will be split between NAFC and local wellbeing charity Stepping Stones.

22/08/2026

Tiverton Swords Fencing Club is a non-profit community club, run by a volunteer committee and open to all who wish to enjoy the Olympic sport of Fencing. Our head coach, Jason Ball, is a British Fencing registered coach, certified for all 3 weapon disciplines: Level 3 Épée, Level 3 Foil, Level 2 Sabre.

Wednesday Training Sessions
6:00pm - 7:15pm, under-13s. 
7pm - 8:30pm, under-16s. 
7:30pm - 9:30pm, seniors & veterans.

*Club Membership Benefits*
• Save money with monthly subscriptions (instead of paying per session).
• Join a supportive club environment, where we help each other make the most of the sport.
• Enjoy year-round training, with priority access to the Head Coach and 121s (as available).
• Access to loan kit and club armourer support (as available). 
• The club gets a discount from major kit suppliers and we seek to share savings with members.

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