Feb
15
9:30 am09:30
Forth Valley Epee Development Events
Lots of fencing to be had, two rounds of poules. U17, U14 and U12 events.
Feb
16
6:00 pm18:00
Hot Top Call - Good communications / UNCRC
Scottish Fencing is hosting new, essential hot topic calls in the coming months. These will be short informal sessions on-line and will cover some important guidelines on keeping young people safe and how clubs can uphold young people's rights.
One topic is how to communicate with members, particularly younger fencers, safely. Are you using WhatsApp? Spond? Teamstack? if so, how are you keeping your younger members safe from issues such as bullying or inappropriate contact from adults and your coaches safe from allegations? This call is also about clubs sharing their good practice and what they have found works. Welfare Officers and anyone contacting club members regularly should attend this essential session, but is open to anyone with an interest.
The second topic is on the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child (UNCRC), which was incorporated into Scottish law in 2024. Does your club know what rights are enshrined in this convention? For example, does your club uphold the right of a child to choose the club and coach they train with? And to train at multiple clubs and with different coaches if they choose? What other practices does your club have that upholds the UNCRC? Please join these calls to learn not only how to improve your club's culture for young people and to share your club's good practice, but also how to keep your club’s practices compliant with the law. This session is essential for Welfare Officers and should be of interest to committee members as well.
Dates:
16 February 6pm - UNCRC
21 February 10am - Good communication
8 March 10am - UNCRC
10 March 6pm - Good Communication
All Welcome, sign up to hot topic calls here
Feb
21
10:00 am10:00
Hot Top Call 2 - Good communications / UNCRC
Scottish Fencing is hosting new, essential hot topic calls in the coming months. These will be short informal sessions on-line and will cover some important guidelines on keeping young people safe and how clubs can uphold young people's rights.
One topic is how to communicate with members, particularly younger fencers, safely. Are you using WhatsApp? Spond? Teamstack? if so, how are you keeping your younger members safe from issues such as bullying or inappropriate contact from adults and your coaches safe from allegations? This call is also about clubs sharing their good practice and what they have found works. Welfare Officers and anyone contacting club members regularly should attend this essential session, but is open to anyone with an interest.
The second topic is on the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child (UNCRC), which was incorporated into Scottish law in 2024. Does your club know what rights are enshrined in this convention? For example, does your club uphold the right of a child to choose the club and coach they train with? And to train at multiple clubs and with different coaches if they choose? What other practices does your club have that upholds the UNCRC? Please join these calls to learn not only how to improve your club's culture for young people and to share your club's good practice, but also how to keep your club’s practices compliant with the law. This session is essential for Welfare Officers and should be of interest to committee members as well.
Dates:
16 February 6pm - UNCRC
21 February 10am - Good communication
8 March 10am - UNCRC
10 March 6pm - Good Communication
All Welcome, sign up to hot topic calls here
Feb
22
9:15 am09:15
Youth Foil Challenge Series 2026 - Event 2
Salle Holryood are delighted to launch the Youth Foil Challenge Series which is a series of development competitions running throughout the season for Under 12, Under 14 and Under 17’s. The format may be subject to change but their intention is to run two rounds of poules – one mixed, one separate genders followed by direct eliminations – so hopefully lots of fencing. The plan is to run the Under 12s and 17s in the morning and the Under 14s in the afternoon so that fencers can compete up a level as well as in their own age category if they want to.
Salle Holyrood look forward to a providing a fun day’s fencing and to welcoming you to the their new venue.
Register for the Youth Foil Challenge Series here
Venue:
Salle Holyrood, 41 West Bowling Green Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 5NX
Dates for the 2025/26 Season:
25th January
22nd February
29th March
31st May
Age Groups:
Under 17s: Born 2009 or later (you must be at least 11 on the date of the event to take part)
Under 14s: Born 2012 or later (you must be at least 10 on the day of the event to take part)
Under 12s: Born 2014 or later (you must be at least 9 on the day of the event to take part)
Check-in Times (closing time):
The venue will open at 8.15am. Please ensure adequate time to warm up.
Under 12 & Under 17 categories: 9.15am close (planned start time 9.30am)
Under 14 categories: 1.45pm close (planned start time 2pm)
Equipment Requirements:
Under 12/14s: Max Size 3 foil (fencers can use a size 0), 350N plastrons
Under 17s: Max. Size 5 foil (fencers can use a size 3), 800N plastron.
As this is a development series we wont be enforcing lame bibs in the Under 17s so that Under 14’s can also compete.
Facilities
There are no changing facilities at the venue so please come ready to fence. There is a water dispenser for topping up your own water bottle.
We will have a refreshments stall and second hand whites (surplus club kit) will be available for sale.
There is parking available at the back of the salle as well as on-street parking in the vicinity.
Prizes
There will be medals for the Top 4 fencers in each event.
Entries
Entries per category will be capped due to the venue size therefore please ensure you enter early to avoid disappointment.
Entries will close at midnight on the Friday before the event.
Entries cost £22.50
Feb
22
10:00 am10:00
Pathways 25 - 26 session 4
Arrive 9.45 for a sharp start at 10am
Lots of learning about fencing and lots of fencing too
See you there!
Feb
28
to 1 Mar
Coach Education Feb/Mar 2026
The first Scottish Fencing coach education weekend of 2026 is taking place on Saturday 28th February 2026 & Sunday 1st March 2026
This will be held at:
Salle Ossian Fencing Club
4 Riverview Business park
Friarton Rd
Perth
PH2 8DF
The times for the weekend are as follows:
Saturday - 10am to 5pm
Sunday - 10am to 4pm
As part of this weekend, there will be some additional opportunities included for coaches. On the Saturday between 12pm & 1pm, Brent Myers from Solution Riposte will be holding a presentation over lunch for interested coaches, with pizza being provided!
Then in the afternoon on the Saturday, Gil Stenvenson will be delivering a Strength & Conditioning for Fencing Workshop to coaches between 1:15pm & 4:45pm.
The Sunday will then be a full day with our excellent tutors supporting you on your coaching journey.
This weekend will include our Level 1 assistant coach award. This course is aimed at those aged 16-18 or coaches over 18 that are just starting out.
The Level 2 coach award and level 3 coach award are available, as is attending for CPD.
The new level 1 & 2 courses have online content to complete pre and post course on the sportscotland Brightspace platform, support and assistance will be given as required.
Coaching U18s - Important information
If you are intending to work with under 18s we will not issue your certificate until you have either joined the PVG scheme through Scottish Fencing or if you are already a PVG member had a scheme udpate through Scottish Fencing. If you have a PVG membership or scheme update we will issue your certificate as soon as fees and paperwork are submitted.
Please note it is an offence for anyone to coach under18s without a PVG certificate gained through Scottish Fencing. The committee who have allowed this to happen will also be criminally liable.
If you have any questions please get in touch with Daniel Baker (Club & Community Development Manager) at Scottish Fencing using this email: daniel.baker@scottish-fencing.com
Feb
28
10:00 pm22:00
2026 BYC Regional Qualifier - Scotland East Closing date
What are the BYC Regional Qualifiers? The BYC Regional Qualifiers determine who will be invited to the British Youth Championships Finals, which run from the 2 to 4 May 2026 at the English Institute of Sport. As yet, British Fencing have not released a schedule of events.
What are the BYCs? The British Youth Championships are competitions at under 12, 14, 16 and 18 held every year in Sheffield (English Institute of Sport, S9 5DA), to identify British Champions.
Who can compete? Eligibility is through Regional Qualifying Events (RQEs) – typically, each region is invited send a minimum of 8 for each event.
What is our region and how does qualification work? Fencers who train in Edinburgh Fencing Club, Edinburgh Sabre Club, Dunedin Fencing Club, George Watsons Fencing Club, Livingston Fencing Club, Salle Holyrood, Sancroft Blades and West Lothian Fencing Club are in Scotland East (this list is not exhaustive). There will not be an actual event because running a competition is expensive (venue, referees and so on.) and there are not usually enough entrants for each event to justify a competition. Previously, regions could send a minimum of 8 fencers for each event so it’s usually automatic qualification if you enter. Should a category have more entrants than usual, we can organise an event in one of the clubs.
British Fencing impose a levy on regions for everyone who enters the qualification event, so we have to charge £12.50 entry fee even though there is no competition – British Fencing will take most or all of this! It is also possible that the BF levy will be higher, and an addition charged for qualification.
What happens if I qualify? The organiser sends the contact details of all the Scotland East qualifiers to British Fencing, and at some stage British Fencing invite the qualifiers to enter the National Finals (there is another entry fee). The event involves travel to the venue and probably a night in a hotel.
What will the event be like? It’s a huge collection of 24 competitions (boys (mixed)/girls, foil/epée/sabre, U12/U14/U16/U18), there are many entries and the standard varies from near beginner to some very experienced athletes!
What should I do if I want to take part? It’s easy! Contact Don McKenzie and pay the £12.50 entry fee then wait until British Fencing get in touch with an invitation to enter the finals on Sport80.
The closing date for entries is Midnight on Saturday 28th February.
Then you go to the event, fence your best and have fun!
Enter/Any questions? Contact Don on 07732 781464 or don.a.mckenzie@btinternet.com
Mar
8
10:00 am10:00
Hot Top Call 3 - Good communications / UNCRC
Scottish Fencing is hosting new, essential hot topic calls in the coming months. These will be short informal sessions on-line and will cover some important guidelines on keeping young people safe and how clubs can uphold young people's rights.
One topic is how to communicate with members, particularly younger fencers, safely. Are you using WhatsApp? Spond? Teamstack? if so, how are you keeping your younger members safe from issues such as bullying or inappropriate contact from adults and your coaches safe from allegations? This call is also about clubs sharing their good practice and what they have found works. Welfare Officers and anyone contacting club members regularly should attend this essential session, but is open to anyone with an interest.
The second topic is on the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child (UNCRC), which was incorporated into Scottish law in 2024. Does your club know what rights are enshrined in this convention? For example, does your club uphold the right of a child to choose the club and coach they train with? And to train at multiple clubs and with different coaches if they choose? What other practices does your club have that upholds the UNCRC? Please join these calls to learn not only how to improve your club's culture for young people and to share your club's good practice, but also how to keep your club’s practices compliant with the law. This session is essential for Welfare Officers and should be of interest to committee members as well.
Dates:
16 February 6pm - UNCRC
21 February 10am - Good communication
8 March 10am - UNCRC
10 March 6pm - Good Communication
All Welcome, sign up to hot topic calls here
Mar
10
6:00 pm18:00
Hot Top Call 4 - Good communications / UNCRC
Scottish Fencing is hosting new, essential hot topic calls in the coming months. These will be short informal sessions on-line and will cover some important guidelines on keeping young people safe and how clubs can uphold young people's rights.
One topic is how to communicate with members, particularly younger fencers, safely. Are you using WhatsApp? Spond? Teamstack? if so, how are you keeping your younger members safe from issues such as bullying or inappropriate contact from adults and your coaches safe from allegations? This call is also about clubs sharing their good practice and what they have found works. Welfare Officers and anyone contacting club members regularly should attend this essential session, but is open to anyone with an interest.
The second topic is on the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child (UNCRC), which was incorporated into Scottish law in 2024. Does your club know what rights are enshrined in this convention? For example, does your club uphold the right of a child to choose the club and coach they train with? And to train at multiple clubs and with different coaches if they choose? What other practices does your club have that upholds the UNCRC? Please join these calls to learn not only how to improve your club's culture for young people and to share your club's good practice, but also how to keep your club’s practices compliant with the law. This session is essential for Welfare Officers and should be of interest to committee members as well.
Dates:
16 February 6pm - UNCRC
21 February 10am - Good communication
8 March 10am - UNCRC
10 March 6pm - Good Communication
All Welcome, sign up to hot topic calls here
Mar
15
10:00 am10:00
Pathways 25 - 26 session 5
Arrive 9.45 for a sharp start at 10am
Lots of learning about fencing and lots of fencing too
See you there!
Mar
22
9:30 am09:30
Forth Valley Epee Development Events - 2
Lots of fencing to be had, two rounds of poules. U17, U14 and U12 events.
Entry form to follow soon
Mar
29
9:15 am09:15
Youth Foil Challenge Series 2026 - Event 3
Salle Holryood are delighted to launch the Youth Foil Challenge Series which is a series of development competitions running throughout the season for Under 12, Under 14 and Under 17’s. The format may be subject to change but their intention is to run two rounds of poules – one mixed, one separate genders followed by direct eliminations – so hopefully lots of fencing. The plan is to run the Under 12s and 17s in the morning and the Under 14s in the afternoon so that fencers can compete up a level as well as in their own age category if they want to.
Salle Holyrood look forward to providing a fun day’s fencing and to welcoming you to the their new venue.
Register for the Youth Foil Challenge Series here
Venue:
Salle Holyrood, 41 West Bowling Green Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 5NX
Dates for the 2025/26 Season:
25th January
22nd February
29th March
31st May
Age Groups:
Under 17s: Born 2009 or later (you must be at least 11 on the date of the event to take part)
Under 14s: Born 2012 or later (you must be at least 10 on the day of the event to take part)
Under 12s: Born 2014 or later (you must be at least 9 on the day of the event to take part)
Check-in Times (closing time):
The venue will open at 8.15am. Please ensure adequate time to warm up.
Under 12 & Under 17 categories: 9.15am close (planned start time 9.30am)
Under 14 categories: 1.45pm close (planned start time 2pm)
Equipment Requirements:
Under 12/14s: Max Size 3 foil (fencers can use a size 0), 350N plastrons
Under 17s: Max. Size 5 foil (fencers can use a size 3), 800N plastron.
As this is a development series we wont be enforcing lame bibs in the Under 17s so that Under 14’s can also compete.
Facilities
There are no changing facilities at the venue so please come ready to fence. There is a water dispenser for topping up your own water bottle.
We will have a refreshments stall and second hand whites (surplus club kit) will be available for sale.
There is parking available at the back of the salle as well as on-street parking in the vicinity.
Prizes
There will be medals for the Top 4 fencers in each event.
Entries
Entries per category will be capped due to the venue size therefore please ensure you enter early to avoid disappointment.
Entries will close at midnight on the Friday before the event.
Entries cost £22.50
Mar
29
10:00 am10:00
Pathways 25 - 26 session 6
Arrive 9.45 for a sharp start at 10am
Lots of learning about fencing and lots of fencing too
See you there!
Apr
11
to 12 Apr
2026 Glasgow Open
Beginners, novices and and experts all welcome
Entries for the 2026 Glasgow Open are on Sport80 here
Two rounds of poules, with both results combined to seed the direct elimination. No cuts at any stage. At the organiser's discretion, fencers eliminated in initial DE rounds can participate in a mixed secondary. Futher information to follow.
Apr
17
to 19 Apr
Salle Holyrood Fencing Camps 2026
Salle Holyrood are running an Easter Fencing Camp from Friday 17 April - Sunday 19 April 10 -4pm each day.
Places are limited and booking is through www.fencingfun.co.uk
Apr
19
9:30 am09:30
Forth Valley Epee Development Events - 3
Lots of fencing to be had, two rounds of poules. U17, U14 and U12 events.
Entry form to follow soon
May
9
to 10 May
Coach Education - May 26
Further information including the location of the training and booking form will follow shortly
Coaching U18s - Important information
If you are intending to work with under 18s we will not issue your certificate until you have either joined the PVG scheme through Scottish Fencing or if you are already a PVG member had a scheme udpate through Scottish Fencing. If you have a PVG membership or scheme update we will issue your certificate as soon as fees and paperwork are submitted.
Please note it is an offence for anyone to coach under18s without a PVG certificate gained through Scottish Fencing. The club committee who have allowed this to happen will also be criminally liable.
May
31
9:15 am09:15
Youth Foil Challenge Series 2026 - Event 4
Salle Holryood are delighted to launch the Youth Foil Challenge Series which is a series of development competitions running throughout the season for Under 12, Under 14 and Under 17’s. The format may be subject to change but their intention is to run two rounds of poules – one mixed, one separate genders followed by direct eliminations – so hopefully lots of fencing. The plan is to run the Under 12s and 17s in the morning and the Under 14s in the afternoon so that fencers can compete up a level as well as in their own age category if they want to.
Salle Holyrood look forward to providing a fun day’s fencing and to welcoming you to the their new venue.
Register for the Youth Foil Challenge Series here
Venue:
Salle Holyrood, 41 West Bowling Green Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 5NX
Dates for the 2025/26 Season:
25 January
22 February
29 March
31 May
Age Groups:
Under 17s: Born 2009 or later (you must be at least 11 on the date of the event to take part)
Under 14s: Born 2012 or later (you must be at least 10 on the day of the event to take part)
Under 12s: Born 2014 or later (you must be at least 9 on the day of the event to take part)
Check-in Times (closing time):
The venue will open at 8.15am. Please ensure adequate time to warm up.
Under 12 & Under 17 categories: 9.15am close (planned start time 9.30am)
Under 14 categories: 1.45pm close (planned start time 2pm)
Equipment Requirements:
Under 12/14s: Max Size 3 foil (fencers can use a size 0), 350N plastrons
Under 17s: Max. Size 5 foil (fencers can use a size 3), 800N plastron.
As this is a development series we won’t be enforcing lame bibs in the Under 17s so that Under 14’s can also compete.
Facilities
There are no changing facilities at the venue so please come ready to fence. There is a water dispenser for topping up your own water bottle.
We will have a refreshments stall and second hand whites (surplus club kit) will be available for sale.
There is parking available at the back of the salle as well as on-street parking in the vicinity.
Prizes
There will be medals for the Top 4 fencers in each event.
Entries
Entries per category will be capped due to the venue size therefore please ensure you enter early to avoid disappointment.
Entries will close at midnight on the Friday before the event.
Entries cost £22.50
Jun
6
12:00 am00:00
Jun
7
12:00 am00:00
Jun
19
to 22 Jun
Shetland Fencing Festival 2026
Beginners to Veterans, All skill levels welcome!
Shetland Fencing Club invite you to Shetland for a long weekend of fencing and a tour of some of Shetland’s most picturesque sights.
The Schedule
Friday 19 June: Exploring Shetland
Saturday 20 June: Epee Competition of two poules followed by DE
Followed by a home cooked meal
Sunday 21 June: Foil competition of two poules followed by DE
Monday 22 June: More exploring Shetland
For more information please contact Matthew Blance on WhatsApp: 07852 473 013 or email shetlandfencingclub@gmail.com
Travel and accommodation information is available on Shetland Fencing Club’s website.
Jun
21
9:30 am09:30
Veterans 4 Nations
The 2026 Veterans Home Nations, hosted this year by England, are provisionally on 21 June 2026 in Nottingham.
Aug
6
12:00 am00:00
Salle Holyrood 2026 International Sparring Camp
Salle Holyrood are running their Edinburgh International Summer Sparring Camp from Monday 23 to Friday 17 July 2026, 10am - 4pm each day.
Booking through Fencing Fun
Feb
7
1:00 pm13:00
Scottish Fencing Referee Education - Sabre
Scottish Fencing is hosting Sabre Referee Training on Saturday 7 February 2026 at Salle Ossian Fencing Club. This will take place from 1pm to 5pm. There is also an opportunity for anyone attending the training on the Saturday to come along to the Central Region BYC qualifier on Sunday 8 February 2026 to undertake their practical assessment.
This course is delivered by Sam McLellan, FIE Sabre and Foil referee, and member of the EFC and FIE Master Lists!
SIGN UP HERE
As part of this course as well, we are offering a hybrid option to other people from across the British fencing community. A meeting link for zoom will be sent prior to the 7 February if this option is selected.
Cost: £15 (SF Members) & £20 (Non SF Members)
On the day you will need the following:
SF/BF Membership Number
Something to take notes on
An electronic device (ideally with a camera) to take the exam on
Candidates should familiarise themselves with the FIE Technical Rulebooks and 'Article t.170, Offences and Penalties' which can be found via https://fie.org/fie/documents/rules
If you have any questions please get in touch with Daniel Baker (Club & Community Development Manager) at Scottish Fencing using this email: daniel.baker@scottish-fencing.com
SIGN UP HERE
Feb
7
to 8 Feb
Scottish Student Fencing Championships 2026
SS Fencing Individual and Beginners Championships 2025-26
Venue: [EN]gage, Edinburgh Napier
Date: 7-8th February 2026
Cost: £25 per individual (discount applied for multiple entries per person)
Entries: Please click HERE for Beginners entries
Entries: Please click HERE for Individuals entries
Entry Deadline: 12:00 on 28th January 2026
IA Approval Deadline: 12:00 on 30th January 2026
Jan
31
12:00 am00:00
Scottish Youth Event Circuit - Event 4
Fun, friendly mixed sabre competitions suitable for all levels. Age as of 1 Jan 2026. Medals for girls and boys.
You can enter this event using this link
U12s
Check in 09:00 to 09:15
Start 09:30 finish 12:30
2 round of poules, fights first to 5 hits
Direct Elimination fights to 10
Everyone gets at least 1 Direct Elimination fight.
U14s
Check in at 12:00 - 12:15
Start 12:30 finish 15:00
2 round of poules, fights first to 5 hits
Direct Elimination fights to 12
Everyone gets at least 1 Direct Elimination fight.
Jan
25
9:15 am09:15
Youth Foil Challenge Series 2026 - Event 1
Salle Holryood are delighted to launch the Youth Foil Challenge Series which is a series of development competitions running throughout the season for Under 12, Under 14 and Under 17’s. The format may be subject to change but their intention is to run two rounds of poules – one mixed, one separate genders followed by direct eliminations – so hopefully lots of fencing. The plan is to run the Under 12s and 17s in the morning and the Under 14s in the afternoon so that fencers can compete up a level as well as in their own age category if they want to.
Salle Holyrood look forward to providing a fun day’s fencing and to welcoming you to the their new venue.
Register for the Youth Foil Challenge Series here
Venue:
Salle Holyrood, 41 West Bowling Green Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 5NX
Dates for the 2025/26 Season:
25th January
22nd February
29th March
31st May
Age Groups:
Under 17s: Born 2009 or later (you must be at least 11 on the date of the event to take part)
Under 14s: Born 2012 or later (you must be at least 10 on the day of the event to take part)
Under 12s: Born 2014 or later (you must be at least 9 on the day of the event to take part)
Check-in Times (closing time):
The venue will open at 8.15am. Please ensure adequate time to warm up.
Under 12 & Under 17 categories: 9.15am close (planned start time 9.30am)
Under 14 categories: 1.45pm close (planned start time 2pm)
Equipment Requirements:
Under 12/14s: Max Size 3 foil (fencers can use a size 0), 350N plastrons
Under 17s: Max. Size 5 foil (fencers can use a size 3), 800N plastron.
As this is a development series we wont be enforcing lame bibs in the Under 17s so that Under 14’s can also compete.
Facilities
There are no changing facilities at the venue so please come ready to fence. There is a water dispenser for topping up your own water bottle.
We will have a refreshments stall and second hand whites (surplus club kit) will be available for sale.
There is parking available at the back of the salle as well as on-street parking in the vicinity.
Prizes
There will be medals for the Top 4 fencers in each event.
Entries
Entries per category will be capped due to the venue size therefore please ensure you enter early to avoid disappointment.
Entries will close at midnight on the Friday before the event.
Entries cost £22.50
Jan
20
12:00 am00:00
Scottish Fencing AGM - 2026
The Scottish Fencing AGM is on 20 January 2026 at 6.30pm via Zoom. Further details including start times and how to register will follow in the coming days.
You can find papers for the Scottish Fencing AGM here.
Jan
18
12:00 am00:00
Jan
17
12:00 am00:00
Jan
11
10:00 am10:00
Pathways 25 - 26 session3
Arrive 9.45 for a sharp start at 10am
Lots of learning about fencing and lots of fencing too
See you there!
Jan
10
to 11 Jan
Edinburgh Open 2026
Edinburgh Open welcomes novices, beginner and expert fencers.
You can enter the Edinburgh Open on Sport80 here
Check in times:
Saturday 10 January
Mixed epee: 09:00-09:30
Women's foil: 09:30-10:00
Mixed sabre: 10:00-10:30
Sunday 11 January
Mixed foil: 09:00-09:30
Women's epee: 09:30-10:00
Women's sabre: 10:00-10:30
Format
One round of poules, seeded by BF rankings. All fencers will be promoted to the direct elimination round.
We will run secondary events for all fencers knocked out in the first round of DEs (and possibly the second depending on numbers).
Second weapons
Fencers can enter a second weapon for half price only if they are on different days (for example foil and either epee or sabre). When entering the second weapon, use the discount code SECONDWEAPON to get 50% off.
Jan
2
to 5 Jan
Salle Ossian Winter Training Camp 2026
Sabre Winter Training Camp (non-residential) 2 -5 January 2026 (10 am-4 pm daily)
Perfect time of the year to work off the mince pies, squeeze back into our breeches and start preparing for upcoming competitions.
All ages and non-members welcome. (Younger fencers might find it better to do the morning sessions only)
10 am-12.30 pm Fencing fitness and tactical training.
Bring Your Own Lunch
1.30 -4 pm Structured bout practice and competition craft
Non-members and visitors always welcome.
Cost is £40 per day for non-members. No need to book. For further details, contact prof.carson@yahoo.co.uk
Dec
14
10:00 am10:00
Pathways 25 - 26
Arrive 9.45 for a sharp start at 10am
Lots of learning about fencing and lots of fencing too
See you there!
Dec
6
to 7 Dec
Coach Education
The coach education weekend will take place on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December 2025 at Forth Valley Fencing Club:
Unit 7
9 Munro Road
Stirling
FK7 7QX
You can sign up to the coach education training here
This weekend will include our new Level 1 assistant coach award. This course is aimed at those aged 16-18 or coaches over 18 that are just starting out. Under 16s are unable to receive the certificate until they are 16.
The new Level 2 course is also available.
The new courses have online content to complete pre and post course on the sportscotland Brightspace platform, support and assistance will be given as required.
When you sign up for the weekend we will also add you into a group on Basecamp so we can communicate arrangements and share any information about the weekend. It will also give you the opportunity to ask questions and interact with others that are signed up.
Level 2 candidates need to be 18 before receiving their certificate.
Coaching U18s - Important information
If you are intending to work with under 18s we will not issue your certificate until you have either joined the PVG scheme through Scottish Fencing or if you are already a PVG member had a scheme udpate through Scottish Fencing. If you have a PVG membership or scheme update we will issue your certificate as soon as fees and paperwork are submitted.
Please note it is an offence for anyone to coach under18s without a PVG certificate gained through Scottish Fencing. The committee who have allowed this to happen will also be criminally liable.
Nov
30
9:30 am09:30
Forth Valley Epee Event
Join us for an Epee only event. U12, U14 and U17 (cadets).
Two rounds of fencing poules followed by DE so lots of fencing to be had.
Enter the event the age your fencer was on 1 January 2025, if they were 11 on that date enter them into the U12 event, if they were 12 they enter the U14 event.
The organisers will publish further details on Eventbrite - keep an eye on the link opening soon
Nov
18
7:00 pm19:00
Hot Topic Call - Solution riposte
Scottish Fencing are hosting an online hot topic session to share more informaiton about the project - Solution Riposte.
This is a project that uses fencing to support women recovering from breast cancer, through using fencing. This has been delivered in France for a number of years and a project that has been supported to start in Scotland.
Solution Riposte is now an established charity being driven forward by Brent Myers (Coach - Edinburgh Fencing Club) this session will share some information about the Solution Riposte sessions currently being delivered and will be the opportunity to ask Brent questions about the project.
If you want to find out more informaiton, or are interested in exploring delivering Solution Riposte sessions at your club then this is the hot topic for you.
Sign up to this session here
Nov
16
9:30 am09:30
Scottish Youth Sabre Circuit - Event 2
Please take notice that the date of this event is now 16 November!
Forth ValleyFencing Club, Salle Ossian, Edinburgh Sabre Club and Sandcroft Blades are excited to share the inagrual event of the new Scottish Youth Sabre Circuit
Entries for Scottish Youth Sabre 2 are here
Come join us at Forth Valley Fencing Club for a thrilling day of sabre fencing on 16 November 2025 at 9:30 AM (not 2 November as previously advertised),. Get ready to showcase your skills and engage in a series of events with fellow Sabruers.
Whether you're a seasoned fencer or just starting out, this event is open to fencers of all levels. Don't miss this opportunity to hone your sabre techniques and have a great time with like-minded individuals.
Mark your calendars and prepare for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and of course, some fierce sabre duels. We can't wait to see you there!
U12, U14 and Cadets (U17).
2 Poules then DE
Check in 9.30. Fencing at 10. Finished by 2pm
Please note that you will be contacted to get Fencers names prior to the event or at check in. This is due to event limitations as we cannot use the BF Sport80 platform for ticketing.
Enter the event based on the age your fencer was on 1 January 2025. So if they were 11 that day they enter the U12 event, if they were 12 it will be the U14 event.
Nov
8
9:30 am09:30
Scottish Youth Sabre Circuit - Event 3
Forth Valley Fencing Club, Salle Ossian, Edinburgh Sabre Club and Sandcroft Blades are excited to share the inagrual event of the new Scottish Youth Sabre Circuit.
The third event in the series takes place on 8 November at Trinity Academy Sports Centre
Entries for the mixed U12 event are here
Entries for the mixed U14 event are here
Come join us at for a thrilling day of sabre fencing on 8 November, 2025 at 9:30 AM . Get ready to showcase your skills and engage in a series of events with fellow Sabruers.
Whether you're a seasoned fencer or just starting out, this event is open to fencers of all levels. Don't miss this opportunity to hone your sabre techniques and have a great time with like-minded individuals.
Mark your calendars and prepare for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and of course, some fierce sabre duels. We can't wait to see you there!
U12 and U14
2 Poules then DE
Enter the event based on the age your fencer was on 1 January 2025. So if they were 11 that day they enter the U12 event, if they were 12 it will be the U14 event.
Oct
25
to 26 Oct
Coach Education
The coach education weekend on 25/26 October 2025 will be taking place at Forth Valley Fencing Club:
You can book your place on the next coach education course here
This weekend will include our new Level 1 assistant coach award. This course is aimed at those aged 16-18 or coaches over 18 that are just starting out. Under 16s are unable to receive the certificate until they are 16.
The new Level 2 course is also available.
The new courses have online content to complete pre and post course on the sportscotland Brightspace platform, support and assistance will be given as required.
When you sign up for the weekend we will also add you into a group on Basecamp so we can communicate arrangements and share any information about the weekend. It will also give you the opportunity to ask questions and interact with others that are signed up.
Level 2 candidates need to be 18 before receiving their certificate.
Coaching U18s - Important information
If you are intending to work with under 18s we will not issue your certificate until you have either joined the PVG scheme through Scottish Fencing or if you are already a PVG member had a scheme udpate through Scottish Fencing. If you have a PVG membership or scheme update we will issue your certificate as soon as fees and paperwork are submitted.
Please note it is an offence for anyone to coach under18s without a PVG certificate gained through Scottish Fencing. The committee who have allowed this to happen will also be criminally liable.
Oct
19
9:30 am09:30
Forth Valley Autumn Youth Foil event
Join us for a Foil only event. U12, U14 and U17 (cadets).
Two rounds of fencing poules followed by DE so lots of fencing to be had.
Enter the event the age your fencer was on 1 January 2025, if they were 11 on that date enter them into the U12 event, if they were 12 they enter the U14 event.
Oct
4
9:30 am09:30
Scottish Youth Sabre Circuit - Event 1
Forth ValleyFencing Club, Salle Ossian, Edinburgh Sabre Club and Sandcroft Blades are excited to share the inagrual event of the new Scottish Youth Sabre Circuit
Entries for Scottish Youth Circuit 1 are here
Come join us at Salle Ossian Fencing Club for a thrilling day of sabre fencing on October 4, 2025 at 9:30 AM . Get ready to showcase your skills and engage in a series of events with fellow Sabruers.
Whether you're a seasoned fencer or just starting out, this event is open to fencers of all levels. Don't miss this opportunity to hone your sabre techniques and have a great time with like-minded individuals.
Mark your calendars and prepare for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and of course, some fierce sabre duels. We can't wait to see you there!
U12, U14 and Cadets (U17).
2 Poules then DE
Check in 9.30. Fencing at 10. Finished by 2pm
Please note that you will be contacted to get Fencers names prior to the event or at check in. This is due to event limitations as we cannot use the BF Sport80 platform for ticketing .
Enter the event based on the age your fencer was on 1 January 2025. So if they were 11 that day they enter the U12 event, if they were 12 it will be the U14 event.
Sept
27
to 28 Sept
The Highland Open 2025
Dates For Your Diary
In case there was any doubt the Highland Open will take place this year, at Elgin High School, Elgin, Saturday/Sunday, 27/28 September. We look forward to once again welcoming fencer friends old and new.
‘The Highland’ the most northerly ranked fencing competition in the UK is based on two rounds of poules before the DEs and secondary competitions for all events. We aim to try and make this a friendly, affordable competition and an excellent opportunity for anyone entering their first ranked open competition.
Aug
24
10:00 am10:00
2025 Edinburgh Team Challenge
This fun team event will give you the chance to dust off your kit and ease yourself in to the coming season. Entries are now open on sport80
There are three events: Mixed Team Foil, Mixed Team Sabre, and Mixed Team Epee. Each team can consist of three or four fencers (four if you want to have a reserve). For each event there will be one round of poules, with each poule consisting of at most four teams. Teams will then fence direct elimination matches. Medals will be awarded to the top three teams in each category.
The organisers also have medals for best cadet team and best veteran team in each weapon! To qualify as a cadet or veteran team, all members of the team must be cadets or veterans.
No team? No problem!
Eager to compete and don't have a team? Or you only have two people and need a third or fourth? Don't worry! Simply send an email to the organisers (mark.alvarez2@gmail.com) and they'll get you into a team as best they can.
Buying kit
There are two options for buying kit at the competition: Leon Paul Scotland are selling new kit, and there is also a second-hand kit stand. Anyone can buy or sell kit at the second-hand stand - there is no need to contact the organisers. Simply come to the event with your (washed) kit, and write a note with how much the item costs and how buyers can contact/pay you. The organisers will not facilitate payments - buyers and sellers will do this directly between themselves.
Entries close 24 August.
Aug
2
to 6 Aug
Edinburgh Foil Summer Sparring Camp 2025
Led by GB Coach, Keith Cook, join Keith and the coaching team for five days of inspirational training (Saturday - Wednesday). The camp is suitable for ages 9+ from improver to international athlete as fencers will be grouped accordingly to get the best from their sesions.
2 -6 August, 10am-4pm
Cargilfield School, Edinburgh
Full week and single days available.
Book your place via the Fencing Fun website.
Aug
2
to 6 Aug
Salle Holryood Edinburgh International Sparring Camp Summer 2025
Embark on an unforgettable fencing experience at The Edinburgh Summer Sparring Camp, exclusively for foilists and led by Salle Holyrood and GB Coach, Keith Cook with guest coaches Pawel Osmanski (Fencer’s Club London) and Chris Galesloot (Allez Fencing).
Key Details:
Venue: Cargilfield School Edinburgh 45 Gamekeeper’s Rd, Cramond, Edinburgh EH4 6HU
Dates: August Saturday 2nd – Wednesday 6th 2025
Parking: Free parking
Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Additional Options: Individual one-to-one lessons available each day before and after the camp at an extra cost of £30 per 20-minute lesson.
Groups: All Age groups welcome from 9yrs+ not suitable for complete beginners. If your not sure please email keith.salleholyrood@gmail.com
T-Shirt: T-shirt for all Fencers booked onto the full 5 day camp
Camp Highlights:
Open to all ages and skill levels (excluding absolute beginners).
International cadet (u17’s) and junior (u20’s) fencers contribute to the consistently high-quality fencing environment.
Younger fencers will be grouped based on their skill level for personalised attention and development.
Fantastic time of Year to be in Edinburgh for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Lots to do and see in this amazing city.
Structured Learning: The camp is meticulously organised to maximise your learning experience through diverse processes, providing you with invaluable skills to take back to your clubs, along with fresh ideas to enhance your fencing.
Jul
28
to 1 Aug
Forth Valley Summer Camp
Come join us at the Forth Valley Fencing Club for a week of fun and learning.
Our camp is perfect for fencers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. You'll have the chance to improve your skills, learn new techniques, and spar with fellow enthusiasts. Our experienced coaches will guide you through drills and exercises to help you become a better fencer. Whether you're looking to compete or just want to have a good time, this camp is for you!
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to hone your fencing skills in a supportive and friendly environment. Sign up now for the Forth Valley Fencing Summer Camp!
Cost £25 a day.
Jul
28
to 31 Jul
Salle Ossian Summer Training Week 3
School’s out and it’s time to enjoy the summer and may be update our technical and tactical game. At Salle Ossian we’re running four day intensive training sessions. There’s something for everyone and we’d love to open up the training to non-members from around the UK.
For primary school age children we’d encourage them to come along for the morning session only, 10am-12pm. For older competing fencers we’ll do the full day 10am-4pm. The focus this year is on the art of the second intention preparation - it doesn’t matter what our opponent does, they’re going to lose more often than not!
For more information on this training opportunity please get in touch with Salle Ossian’s head coach at prof.carson@yahoo.co.uk
Jul
12
to 13 Jul
Coach Education July 25
The coach education weekend on 12/13 July 2025 will be taking place at Salle Ossian:
This weekend will include our new Level 1 assistant coach award. This course is aimed at those aged 16-18 or coaches that are just starting out.
The new Level 2 course is also available.
The new courses have online content to complete pre and post course on the sportscotland Brightspace platform, support and assistance will be given as required.
When you sign up for the weekend we will also add you into a group on Basecamp so we can communicate arrangements and share any information about the weekend. It will also give you the opportunity to ask questions and interact with others that are signed up.
Sign up to the 12 and 13 July Coach Education using this form.
Coaching U18s - Important information
If you are intending to work with under 18s we will not issue your certificate until you have either joined the PVG scheme through Scottish Fencing or if you are already a PVG member had a scheme udpate through Scottish Fencing. If you have a PVG membership or scheme update we will issue your certificate as soon as fees and paperwork are submitted.
Please note it is an offence for anyone to coach under18s without a PVG certificate gained through Scottish Fencing. The club committee who have allowed this to happen will also be criminally liable.
Jul
7
to 10 Jul
Salle Ossian Summer Training Week 2
School’s out and it’s time to enjoy the summer and may be update our technical and tactical game. At Salle Ossian we’re running four day intensive training sessions. There’s something for everyone and we’d love to open up the training to non-members from around the UK.
For primary school age children we’d encourage them to come along for the morning session only, 10am-12pm. For older competing fencers we’ll do the full day 10am-4pm. The focus this year is on the art of the second intention preparation - it doesn’t matter what our opponent does, they’re going to lose more often than not!
For more information on this training opportunity please get in touch with Salle Ossian’s head coach at prof.carson@yahoo.co.uk
Jun
30
to 3 Jul
Salle Ossian Summer Training
This week is aimed at final preparation and sharpening up for the final event of the season to be held in Sheffield on 5 and 6 July. This is an important event as it carries lots of points forward for anyone looking for selection to GB U14, U17, U20 and senior squads.
Mornings will be focussed on exploration of the tactical game, whilst afternoons will be mini competition practice from 1pm. Come along when you can. Cost is £200 for non-members for the four days.
For more information on this training opportunity please get in touch with Salle Ossian’s head coach at prof.carson@yahoo.co.uk
Jun
29
9:00 am09:00
2025 Dundee Foil
Dundee University Fencing Club, are running a foil competition on 29 June.
It will be 4 rounds of mixed poules with the winners of each final poule crowned champions. The entry fee is a fantastic £16 per person, entries limited to 24 - so enter now.
Entries for the 2025 Dundee foil are here
Venue: Dundee University Sport and Active Health Building, Hall 1 East
There will be a bake sale in the hall and post camp Social is at Tinsmiths
Jun
27
to 29 Jun
Roberto Simeone - Epee Summer Camp 2025
Forth Valley are very pleased to announce that Maestro Roberto Simeone will be joining the club from the 27-29 of June 🤺.
He will be running a 2.5 day mini summer camp aimed at fencers aged 16+ (though younger fencers with suitable experience of fencing adults are more than welcome to attend). This extended time will allow Roberto to provide specific feedback to participants to ensure we all get the most from his experience.
The cost will be £135 for the entire 2.5 days, or £35 for just Friday, £65 per day for Sat / Sun
We are currently deciding on the exact timetable and schedule but on the Sunday we will be aiming to start at a time that will allow people to arrive via public transport. Further details will be shared over the coming days.
It has been a long time since there was an Epee training camp in Scotland so the club looks forward to welcoming Roberto back and seeing you all soon!
