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.

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.

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.

https://www.leonpaul-scotland.co.uk/highland-open

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.

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.

Find out more and book here

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.

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

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.

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

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

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!

Tickets for the epee summer camp are here

Shetland June Fencing Weekend

A Weekend of Fencing in Shetland 14/15 June 2025

Shetland Fencing Club hold regular recreational club competions. We are making our event in June open to fencers everywhere and want to offer this event as a chance to come and visit Shetland, with help to arrange travel and accomodation, some guided tours around Shetland and a Social Night and meal on the Saturday.

• Recreational Competition - held on the Saturday or Sunday or over both days. The format and timing of the competiton are flexible and will depend on the numbers of fencers who wish to visit. The event will suit all levels of ability. It is hoped thaat events in both epee and foil will take place.

• Social Night Saturdday Night - food provided 

• Accompanied tours of Shetland 

• Sponsored Boat travel with Northlink. The club has secured discounted ferry travel. We would suggest thinking about taking a long weekend and spending more time in Shetland. Boat discount will apply to days well before and after weekend.

• Information on accomodation

We have received a lot of interest from fencers already. Due to accomodation and travel being heavily booked in summer, we ask you to consider your trip up and decide as early as you can (that is by end of Jan if possible). 

To take part, enter the rec comp and receive further information on travel, accomodation and Shetland, please email:

shetlandfencingclub@gmail.com

Further Informaton will be posted regularly here and once you have registered interest we will keep in touch with updates.

We look forward to welcoming fencers of all levels of ability to Shetland.

Celebrate the End of the School Year with the Three Weapon Challenge!

Check in times:

The hall opens at 9am both days.

Check in will start at 9am for the Sabre on Satruday and 9am for the Foil on Sunday. Epee check in on Saturday will start 11am

Start times are:

Saturday - Sabre 9.45 Epee 11.30

Sunday - 9.30 Foil

We have a new discount code for those entering three weapons, use 3WEAPONNEW at checkout.

This competition is all about having fun, trying something new, and celebrating the end of the school year with fellow fencers. It’s a great opportunity to step outside your usual weapon, challenge yourself, and go for the Three Weapon Trophies.

Whether you're new to fencing or have plenty of experience, this event is open to all levels – and we strongly encourage you to enter more than one event, even if it’s not your usual weapon. You might surprise yourself!

Come along, get involved, and enjoy a fantastic day of friendly competition and school spirit.

Planning to enter all three weapons?

We’re offering a 25% discount for fencers competing in all three weapons – just use the code 3WEAPONNEW at checkout.

Please note: The system won’t apply this discount automatically, so make sure you enter the code when entering.

Epee and Sabre are on Saturday, Foil on Sunday

NEW FOR 2025: The organisers are very excited to be hosting a ceilidh this year! This will be on Saturday evening in the Glasgow University Union and all are welcome - kids and adults, fencers and non-fencers alike! All details available at shop.glasgowopen.scot .

Check in times:
Saturday 5 April
Men’s Epee: 09:00-09:30
Men’s Sabre: 10:30-11:00
Women’s Sabre: 11:30-12:00

Sunday 6 April
Men’s Foil: 09:00-09:30
Women’s Epee: 09:30-10:00
Women’s Foil: 10:00-10:30

Our next coach education weekend takes place on 22 and 23 March at Salle Ossian, Perth.

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.

We also plan to have the new Level 2 content available as part of a pilot.

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.
We have also received support from sportscotland that will allow us to cost our coach eduaction programme in a more innovative way. If you belong to one or more of the following groups, then coach education could be free for you to complete:

• Women and girls

• Under 25

• Disability

• Rural community

• Low SIMD

If you feel you belong to one or more of the above categories then please indicate this on the sign up form (for SIMD we will check your postcode against the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation). You will then have the option to pay a discounted amount of £50 or you can pay £0 if you log 10 hours voluntary coaching within your club and local community, ideally engaging with the highlighted groups above.

If you do not belong to one of the groups above you have the option to pay £150 for the weekend or you can also choose to log 10 hours voluntary coaching ideally with the groups above and pay a discounted rate of £50.

To sign up please complete the registration form

Scottish Student Fencing have written a handy guide for both events. You can find the guide SS beginners and individual competitions guide here.

SS Fencing Beginners Championships 24/25

Dates: Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 February 2025

Eligibility: Student must only have been fencing since September 2023 or more recently

Entry Cost: £25 for one weapon, £37.50 for two, £50 for three and £62.50 for four (max. of 4 events per fencer)*

How to Enter: Sign up as a member of the ‘Scottish Student Fencing 24/25’ community on SSS Playwaze and enter the Beginners event here

Entry Deadline: 23:59 on 05/02/25

 SS Fencing Individuals Championships 24/25

Dates: Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 February 2025

Entry Cost: £25 for one weapon, £37.50 for two, £50 for three and £62.50 for four (max. of 4 events per fencer)*

How to Enter: Sign up as a member of the ‘Scottish Student Fencing 24/25’ community on SSS Playwaze and enter the Individuals event here

Entry Deadline: 23:59 on 05/02/25

 * = Please note that your entry via SSS Playwaze will not take payment at the time of entry, and payment will instead be deferred to your institution. This is so we can apply the relevant discounts for fencers that would like to fence multiple weapons across the course of the weekend