October 08, 2024

Celtic Sword featured on S4C

IatharDaith

Well done to Celtic Swords who have recently been featured on S4C as part of the programme Iaith ar Daith

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September 29, 2024

AGM 2024 - Directors Wanted

AGM

A total of 3 of the current elected Directors’ tenures come to an end at the AGM. These are:

  • Chair – Matt Russell
  • Secretary – Elaine Corcoran
  • Director – John Rees

In addition, 2 of the current appointed Director’s tenures come to an end. These are:

  • Tania Craig
  • Marc Burkhalter

Neither Matt nor Tania will be seeking re-election to the Board. 

If you are interested in becoming a Director or Chair, please submit your nomination.  You can find full details and the Nomination Form, here: AGM 2024

September 29, 2024

Senior 5 Nations 2024 Selection

Welsh Fencing are pleased to announce the following team selections for the Senior Five Nations event to be held in Derry/Londonderry on Saturday 16th November:

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September 24, 2024

Veteran Winton Cup 2024

Senior WInton Cup

Over the weekend of 21st/22nd September the Veteran Winton Cup was held at a rather damp Billesley Indoor Tennis Center in Birmingham – we were one of 10 regional teams vying for the title from across the UK.

Follow the link for Marc's Report

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September 06, 2024

Entries Open for Welsh Open 2024

Emergency First Aid at Work

Entries are now open for the Welsh Open 2024.

For full details, follow the link to our dedicated website: https://welshopen.cymru.

To enter the event, follow the link to Sport80:

ENTER EVENT

August 26, 2024

AGM 2024

AGM

Notice is hereby given that the 2024 AGM of Welsh Fencing will be held on 24th November 2024. It will be a hybrid meeting, details of which will be published on the Welsh Fencing website 28 days before the meeting, along with the statutory notices.

Full details can be found here:: AGM 2024

Welsh Fencing Articles

Safeguarding

We believe that the welfare of children and adults at risk is everyone’s responsibility, particularly when it comes to protecting children from abuse. Everyone in fencing – administrator, club official, coach, parent, friend, children themselves, everyone – can help.  This section details the policies, procedures and documents for Welsh Fencing.

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Anti-Doping

Anti-doping is an important part of all National Governing Body’s responsibility. British Fencing take a clear lead on many aspects, however, as the NGB here in Wales, there are some crucial actions that we ne need to take to ensure that all Welsh Fencers are aware of the responsibilities on them, and where information and support can be accessed.

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Athlete Development Programme

WF are pleased to introduce the ADP Cymru - an Athlete Development Programme focussed on the needs of Welsh fencers. We want to create a fencing organisation that the people of Wales can be proud to represent, support and aspire to be part of; creating a group that exhibits the best standards of personal character but also excels in technical, physical and tactical competence. Follow the link for more details on this programme.

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Online Shop

We have worked with a local supplier, Olorun Sports, to design a bespoke set of kit that reflects the Welsh national colours of green and red. The aim is to give all members a clearer identity as Welsh fencers.

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Welsh Events Results

NatsEngligh

Archive results for Welsh Closed Events. This includes National Championships, Team Championships and Welsh Youth Leagure Events

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Welsh Event Calendar

calendar

Details for all scheduled Welsh closed events. Most Welsh events shown here will require Welsh affiliation. Entry tends to be via Sport80.  You will also find the ADP schedule.

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Senior Five Nations

S5N

An international event for Seniors. This event runs each year (except during the Commonwealth cycle), and is hosted by each of the Home Nations in turn.

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Winton Cup

Cadet Winton

The Winton Cup is a regional event. The senior event runs in the Summer, in Nottingham; the Youth event runs in December, at Millfield.

 

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Policies

Welsh Fencing policies, including

  • Code of Conduct
  • Child Protection/Safeguarding
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Risk Management
  • Fraud Prevention
  • Privacy
  • GDPR
  • Complaints
  • Use of Equipment

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Dbs Registration

This section explains the process for applying for dbs registration, and refers off to the British Fencing instructions.

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Latest News and Team Selection

What's new in Fencing in Wales. This includes team selection announcements.

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Selection Policies

Are you eligible to fence for Wales?  That's in here.  As well as selection criteria across each of our age categories (Youth, Cadet, Junior, Senior and Veteran), and across each of the events types (Commonwealth, National and Regional).

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Coaching

Details of the coaching system and strategy.

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Governance

Everything related to Corporate Governance.  Here you will find our Articles, which define how we manage the business.  You will also find all the AGM minutes since incorporation, plus details of the upcoming AGM.

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Welsh Club Network

Here you will find details of the Club network in Wales. The details are taken from Sport80, and will give you up-to-date contact information for all clubs in Wales.

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Welsh Open

Welsh Open

The Welsh Open is a 6 Weapon event that has now been running for over 50 years.  It is still a major event on the tournament circuit, and attracts a large number of fencers.

We have a dedicated website that includes full details of the event, plus links to archive results.

Website

Urdd Partnership

urdd

Welsh Fencing are pleased to announce a new partnership with The Urdd (Urdd Gobaith Cymru). For full details, please follow the link:

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Commonwealths

The primary function of the Commonwealth Fencing Federation is to encourage the development of Fencing within Commonwealth countries and territories. Membership is open to national governing bodies of fencing in Commonwealth countries and territories.  One of the CFF's key roles is to arrange for the regular staging of Commonwealth Fencing Championships. Events are run at Senior, Cadet & Junior, and Veteran age groups. 

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Welsh Event Calendar

Welsh Open 2024
Sport Wales National Centre
09.11.2024 09:30 - 10.11.2024 17:00
[Event]
Welsh Open 2024

Full details of the Welsh Open, including the details for 2024 and archive results, can be found on our dedicated website: https://welshopen.cymru

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Date 09.11.2024 09:30 - 10.11.2024 17:00

Full details of the Welsh Open, including the details for 2024 and archive results, can be found on our dedicated website: https://welshopen.cymru

AGM 2024
24.11.2024 10:30

Notice is hereby given that the 2024 AGM of Welsh Fencing will be held on 24th November 2024. It will be a hybrid meeting, details of which will be

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Welsh Cadet Championships & BYC Qualifiers
Sport Wales National Centre
01.02.2025
[Event]
Welsh Cadet Championships & BYC Qualifiers

Entries for this event  should be submitted via the BF Sport80 portal: tbc

Current entries can be found here: tbc

Entries will close on tbc, late...

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01.02.2025

Entries for this event  should be submitted via the BF Sport80 portal: tbc

Current entries can be found here: tbc

Entries will close on tbc, late...

O'Sullivan Cup 2025
Cardiff Academy of Fencing
09.02.2025 10:30 - 16:30
[Event]
O'Sullivan Cup 2025

With a format of three single hits per bout, the action is fast and furious. It's a ‘poule unique’ so nobody gets knocked out - but you won’t know

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09.02.2025 10:30 - 16:30

With a format of three single hits per bout, the action is fast and furious. It's a ‘poule unique’ so nobody gets knocked out - but you won’t know the...

Welsh National Championships
Sport Wales National Centre
15.02.2025 09:00
[Event]
Welsh National Championships

Entries for this event  should be submitted via the BF Sport80 portal: tbc

Current entries can be found here: tbc

Entries will close on tbc; late...

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15.02.2025 09:00

Entries for this event  should be submitted via the BF Sport80 portal: tbc

Current entries can be found here: tbc

Entries will close on tbc; late...

Welsh National Team Championships
Sport Wales National Centre
16.02.2025 09:00
[Event]
Welsh National Team Championships

Entries for this event should be submitted via the BF Sport80 portal: tbc

Current entries can be found here: tbc

Entries will close on tbc; late...

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16.02.2025 09:00

Entries for this event should be submitted via the BF Sport80 portal: tbc

Current entries can be found here: tbc

Entries will close on tbc; late...

Coaching Fencing Level 2
Cardiff Academy of Fencing
08.03.2025 09:00 - 09.03.2025 17:00
[Coaching]
Coaching Fencing Level 2

The Coaching Fencing Level 2 course is based on a modular approach with a combination of theoretical and practical content. The course consists of:

  • 4
  • ...
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08.03.2025 09:00 - 09.03.2025 17:00

The Coaching Fencing Level 2 course is based on a modular approach with a combination of theoretical and practical content. The course consists of:

  • 4
  • ...
Coaching Fencing Level 2
Cardiff Academy of Fencing
15.03.2025 09:00 - 16.03.2025 17:00
[Coaching]
Coaching Fencing Level 2

The Coaching Fencing Level 2 course is based on a modular approach with a combination of theoretical and practical content. The course consists of:

4...

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15.03.2025 09:00 - 16.03.2025 17:00

The Coaching Fencing Level 2 course is based on a modular approach with a combination of theoretical and practical content. The course consists of:

4...

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