Changes for 2025 

Some of these amendments are to the Fencing New Zealand specific rules and processes.

Nominations are sought for a Coach to accompany the team to Wuxi, China for the World Fencing Championships.

Fencing New Zealand Constitution Review: Discussion Paper

This discussion paper seeks your feedback on the Fencing New Zealand (FeNZ) Constitution Committee’s proposals to update or establish national, regional and affiliated club constitutions.

Please note that the date of this event has had to be changed.

Nominations are open for selection to the World University Games 2025. Please apply through the following Form https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/341107 if you have NOT already done an EOI.

Please use the form https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/342715 if you have paid a EOI.   Nominations close 20 February 2025.

January 2025 National Development Camp Information

Venue: Macleans College Gymnasium

Date : 18 – 21 January 

Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm

Daily Registration: Sign in daily. Doors open 9.10am  

What to Bring  

• Fencing gear including Fencing whites (jacket, breeches, glove, mask, fencing socks and shoes, chest protector, lame (as applicable) etc)
• At least 2 working weapons, body wires & mask wires/lames (as applicable) 
• Clothing for both fencing and physical activities. (Includes sports / fencing shoes)  
• Towel
• Skipping rope
• Medical kit (band aids, painkillers, strapping tape, any other things you might need)  
• Prescription medicines (as required) 

2 large drink bottles with water/sports supplements. There are limited water fountains in the area for top-ups

• Food : Snacks and lunch. You will need food that gives you energy. There are no shops close by.
• Training diary / notebook + pen 
• Showers are available

Note: A small amount of fencing clothing may be available to hire for $10 per day.

To ensure fencing gear fits it is recommended you bring your own. Fencers will not be allowed to fence in shorts for safety reasons.

Timeliness 

It is expected that fencers arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled 9.30 start time, sign in and are ready to start promptly. This includes dressed in sportswear, taped up (if required), with full drink bottles on arrival. There is no need to warm-up, that’s part of the daily programme. 

Timetable*

Fencing New Zealand (FeNZ) is on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Health and Safety Officer to join our Board. This key role is all about ensuring the safety of everyone involved in fencing activities nationwide.

Due to the change in date of the Australian Juniors (due to the date of Asian Juniors), we have had to move the NZ Juniors to April. The new date is 12th and 13th April.