Fun Fencing Session for students in years 5-6 from Portland Central School! All gear provided, warm-up, footwork and a chance to bout with your peers! Bring your muscles and your brains! Please abide by MFC's membership agreement: In consideration of the acceptance of my and/or my child/ward’s membership or participation in activities with Mountains Fencing Club Inc. (the Club): I understand that although the Club makes its best efforts to minimise any risk of personal injury, accidents do happen and all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken with the Club and I accept that risk. In the event of injury or illness during participation, where I am unable to give consent for medical treatment, I consent for myself and/or my child/ward to receive medical treatment which may be deemed necessary and to pay/reimburse costs which may be incurred in the process. I agree that I and/or my child/ward will comply with all the policies, rules, regulations, codes of conduct, conditions of membership and the constitution of the Club. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. I understand that the Club may take photographs of participants in events and/or activities, for use in promoting the Club and that, wherever practical, the Club will obtain my permission for this at the time. If I do not consent for myself and/or my child/ward to be photographed I undertake to advise the photographer/s at the time and to assist them by staying out of the shots wherever practical. Should I refuse consent for any and all photography of me and/or my child/ward, I understand that the Club will make its best efforts to ensure that no photographs of me and/or my child/ward are used by the Club.

Round 2 of the Richard Emmerick Shield 2023! NB, final schedule and live results link is here: https://www.fencingtimelive.com?t=9541  >>> Please check this link and note any time changes for events – some have been combined due to numbers (with medals to be awarded for both the events, even though they're fenced together). The schedule at the link above is the current and final schedule for the comp. Come for a day of fun and friendly Club competition! The schedule of events (all times approximate) is arranged so you can compete in multiple weapons and age divisions. U14 events are for MFC members only (your membership must be current), Senior events are open to MFC members and fencers from other clubs. Free entry for all! Age policy All competitors must be aged at least 10 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2022 (NB, with coaches' approval fencers under this age can compete, please ask one of our coaches) For U14 events, competitors must be aged under 14 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2022 For Senior events, competitors must be aged at least 13 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2022 (NB, with coaches' approval fencers under this age can compete, please ask one of our coaches) Gendered categories In this comp each age group has two gendered categories: U14 events – women and men (any entrant may enter either category, no questions asked) Senior events – women and mixed (all genders) Registration Please register by selecting a ticket for EACH event you want to compete in. Registration closes 11.59pm on Thursday 31 August 2023. No late entries are possible after registration closes. If you turn up on the day without having registered you won't be able to fence, but we'll be grateful for your help refereeing and generally helping to run the day. Equipment All fencers must wear 800N plastrons (MFC can lend these if needed), jacket and breeches must be 350N or above, and all equipment must be in safe condition. Fundraising tickets ($5, $10, $20) are also available – buy as many as you like! Each fundraising ticket comes with a complimentary club patch and all money raised will go towards covering the expenses associated with holding the competition (hall booking, medals etc), and to buying equipment. Helping out Setup is from 9.00am and anyone is welcome to come and lend a hand so we can commence the comp on time at 9.30am. All training and events at the Club are run as per the Club's COVIDSafe training plan. Please review this to ensure you comply with the requirements. --- For fencers from other clubs and independent fencers, please abide by MFC's membership agreement: In consideration of the acceptance of my and/or my child/ward’s membership or participation in activities with Mountains Fencing Club Inc. (the Club): I understand that although the Club makes its best efforts to minimise any risk of personal injury, accidents do happen and all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken with the Club and I accept that risk. In the event of injury or illness during participation, where I am unable to give consent for medical treatment, I consent for myself and/or my child/ward to receive medical treatment which may be deemed necessary and to pay/reimburse costs which may be incurred in the process. I agree that I and/or my child/ward will comply with all the policies, rules, regulations, codes of conduct, conditions of membership and the constitution of the Club. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. I understand that the Club may take photographs of participants in events and/or activities, for use in promoting the Club and that, wherever practical, the Club will obtain my permission for this at the time. If I do not consent for myself and/or my child/ward to be photographed I undertake to advise the photographer/s at the time and to assist them by staying out of the shots wherever practical. Should I refuse consent for any and all photography of me and/or my child/ward, I understand that the Club will make its best efforts to ensure that no photographs of me and/or my child/ward are used by the Club. --- Thanks to support from our State MP Trish Doyle with an Office of Sport Local Grant in 2021 and 2023, we’ve been able to run this comp using the state of the art scoring equipment which the grant provided.  Thanks to support from Katoomba and Upper Blue Mountains Community Bendigo Bank Branch, we’ve been able to buy a laptop to run the comp using the software Fencing Time.

Welcome to Start the Day with Stabbing! Tickets are free but important as numbers as limited. The session runs from 10:30 to 12:00. All adults are welcome, no prior fencing experience necessary! All fencing equipment will be provided and activities will be tailored to the participants. Bring a water bottle, sports shoes and wear clothes you're comfortable to move in.

Welcome to Start the Day with Stabbing! Tickets are free but important as numbers as limited. The session runs from 10:30 to 12:00. All adults are welcome, no prior fencing experience necessary! All fencing equipment will be provided and activities will be tailored to the participants. Bring a water bottle, sports shoes and wear clothes you're comfortable to move in.

Round 1 of the Richard Emmerick Shield 2023! NB, final schedule and live results here https://www.fencingtimelive.com?t=9057 >>> Please note time changes for some events – some events have been combined due to numbers (with medals to be awarded for both the events, even though they're fenced together). The schedule at the link above is the current and final schedule (the original schedule below is NOT CURRENT).   Come for a day of fun and friendly Club competition! The schedule of events (all times approximate) is arranged so you can compete in multiple weapons and age divisions. This comp is for MFC members only (your membership must be current). Free entry for all! Age policy All competitors must be aged at least 10 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2022 (NB, with coaches' approval fencers under this age can compete, please ask one of our coaches) For U14 events, competitors must be aged under 14 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2022 For Senior events, competitors must be aged at least 13 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2022 (NB, with coaches' approval fencers under this age can compete, please ask one of our coaches) Gendered categories In this comp each age group has two gendered categories: U14 events – women and men (any entrant may enter either category, no questions asked) Senior events – women and mixed (all genders) Registration Please register by selecting a ticket for EACH event you want to compete in. Registration closes 11.59pm on Thursday 1 June 2023. No late entries are possible after registration closes. If you turn up on the day without having registered you won't be able to fence, but we'll be grateful for your help refereeing and generally helping to run the day. Fundraising tickets ($5, $10, $20) are also available – buy as many as you like! Each fundraising ticket comes with a complimentary club patch and all money raised will go towards covering the expenses associated with holding the competition (hall booking, medals etc), and to buying equipment. Helping out Setup is from 9.00am and anyone is welcome to come and lend a hand so we can commence the comp on time at 9.30am. All training and events at the Club are run as per the Club's COVIDSafe training plan. Please review this to ensure you comply with the requirements. --- Thanks to support from our State MP Trish Doyle with an Office of Sport Local Grant in 2021 and 2023, we’ve been able to run this comp using the state of the art scoring equipment which the grant provided.  Thanks to support from Katoomba and Upper Blue Mountains Community Bendigo Bank Branch, we’ve been able to buy a laptop to run the comp using the software Fencing Time.

Have a Stab – for new and returning fencers, school year 9 to adult Two sessions: Saturday 15 and 22 April 2023, 10.30am–12.00pm Come to one, or come to both! Entry is free! Always wanted to try fencing but haven't yet given it a go? Fenced when you were younger and like to get back to it? Have friends, or kids, who fence and want to know that they're so excited about? 2023 making you feel like stabbing something (safely, of course)? Have a Stab is for you! Get to grips with the basics of fencing in a fun and friendly environment. At the end of the program you'll have all the skills you need to start training with the Club if you want to. Ages school year 9 to adult, all gear provided. Wear long pants, closed shoes and bring water.  Entry is subject to participants abiding by the Club's code of conduct and COVIDSafe training guidelines. ___ Please abide by MFC's membership agreement: In consideration of the acceptance of my and/or my child/ward’s membership or participation in activities with Mountains Fencing Club Inc. (the Club): I understand that although the Club makes its best efforts to minimise any risk of personal injury, accidents do happen and all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken with the Club and I accept that risk. In the event of injury or illness during participation, where I am unable to give consent for medical treatment, I consent for myself and/or my child/ward to receive medical treatment which may be deemed necessary and to pay/reimburse costs which may be incurred in the process. I agree that I and/or my child/ward will comply with all the policies, rules, regulations, codes of conduct, conditions of membership and the constitution of the Club. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. I understand that the Club may take photographs of participants in events and/or activities, for use in promoting the Club and that, wherever practical, the Club will obtain my permission for this at the time. If I do not consent for myself and/or my child/ward to be photographed I undertake to advise the photographer/s at the time and to assist them by staying out of the shots wherever practical. Should I refuse consent for any and all photography of me and/or my child/ward, I understand that the Club will make its best efforts to ensure that no photographs of me and/or my child/ward are used by the Club.

Round 3 of the Richard Emmerick Shield! >>> NB final schedule, including TIME CHANGES here:  https://www.fencingtimelive.com?t=7641 <<< Come for a day of fun and friendly Club competition! The schedule of events (all times approximate) is arranged so you can compete in multiple weapons and age divisions. This comp is for MFC members (your membership must be current), and is also open to fencers from other clubs and independent fencers! Free entry for all! Age policy All competitors must be aged at least 10 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 (NB, with coaches' approval fencers under this age can compete, please ask one of our coaches) For U14 events, competitors must be aged under 14 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 For Senior events, competitors must be aged at least 13 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 (NB, with coaches' approval fencers under this age can compete, please ask one of our coaches) Gendered categories In this comp each age group has two gendered categories: U14 events – women and men (any entrant may enter either category, no questions asked) Senior events – women and mixed (all genders) Registration Please register by selecting a ticket for EACH event you want to compete in. Registration closes 11.59pm on Thursday 8 December 2022. No late entries are possible after registration closes. If you turn up on the day without having registered you won't be able to fence, but we'll be grateful for your help refereeing and generally helping to run the day. Fundraising tickets ($5, $10, $20) are also available – buy as many as you like! Each fundraising ticket comes with a complimentary club patch and all money raised will go towards covering the expenses associated with holding the competition (hall booking, medals etc), and to buying equipment. Helping out Setup is from 9.00am and anyone is welcome to come and lend a hand so we can commence the comp on time at 9.30am. All training and events at the Club are run as per the Club's COVIDSafe training plan. Please review this to ensure you comply with the requirements. --- For fencers from other clubs and independent fencers, please abide by MFC's membership agreement: In consideration of the acceptance of my and/or my child/ward’s membership or participation in activities with Mountains Fencing Club Inc. (the Club): I understand that although the Club makes its best efforts to minimise any risk of personal injury, accidents do happen and all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken with the Club and I accept that risk. In the event of injury or illness during participation, where I am unable to give consent for medical treatment, I consent for myself and/or my child/ward to receive medical treatment which may be deemed necessary and to pay/reimburse costs which may be incurred in the process. I agree that I and/or my child/ward will comply with all the policies, rules, regulations, codes of conduct, conditions of membership and the constitution of the Club. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. I understand that the Club may take photographs of participants in events and/or activities, for use in promoting the Club and that, wherever practical, the Club will obtain my permission for this at the time. If I do not consent for myself and/or my child/ward to be photographed I undertake to advise the photographer/s at the time and to assist them by staying out of the shots wherever practical. Should I refuse consent for any and all photography of me and/or my child/ward, I understand that the Club will make its best efforts to ensure that no photographs of me and/or my child/ward are used by the Club. --- Thanks to support from our State MP Trish Doyle with an Office of Sport Local Grant in 2021, we’ve been able to run this comp using the state of the art scoring equipment which the grant provided.  Thanks to support from Katoomba and Upper Blue Mountains Community Bendigo Bank Branch, we’ve been able to buy a laptop to run the comp using the software Fencing Time.

Have a Stab – for new and returning adult fencers   6.00–7.00pm Tuesday 11, 18 and 25 Oct 2022   Always wanted to try fencing but haven't yet given it a go? Fenced when you were younger and like to get back to it? Have kids who fence and want to know that they're so excited about? 2022 making you feel like stabbing something (safely, of course)? Have a Stab is for you! Get to grips with the basics of fencing in a fun and friendly environment. At the end of the program you'll have all the skills you need to start training with the Club if you want to. Ages 18+, all gear provided. Wear long pants, closed shoes and bring water.  Open to current MFC members and new people! Entry by donation – free if you want! or buy an optional fundraising ticket to contribute to the cost of the hall and laundering the gear after each session. One ticket gives you entry to all three sessions. Limited to 8 places! Entry is subject to participants abiding by the Club's code of conduct and COVIDSafe training guidelines. --- New fencers, please abide by MFC's membership agreement: In consideration of the acceptance of my participation in activities with Mountains Fencing Club Inc. (the Club): I understand that although the Club makes its best efforts to minimise any risk of personal injury, accidents do happen and all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken with the Club and I accept that risk. In the event of injury or illness during participation, where I am unable to give consent for medical treatment, I consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed necessary and to pay/reimburse costs which may be incurred in the process. I agree that I will comply with all the policies, rules, regulations, codes of conduct, conditions of membership and the constitution of the Club. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. I understand that the Club may take photographs of participants in events and/or activities, for use in promoting the Club and that, wherever practical, the Club will obtain my permission for this at the time. If I do not consent to be photographed I undertake to advise the photographer/s at the time and to assist them by staying out of the shots wherever practical. Should I refuse consent for any and all photography, I understand that the Club will make its best efforts to ensure that no photographs of me are used by the Club.

Round 2 of the Richard Emmerick Shield! NB Please see updated schedule here https://www.fencingtimelive.com/?t=6863 Come for a day of fun and friendly Club competition! Schedule of events (all times approximate) is arranged so you can compete in multiple weapons and age divisions. This comp is for MFC members (your membership must be current), and is also open to fencers from other clubs and independent fencers! Free entry for all! Age policy All competitors must be aged at least 10 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 For U14 events, competitors must be aged under 14 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 For Senior events, competitors must be aged at least 13 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 Gendered categories In this comp each age group has two gendered categories: U14 events – women and men (any entrant may enter either category, no questions asked) Senior events – women and mixed (all genders) Registration Please register by selecting a ticket for EACH event you want to compete in. Registration closes 11.59pm on Thursday 15 September 2022. No late entries are possible after registration closes. If you turn up on the day without having registered you won't be able to fence, but we'll be grateful for your help refereeing and generally helping to run the day. Fundraising tickets ($5, $10, $20) are also available – buy as many as you like! Each fundraising ticket comes with a complimentary club patch and all money raised will go towards covering the expenses associated with holding the competition (hall booking, medals etc), and to buying equipment. Helping out Setup is from 9.00am and anyone is welcome to come and lend a hand so we can commence the comp on time at 9.30am. All training and events at the Club are run as per the Club's COVIDSafe training plan. Please review this to ensure you comply with the requirements. --- For fencers from other clubs and independent fencers, please abide by MFC's membership agreement: In consideration of the acceptance of my and/or my child/ward’s membership or participation in activities with Mountains Fencing Club Inc. (the Club): I understand that although the Club makes its best efforts to minimise any risk of personal injury, accidents do happen and all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken with the Club and I accept that risk. In the event of injury or illness during participation, where I am unable to give consent for medical treatment, I consent for myself and/or my child/ward to receive medical treatment which may be deemed necessary and to pay/reimburse costs which may be incurred in the process. I agree that I and/or my child/ward will comply with all the policies, rules, regulations, codes of conduct, conditions of membership and the constitution of the Club. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. I understand that the Club may take photographs of participants in events and/or activities, for use in promoting the Club and that, wherever practical, the Club will obtain my permission for this at the time. If I do not consent for myself and/or my child/ward to be photographed I undertake to advise the photographer/s at the time and to assist them by staying out of the shots wherever practical. Should I refuse consent for any and all photography of me and/or my child/ward, I understand that the Club will make its best efforts to ensure that no photographs of me and/or my child/ward are used by the Club. --- Thanks to support from our State MP Trish Doyle with an Office of Sport Local Grant in 2021, we’ve been able to run this comp using the state of the art scoring equipment which the grant provided.  Thanks to support from Katoomba and Upper Blue Mountains Community Bendigo Bank Branch, we’ve been able to buy a laptop to run the comp using the software Fencing Time.

Round 1 of the Richard Emmerick Shield! Come for a day of fun and friendly Club competition! Schedule of events (all times approximate) is arranged so you can compete in multiple weapons and age divisions. This comp is for MFC members (your membership must be current), with the Open events also open to fencers from other clubs and independent fencers! Free entry for all! Age policy All competitors must be aged at least 10 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 For U14 events, competitors must be aged under 14 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 For Open events, competitors must be aged at least 13 years at midnight on 31 Dec 2021 Gendered categories In this comp each age group has two gendered categories: U14 events – women and men (any entrant may enter either category, no questions asked) Open events – women and all genders Registration Please register by selecting a ticket for EACH event you want to compete in. Registration closes 11.59pm on Thursday 28 July 2022. No late entries are possible after registration closes. If you turn up on the day without having registered you won't be able to fence, but we'll be grateful for your help refereeing and generally helping to run the day. Fundraising tickets ($5, $10, $20) are also available – buy as many as you like! Each fundraising ticket comes with a complimentary club patch and all money raised will go towards covering the expenses associated with holding the competition (hall booking, medals etc), and to buying equipment. Helping out Setup is from 9.00am and anyone is welcome to come and lend a hand so we can commence the comp on time at 9.30am. All training and events at the Club are run as per the Club's COVIDSafe training plan. Please review this to ensure you comply with the requirements. --- For fencers from other clubs and independent fencers, please abide by MFC's membership agreement: In consideration of the acceptance of my and/or my child/ward’s membership or participation in activities with Mountains Fencing Club Inc. (the Club): I understand that although the Club makes its best efforts to minimise any risk of personal injury, accidents do happen and all physical activities carry the risk of personal injury. I acknowledge that there is an inherent risk of personal injury in physical activities that will be undertaken with the Club and I accept that risk. In the event of injury or illness during participation, where I am unable to give consent for medical treatment, I consent for myself and/or my child/ward to receive medical treatment which may be deemed necessary and to pay/reimburse costs which may be incurred in the process. I agree that I and/or my child/ward will comply with all the policies, rules, regulations, codes of conduct, conditions of membership and the constitution of the Club. I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my personal possessions and equipment during all the events and activities. I understand that the Club may take photographs of participants in events and/or activities, for use in promoting the Club and that, wherever practical, the Club will obtain my permission for this at the time. If I do not consent for myself and/or my child/ward to be photographed I undertake to advise the photographer/s at the time and to assist them by staying out of the shots wherever practical. Should I refuse consent for any and all photography of me and/or my child/ward, I understand that the Club will make its best efforts to ensure that no photographs of me and/or my child/ward are used by the Club. --- Thanks to support from our State MP Trish Doyle with an Office of Sport Local Grant in 2021, we’ve been able to run this comp using the state of the art scoring equipment which the grant provided.  Thanks to support from Katoomba and Upper Blue Mountains Community Bendigo Bank Branch, we’ve been able to buy a laptop to run the comp using the software Fencing Time.

Round 3 of the Richard Emmerick Shield! Come for a day of fun and friendly Club competition! Schedule of events (all times approximate) is arranged so you can compete in multiple weapons and age divisions. MFC members only (your membership must be current to be able to register) Age policy All competitors must be aged 10+ years at 1 January 2021 For U14 events, competitors must be aged under 14 years at 1 January 2021 For masters/veterans, competitors must be aged at least 35 years at 1 January 2021 Registration Please register by selecting a ticket for EACH event you want to compete in. Registration closes 11.59pm on Thursday 9 December 2021. No late entries are possible after registration closes. If you turn up on the day without having registered you won't be able to fence, but we'll be grateful for your help refereeing and generally helping to run the day. Fundraising tickets ($5, $10, $20) are also available – buy as many as you like! Each fundraising ticket will come with a complimentary club patch and all money raised will go towards covering the expenses associated with holding the competition (hall booking, medals etc) and to buying equipment. NB masters/veterans will be combined with the open events and medals will be awarded in both the masters/veterans and open categories. If there are insufficient entries to run separate gendered events, with the consent of the participants the events will be combined. All training and events at the Club are run as per the Club's COVIDSafe training plan. Please review this to ensure you comply with the requirements.

The current Public Health Order (23 June 2021) limits training sessions to 20 participants (in addition to coaches). Please register for this training session by selecting a ticket. All training and events at the Club are run as per the Club's COVIDSafe training plan. Please review this to ensure you comply with the requirements.