7–9 July 2026
10:00am – 5:00pm daily

We are pleased to announce that leading New Zealand coach Mary Black will be joining us in Upper Hutt and coaching alongside our very own Russell Johnson.

Mary has developed a highly successful épée club in West Auckland, catering for fencers from age 10 through to adults. Her coaching philosophy focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where fencers can develop both technically and tactically while being challenged to achieve their best.

Mary has coached athletes from beginner level through to national podium finishes and international competition. Her recent appointments include:

• Manager/Coach of the New Zealand U15/U17 Team (2025)
• Épée Coach of the New Zealand U20 Team (2025 and 2026)
• Head Épée Coach of the New Zealand U15/U17 Team (2023)

She is a registered Fencing New Zealand coach and holds the following international qualifications:

• FIE Level 3 Épée (Budapest, 2017)
• Moniteur (Level 3) Épée – United States Fencing Coaches Association (2024)
• FIE Level 1 Foil (New Zealand, 2016)

Training Camp Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdslh_ZRj7g3px1LQJ3LNk9OjVJ3EdazI1wndx-4yviZD6MPw/viewform

Please note – no Sabre at the camp.