I hope everyone had a lovely school holiday break!
Our Holiday Programme was well attended. Thank you to everyone who came along, and a big thank you to our coaches and volunteers for making it happen.
Fencing resumes on Monday 12 October, with our regular schedule starting from 6pm at Chilton St James.
You can find the full training schedule here: https://huttvalleyfencing.org/training-schedule/
As always, fencers are welcome to attend multiple training sessions.
Term 4 & Upcoming Events
Central Under 9, Under 11 & Under 13 #4 – 2026
Our next junior tournament is a great opportunity for our younger fencers to get some competition experience.
Date: Sunday 8 November 2026
Venue: Upper Hutt College, River Gym, Moonshine Road, Upper Hutt
Entries due: Friday 6 November
Eligibility: Based on age as at 1 January 2026.
We will send out the entry form soon.
President’s Cup 2026
We’re proud that the Hutt Valley will host one of the four events in the New Zealand Cup series at Upper Hutt College!
This is an open competition and a fantastic opportunity to watch some of New Zealand’s top fencers in action. Come along and see high-level fencing up close.
Dates: 14 – 15 November 2026
Venue: Upper Hutt College, River Gym, Moonshine Road, Upper Hutt
Entries due: 10pm, Wednesday 4 November
Eligibility: All competitors must be affiliated with Fencing New Zealand for 2026.
Entries and information: https://fencingcentral.org.nz/news/2026-09-22-presidents-cup-2026/
Friendly Feilding Fencing Feast
Fancy a day of fencing out of town? Head up to Feilding for the Friendly Feilding Fencing Feast!
Around two hours north of the Hutt, Feilding is hosting this friendly tournament featuring épée and sabre. It’s a great opportunity to compete, enjoy a day in the country, and make a family outing of it.
Date: Saturday 28 November 2026
Venue: Feilding High School, 1 Churcher Street, Feilding 4702
Sydney International Fencing Camp
Now in its fifth year, the Sydney International Fencing Camp is designed for foil and épée fencers, with professional development opportunities for coaches.
Running from 3–11 January, the camp will be led by Maestro Enrico Di Ciolo, leading Italian Olympic coach, and attract fencers from across the Oceanic Zone.
It’s an excellent way to kick off the new season, build fitness, refine technical skills, and bring fresh ideas and renewed enthusiasm back to your regular training.
Dates: 3–11 January 2027
Venue: Sydney Uni Sports & Aquatic Centre
Entries and information: https://susf.com.au/sydney-international-fencing-camp
Nelson Summer Development Camp
FEINT Fencing Club in Nelson is holding a four-day camp at the end of the summer school holidays.
Led by two of New Zealand’s leading coaches, Mary Black and Judit Fliszar, this camp is a great opportunity to get back into fencing shape after the Christmas break.
And for parents? It’s the perfect excuse to explore everything the Nelson region has to offer while the kids are busy fencing!
Dates: 21–24 January 2027
Venue: Garin College, 35 Champion Road, Richmond 7020, Nelson
Entries and information: https://www.sporty.co.nz/feint/fencing-camp
New Zealand Masters Games – Whanganui
IYKYK! The New Zealand Masters Games are back, and fencing is on the programme. Open to fencers aged 40 and over, this is a great opportunity to compete, reconnect with old friends, and enjoy the Masters Games atmosphere.
Dates: Saturday 13 – Sunday 14 February 2027
Venue: Whanganui High School, Te Wehi Gym, Purnell Street, Whanganui
Entries and information: https://nzmg.com/sport/fencing-2/
We look forward to seeing everyone back in the salle for Term 4. Happy fencing!
