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Start 2026 with Something Different – Fencing

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Join Hutt Valley Fencing Club – First Session 2 February, 6pm

Looking for a sport that builds confidence, focus, and fitness – while also being genuinely fun and welcoming? The Hutt Valley Fencing Club is kicking off its 2026 season on Monday 2 February at 6pm at Chilton St James, Lower Hutt, and new members of all ages are warmly invited.

Upper Hutt sessions start Saturday 7th February at 10am at Upper Hutt College. New fencers are welcome to attend one or both sessions.

Whether you are completely new to fencing or returning after a break, this first session is the perfect time to step onto the piste and see what makes fencing such a special sport.

A Sport That Builds More Than Fitness

Fencing is often described as “physical chess”. It develops:

  • Balance, speed, and coordination
  • Focus and decision-making under pressure
  • Respect, discipline, and self-confidence

For young people in particular, fencing teaches resilience- how to handle both winning and losing, how to stay calm under stress, and how to keep improving through effort and practice.

For adults, it offers a unique mix of mental challenge and physical workout, without the heavy impact of many other sports.

A Club That Welcomes Everyone

Hutt Valley Fencing Club has built its reputation on being:

  • Friendly and inclusive
  • Well organised and safe
  • Supportive of beginners and experienced fencers alike

You do not need to have fenced before, and you do not need any special equipment to get started. The club provides everything you need for your first sessions, including protective gear and swords.

Families are welcome, and many parents tell us that fencing is one of the few sports where children and adults can train side-by-side and enjoy it together.

Quality Coaching and Clear Pathways

Our coaching team brings decades of experience in developing fencers from their very first lesson through to national and international competition. More importantly, we believe in helping every fencer, whether competitive or recreational, become the best version of themselves.

You can fence simply for enjoyment and fitness, or, if you choose, follow clear pathways into competitions, school events, and regional and national tournaments.

First Session Details

Date: Monday 2 February
Time: 6:00 pm
Venue: Chilton St James, Lower Hutt

Date: Saturday 7 February
Time: 10:00 am
Venue: Upper Hutt College, Upper Hutt

Wear comfortable sports clothing and sneakers. Everything else will be provided.

Learn to Fence Holiday Programme April 2026

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We are pleased to announce a holiday programme for budding fencers over the school holidays is coming to Upper Hutt this coming April. It is a great chance for friends and family members to try out a new sport over the holidays or to have a bit of fun while school is out. At the end of the second session there will be a mini tournament and participants can try out electric fencing, just like at the Olympics.

Our last holiday programme booked out quickly so get in early to avoid disappointment.

Current fencers are also welcome. We are also encouraging school based groups who are looking to build school representative teams.

This holiday programme is suited for future fencers 7 and up. No experience required. All fencing equipment is provided for a safe and fun time.

Join us April 15 and 16 2026, 9am to 12 noon at Upper Hutt College for an exciting program.

Register before April 7th and it is just $90 for both days – $100 after April 7th or on the day.

Family discount: $10 per additional child e.g. $90 + $80 + $80 for 3 kids.

This is a great chance for kids who don’t enjoy team sports to give something new a go. Fencing is a wonderful way to improve fitness, build resilience and make new friends.

Please fill out form to enrol:

Enrolment Form

Date and Times

15 and 16 April 20269am – 12 noon

Key Details

  • Bring a drink bottle and a snack for morning tea
  • Bring a towel
  • Wear track pants (not jeans or shorts)
  • Wear closed shoes (sneakers if possible)

Hutt Valley Fencing Club Holiday Programme January 2026

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All places now full!

We are pleased to announce a holiday programme for beginner fencers over the school holidays. It is a great chance for friends and family members to try out a new sport over the holidays. At the end of the second session there will be a mini tournament and participants can try out electric fencing, just like at the Olympics.

Our last holiday programme booked out quickly so get in early to avoid disappointment.

Current fencers are also welcome. We are also encouraging school based groups who are looking to build school representative teams.

This holiday programme is suited for future fencers 7 and up. No experience required. All fencing equipment is provided for a safe and fun time.

Join us January 13 and 14, 2026, 9am to 12 noon at Chilton Saint James School in Lower Hutt, Wellington for an engaging program.

Register before January 7th and it is just $90 for both days – $110 after January 7th or on the day. Save $10 off per extra family member.

This is a great chance for kids who don’t enjoy team sports to give something new a go. Fencing is a wonderful way to improve fitness, build resilience and make new friends.

Please fill out this form to enroll.

Enrolment Form

Date and Times

13 and 14 January 20269am – 12 noon

Key Details

  • Bring a drink bottle and a snack for morning tea
  • Bring a towel
  • Wear track pants (not jeans or shorts)
  • Wear closed shoes (sneakers if possible)
Central Fencing Open and Camp 2025

2025 Central Region Training Camp & Open Tournament – Hawke’s Bay

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We’re thrilled to share an amazing opportunity for our Hutt Valley Fencing Club members to grow their skills and enjoy a week of fencing in the stunning Hawke’s Bay!

We have a fundraising movie lined up – Kangaroo being screened at Light House Cinema Petone Tuesday 16th September – sign up here:

HVFC Fundraiser – Movie Night

We also have some great giveaways that evening including a raffle for prizes such as a $200 voucher from Bluebridge. Sign up here if you are going to the camp and / or tournament as part of the HVFC team and want help with accommodation and transport:

Expressions of Interest

Training Camp

📍 Venue: Havelock North High School Gym – 153 Te Mata Road, Havelock North 4130
📅 Dates: Monday, Sept 29 – Thursday, Oct 2 (inclusive)

Join a four-day intensive training camp led by a fantastic line-up of coaches, including our very own Russell and Daisy from Hutt Valley Fencing Club. This is the perfect chance to improve your technique, develop new strategies, and train alongside some of the best fencers from across the motu.

Central Open Tournament

📍 Venue: Havelock North High School Gym
📅 Dates: Saturday, Oct 4 – Sunday, Oct 5 (inclusive)

Stay on after camp and put your skills to the test in the Central Open Tournament. Events include:

  • Ranked Foil, Epee & Sabre
  • U13 Sabre

A great opportunity to gain competition experience, test yourself against new opponents, and earn ranking points. This tournament is a great opportunity for fencers to experience their first open tournament in a safe and supporting environment.

Why Join?

  • Train with top-level coaches in a supportive and motivating environment.
  • Fence alongside athletes from across the country.
  • Parents and families can enjoy all the delights of Hawke’s Bay including of course world-class food, wine, and scenery while their kids are busy in the gym.

Register now:

Central Camp and Competition Sign Up

Let’s show a strong Hutt Valley presence this year — come fence, learn, compete, and have fun together in Hawke’s Bay!

Master Fencing Skills at July 2025 Mini Camp

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Update 29/06/2025 – Places for foil are now full. There are a couple of places left for epee and sabre.

Join Hutt Valley Fencing Club July 1 and 2, 2025, 9am to 12pm at Chilton Saint James School in Lower Hutt, Wellington for an exciting mini Fencing Camp.

This camp will be run in 2 streams – one for beginners and one tailored for individuals aged 12 and above, or for those with 2 or more years experience. So if you are over 12 and looking to give fencing a go, or a fencer looking to get better, fitter and faster this is the camp for you.

Registration fee is $50. This cost covers the fees we need to pay for gym hire.

We will match the contents of the training to match the levels of the participants. We have a number of youth and cadet fencers going to fence in Australia at the Oceania Champs in July and are hoping this camp will provide a good chance for them to prepare. It will be a good chance for younger fencers to train with them and learn from them.

Tuesday July 1st

9:00 Warm-up Games

9:30 Footwork

10:00 Blade Work and Lesson – Getting out of pools with good indicators

11:00 Pool bouts, feedback and free fencing

Wednesday July 2nd

9:00 Warm-up Games

9:30 Footwork

10:00 Blade Work and Lesson – Winning DE Bouts

11:00 DE Bouts (to 10 points Round 1, to 15 points from Round 2), feedback and free fencing

Register here: https://forms.gle/RoHKsvXwiUuezXR96