A busy period through the Spring term of 2018; we’ve run multiple sessions for Beavers and Scouts in the Okehampton district with more to follow over the Summer, leading into our Get into Sports sessions and Sports and Fitness Festival events. …
Junior tryouts and tasters in 2018 Read More »
As a result of the recent FIE Congress decisions please note there have been two rule changes in relation to minimum ages for Senior and Junior Events. …
FIE Rule Changes – Juniors Read More »
At the end of another week of half term holiday activities, West Devon Swords delivered fencing and archery for both of OCRA‘s Sport and Art Days, using the Go Fence and Arrows plastic kits, plus a dedicated, full metal Fencing and Archery Camp sandwiched between. …
Children’s Half Term Holiday Activities 2018 Read More »
New for January 2018
Juniors’ Introduction to Olympic FoilJuniors’ fencing returns to Parklands Leisure centre:
Juniors and Adults Fencing for 2018 Read More »
Youth fencing is usually divided up by age bands. The age of a fencer is normally taken as at Jan 1st in the current year, so if a fencer has not reached their 14th birthday on Jan 1st they are considered Under 14 for the whole of that year.
Some schools’ competitions use a similar system, but based on September 1st, in keeping with the school calendar.
Children under the age of 8 are not normally allowed to compete.
Fencers under 17 are referred to as Cadets and those under 20 are called Juniors. Lots
of competitions also use other age-groups, like under 11 or under 13, but these don’t have specific names.
Fencers over 40 may qualify for veterans competitions. There is no upper age limit.
Fencing age groups Read More »
Badges are a good way to structure your learning and set targets for achievement, particularly for younger fencers. As a modern sport, fencing has its own achievement awards scheme for those who like to collect badges. …
British Fencing Awards Scheme Read More »
West Devon Swords will be running two new fencing sessions at Okehampton College from 19th Sept. 2017.
Sports fencing with all equipment provided; group and individual lessons, Olympic-style electric fencing. All abilities welcome.
When: Tuesdays from 19 Sept 2017
Times:
• 3.30-4.45 for 12-18yrs
• 5-6:15 for 6-11yrs
Venue: Okehampton College Sports Hall
Who it’s aimed at: juniors, teens and young adults of all abilities
Cost: £4.50 per session (£4.00 when paid per term block)
Contact: Robin Catling 07956 409818 or westdevonswords@gmail.com
NEW! Fencing at Okehampton College – Autumn 2017 Read More »
As part of the OCRA Sports Summer Holiday activities programme, West Devon Swords will be presenting a Fencing and Archery Day:
Fri 4 August – 10am-3pm – 8+yrs
“Have a go at modern foil, epee, sabre and archery. Learn about the history of swords and how medieval knights trained with them!”
Cost is £15 for the day – bring a packed lunch.
Venue yet to be confirmed, but will be a space at or outside the OCRA Pavilion in the Park (Okehampton College/Parklands Leisure Centre if wet)
Fencing and Archery Day – Friday 4th August Read More »
For schools, events and corporate days, West Devon Swords is fully insured with British Fencing and AMA-UK and has two qualified coaches in the three sporting weapons – foil, epee and sabre, as well as in historical swordplay or ‘HEMA’. …
What we offer – schools, events Read More »
