Fencing

From a spectator's point of view, the most striking feature of fencing events is that all athletes are competing in wheelchairs that are fastened to the floor. However, these chairs allow the fencers freedom of movement and the activity is as fast-paced as in traditional able-bodied fencing competitions.

Men and women who are wheelchair athletes, amputees, or athletes with cerebral palsy display remarkable agility and skill in these international competitions. Individual and team events are included in foil, épée (men and women) and sabre (men).

What's On

Wheelchair Fencing Coaching @ Penrith Academy of Fencing

York Primary School Hall
Evan Street,
Penrith South, NSW 2750

The Club provides competition and coaching for both children and adults.

Sessions run every Tuesday / Thursday evening and Saturday mornings.

Contact Sally Kopiec (Head Coach, and National Coach of wheelchair fencing) at the Academy on 4751 2314 to get involved.

Who to Contact

Contact Jennifer Scattene at WS NSW on 02 9809 5260 or jennifers@wsnsw.org.au

Other key contacts for Fencing in NSW:

Click on the organisation names below to go directly to their website.

Fencing NSW
International Fencing Committee