Month: January 2023

Starting January 26, 2023

Refereeing is an important role within the sport of fencing. They are needed at competitions to ensure matches are managed by competent individuals acting with integrity, dignity, and a high level of fairness. Referees are also integral to creating a safe experience for athletes, coaches, and spectators.  Learning how to officiate can have positive impacts for an athlete’s own fencing ability as well!

More information and registration here (link).

A great article on fencing refereeing here (link).

Happy New Year! We have a number of things to look forward to in 2023 starting with a few events, click on the links below for more info:

‘How to run a tournament’ – Directoire Technique online course; manage a tournament start to finish. January 8.

Referee Clinic– Free online referee clinic by Alberta, January 22.

MFA 3 Open Tournament – Sunday, February 12 (moved from January)

Coach Course (NCCP- Instructor Beginner) – Be certified as a fencing coach. Starts March 16.

A draw for two Manitoba Fencing track jackets (FSmall, MSmall) will be held some time in January. Entries are based off of event entries for MFA tournaments held in the first half of the season. Similar draws may be held in the future.