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AGM Minutes
Governing Bodies
BFA (British Fencing Association)
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Competitions
Fencing Equipment
Ask Ben for advice before purchasing fencing kit for the first time!
19 Jul 2011 Advice
Recently tests apparently revealed that Sword Price Fighter kit is not up to safety standard required. Consequently it seem wise to avoid purchasing this kit for the time being. I also observe the poor information flow from the BFA concerning this issue, undoubtedly harmful to Sword Price Fighters and beneficial to its competitors, and hope verification checks are resolved swiftly before undue suspicion sets in.
23 Mar 2010 Advice
Allstar/Uhlmann can supply a version of the Leon Paul Minifence for interested customers. The reason I mention this is because:
The Leon Paul plastic foils seem to be a lot less durable (frequent guard cracks) though a little cheaper. Also, the Allstar LONDON branch seems pretty unhelpful and uninformed from experience. The Allstar EDINBURGH branch seems a better bet!
1 Feb 2010 Advice
Fencing masks are NOT standard specified sizes between manufacturers. One supplier's small may be another's medium for instance.
The Sword Price Fighter body wire we purchased was incorrectly wired on delivery - disappointing.
Make sure your foil/epee is properly set. Ask your club armourer for details!
6 July 2009 Advice
Cheapest Jackets and Breeches are the Sword Price Fighter range followed by the Leon Paul Spartan range. The Spartan range is not padded however.
Don't try to save money with budget lames!
Get an 800N under-plastron as you can always use it at club and competitions.
Club Policy Documents
Awards
There are different levels of fencing achievement awarded by the BFA. In practice, most respect is gained by demonstrating your skills on the fencing piste itself but it still helps to have an idea of how your own fencing skills are progressing. By the end of the beginners course you will be at BFA foil grade 1 standard.
Achievement award badges are available for purchase - ask Ben for more details.
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