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#4 Friday 16th August 2013. Melbourne University Fencing Hall.
A.B.C
Advanced Bouting Course (Class IV)
“Strength and Weakness Analysis 1.1.”
Want to improve your Fencing bouting and make it to the next level?
Come along to the next event of a series for 2013 of Advanced Bouting Courses, a collaboration between Australian Team representatives and Coaches Chris Jones & Olympian Scott Arnold, assisted by 2011 National Foil Champion and Coach Steve Glaister, and learn the secrets of timing and opponent manipulation.
Our fourth 2.5 hour class of Fencing drills, Theory and open discussion designed to broaden your mind and possibly change the way you see and bout for ever!
For the fee of $20 per person, our 2.5 hour course will be held at Melbourne University
(Melbourne Uni FC Upstairs in East Basketball Court – on Tin Alley)
This course – a combination of Theory, open discussion and Practical’s is targeted at all established competitive fencers. [ Foil, Epee, Sabre ]
on Friday the 16th August @ 6pm.
Please note you will need to bring your own equipment to fence the practical side of the session.
July 30th, 2013
Categories: Fencing Events, Fencing Tips | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
Session : 25th July, come along and join the squad: Skill: Feint step Attack, Parry Riposte, ” ” Disengage hit.
Next Session: August 1st
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)*
by Tram Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
Proudly supporting VicVets…
July 25th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Check out this promotional video for this years World Champs in Hungary..
Its been out for a little while now, but its still fun and great promotion..
Youtube
July 20th, 2013
Categories: International News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
Session : 18th July, come along and join the squad: Skill: 3 Point touches, Fast/Slow/Long/Quick/Change.
Next Session: July 25th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)*
by Tram Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
Proudly supporting VicVets…
July 18th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
Session : 11th July, come along and join the squad: Skill: Attack in Prep, and redoublements.
Next Session: July 18th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)*
by Tram Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
Proudly supporting VicVets…
July 10th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Congratulations to the Australian Team Selected Australian Veteran Fencers for the World Championships in Bulgaria 1-6 October.
Mens Foil: Richard Purdie.
Womens Foil: Fiona Budniak, Jenny Bonney-Millett, Anna Slowiaczek.
Womens Epee: Alison Blom, Sarah Osvath, Anna Slowiaczek, Vicky Wilks.
Mens Sabre: Alexy Sherbakoff.
Womens Sabre: Min Yi Du.
July 8th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, Commonwealth Veterans | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Once again Sword Fighters Australia was proud to be associated with the Annual Warrnambool Childrens Festival.
The Festival is a huge undertaking for the Warrnambool City Council and all the staff involved plus all the performers and the fantastically involved volunteers.
Activity areas for 2013 included; Fencing, Farm Yard Animals, Face Painting, Wooden Tool making, toy making, Beach Area for Sand Castles, Laser Tag, Lego, Ten Pin Bowling, Animation & Video Area, Workshop Stage for Dance, Circus Skills, Hip Hop, & the Main Stage for all the Performers Singers / Dancers /Performers eg Cosentino and the Wiggles etc.
 
For more information. There’s even a downloadble app for smart phones..
Fun4Kids Link here
and a Video from last years events Video Link
June 24th, 2013
Categories: Active After School, Fencing Events, Fencing Parties, Fencing Sessions, Fun-4-Kids Festival, Holiday Programs, Kids Fencing | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 27th June, come along and join the squad: Skill: Change Touch, No hit the same.
Next Session: July 11th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
Proudly supporting VicVets…
June 24th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
5-10 July Marrackville, Sydney
Womens U15 Sabre: 1st Helen Philips Vic, 2nd Hannah Biskupic NSW, =3rd Mathilda Barnard NSW, =3rd Alicia Kwag Qld.
Mens U15 Foil: 1st Sholto Douglas NSW, 2nd Ned Fitzgerald Vic, =3rd Matt Foster Vic, =3rd Jesse Morris NSW.
Womens U15 Sabre Teams: 1st Imogen Fitzgerald Vic, 2nd Alicia Kwag Qld, =3rd Kristina Bergmark NSW, =3rd Alexandria Brown Qld.
Womens U15 Foil: 1st Aarya Berthier SG , 2nd Amita Berthier SG, =3rd Alicia Kwag Qld, =3rd Beatrice Hay NSW.
Mens U15 Epee: 1st Gabe Spano Vic, 2nd Lachlan Bunney WA, =3rd Sheldon Ogilvie NZ, =3rd Nigel Sim SIN.
Mens U15 Foil Teams: 1st NSW A, 2nd Vic A, =3rd Vic B, =3rd NSW B.
Womens U15 Foil Teams: 1st Qld, 2nd NSW A, =3rd NZ, =3rd NSW B.
Mens U15 Epee Teams: 1st SIN, 2nd Vic, =3rd Qld, =3rd WA.
Womens U15 Epee Teams: 1st Vic, 2nd NSW, 3rd Qld.
Mens U15 Sabre: 1st Alexandre Douglas NSW, 2nd Boston Fawkes NSW, =3rd Jing Lam SIN, =3rd Joel Seow SIN.
Mens Cadet Foil: 1st Sholto Douglas NSW, 2nd Ned Fitzgerald Vic, =3rd Jesse Morris NSW, =3rd Matt Foster Vic.
Mens Cadet Foil Teams: 1st NSW A, 2nd Vic A, =3rd Vic B, =3rd NSW B.
Womens Cadet Sabre: 1st Helen Philips Vic, 2nd Hannah Biskupic NSW, =3rd Mathilda Barnard NSW, =3rd Alicia Kwag Qld.
Womens Cadet Epee: 1st Orla Mundy Vic, 2nd Wai Ling Chan NZ, =3rd Alicia Kwag Qld, =3rd Emily Patten Vic.
Womens Cadet Epee Teams: 1st Qld, 2nd NZ, =3rd WA, =3rd NSW.
Mens Cadet Sabre: 1st Matthew Tadros NSW, 2nd Boston Fawkes NSW, =3rd Alexandre Douglas NSW, =3rd Damian Poh SIN.
Mens Cadet Sabre Teams: 1st NSW, 2nd SIN A, =3rd QLD A, =3rd SIN B.
Womens Cadet Sabre Teams: 1st Vic, 2nd WA, =3rd QLD, =3rd NSW.
Womens Cadet Foil: 1st Aarya Berthier SG , 2nd Amita Berthier SG, =3rd Alicia Kwag Qld, =3rd Beatrice Hay NSW.
Mens Cadet Epee: 1st Ned Fitzgerald Vic, 2nd Lucian Nightingale NZ, =3rd Lachlan Crook Qld, =3rd Sholto Douglas NSW.
Mens Cadet Epee Teams: 1st Vic, 2nd QLD A, =3rd SIN, =3rd NZ.
Womens Cadet Epee Teams: 1st QLD, 2nd NZ, =3rd WA, =3rd NSW.
June 24th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Congratulations to Denise Dapre, who was awarded Queens Birthday Honours for her contributions and Service to Australian Fencing.
A great acknowledgement for Denise and the Sport!
Ausfencing Link
June 24th, 2013
Categories: Australian News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 20th June, come along and join the squad: Skill: 1 Fencer Attack’s, the other Parry Riposte’s, 1st counter attack, continuation and remise.
Next Session: June 27th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
June 20th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 13th June, come along and join the squad: Skill: Foot Tempo Parry, Stop Hit, Distance Hit.
Next Session: June 20th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
June 13th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Sword Fighters Australia Products for the home or office!
 
 
 
 
Popular and selling upon demand!
 
 
For Prices and ordering please email : info@swordfightersaustralia.com
Download the SFA Products Order Form
June 13th, 2013
Categories: Fencing Artistic, Fencing Equipment, General, Kids Fencing | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Robyn Chaplin Memorial Tournament AFF#2: Adelaide
Mens Foil: 1st Ned Fitzgerald Vic, 2nd Lucas Webber Vic, =3 Steve Glaister Vic, =3 Jahan Penny Dimry SA.
Womens Foil: 1st Lishan Sung NSW, 2nd Margarita Sokolovskaja NSW, =3 Alicia Kwag Qld, =3 Julia Lyashenko NSW.
Veterans Mens Epee: 1st Nigel Nutt ACT, 2nd Bruce Dawson SA, =3 Mark Rance NZ, =3 Andrey Tyshchenko NSW.
Veterans Womens Epee: 1st Cerri Wilson ACT, 2nd Anna Slowicaczek NSW, =3 Jane Menary SA, =3 Cathy Whitehead WA.
Mens Epee: 1st Kristian Radford Qld, 2nd John Downes NSW, =3rd Alex Burgun SA, =3rd Luke Mansfield NSW.
Womens Epee: 1st Evelyn Halls Vic, 2nd Jenny Jackson Vic, =3 Amy Reynolds Vic, =3 Adrienn Toth Vic.
Veterans Mens Foil: 1st Andrey Tyshchenko NSW, 2nd Nigel Nutt ACT, =3 Richard Purdie NSW, =3 Peter Barry NSW.
Veterans Womens Foil: 1st Jackie Budniak NSW, 2nd Anna Slowiaczek NSW, =3 Suzanne Newton NSW
Womens Sabre: 1st Cheryl Chan NSW, 2nd Grace White NSW, =3 Anna Crawford Qld, =3 Priscilla Del Castillo NSW.
Mens Sabre: 1st Adam Wilcock NSW, 2nd Phillip Miller NSW, =3 Simon Leitch Qld, =3 Sebastian Young Young NSW.
Veterans Mens Sabre: 1st Micahel Howard NSW, 2nd Damian Kneale WA, =3 Attilla Brungs NSW, =3 Steve Johnson WA.
Veterans Womens Sabre: 1st Harriet Jordan NSW, 2nd Cerri McLean ACT, 3rd Jane Menary SA.
June 7th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 6th June, come along and join the squad: Skill: C6 Riposte, C6 disengage riposte to flank.
Next Session: June 13th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
June 7th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
A number of Australia’s top fencers competed in Australia’s Team at the Asian Zone Championships in Shanghai this week.
Mens Epee: 7th Seamus Robinson, Will Dolley 44th, James Lewis 48th, Matteo Barchiesi 62nd.
Womens Epee: 2nd Silver Jo Halls!, Diana Sher 11th, Sarah McFarlane 44th /46.
Mens Foil: Simon Capon 33rd.
Mens Sabre: Sutherlan Scudds 38th, Adam Wilcock 43rd, Zak Leonhard 50th, Mitch Fox 52nd.
Womens Sabre: Lisa Blyth 29th, Caitlin Taylor 35th, Chelsea Taylor 35th, Sally Bennett 38th.
Womens Foil: Jackie Budniak 25th, Jenny Bonney-Millett 29th, Claire Daniel 30th.
more results to come..
June 7th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events, International News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 30th May, come along and join the squad: Skill: 2 Point Touches, First to 3.
Next Session: June 6th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
May 30th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Once again Sword Fighters Australia is proud to be associated with the Annual Warrnambool Childrens Festival.
The Festival is a huge undertaking for the Warrnambool City Council and all the staff involved plus all the performers and the fantastically involved volunteers.
Activity areas for 2013 include; The Scouts & Rock Climbing, Farm Yard Animals, Face Painting, Wooden Tool making, toy making, Beach Area for ball sports, Ten Pin Bowling, Animation & Video Area, Workshop Stage for Dance, Drums, Circus Skills, Hip Hop, & the Main Stage for all the Performers Singers / Dancers /Performers eg Cosentino and the Wiggles etc.
For more information. There’s even a downloadble app for smart phones..
June/July School Holidays in the main Square of Warrnambool.Vic.
Fun4Kids Link here
and a Video from last years events Video Link
May 24th, 2013
Categories: Active After School, Fencing Events, Fencing Parties, Fencing Sessions, Fun-4-Kids Festival, Holiday Programs, Kids Fencing | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 23rd May, come along and join the squad: Skill: Feint, Counter Parry Riposte.
Next Session: May 30th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
May 23rd, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 16th May, come along and join the squad: Skill: Feint disengage riposte, Double disengage attack.
Next Session: May 23rd
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
May 16th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 9th May, come along and join the squad: Skill: Feint High/Low Parry 8/7 Riposte.
Next Session: May 16th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
May 9th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 2nd May, come along and join the squad: Skill: Feint Disengage 1,2.
Next Session: May 9th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
May 2nd, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 25th April, come along and join the squad: Skill: P6 and C6 Riposte only.
Next Session: May 2nd
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
April 26th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Video : Nice Composition of Fencing in South Korea..
Gives a nice view and a feel of the Sport and a small glimpse at why the South Koreans are where they are… one of the top ranked nations..
Good video to introduce new people into this great sport
Link
April 19th, 2013
Categories: Fencing Artistic, Fencing Video | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 18th April, come along and join the squad: Skill: Simple actions only, P4 Riposte, but continuous changing of line.
Next Session: April 25th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
April 18th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 11th April, come along and join the squad: Skill: Prime Riposte.
Next Session: April 18th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Humourous photo…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
Please note some of the information for Vets on the AFF and FV websites, potential team events, and Singapore Comps…
April 11th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Australian Results at the Junior and Cadet World Championships in Porec, Croatia 6-15 April.
Cadet Mens Foil: Edward Fitzgerald 33rd, Douglas Sholto 41st, TC Reynolds 47th/102.
Cadet Womens Foil: Alicia Kwag 44th/73.
Cadet Mens Sabre: Boston Fawkes 75th/79.
Cadet Womens Sabre: Mathilda Barnard 60th/64.
Cadet Womens Epee: Alexandra Hughes 87th/106.
Junior Mens Sabre: Boston Fawkes 76th/105.
Junior Womens Foil: Alicia Kwag 77th, Emily Marotta 84th, Georgina Barratt 90th/91.
Junior Womens Epee: Diana Sher 11th, Leah Tausan 73rd , Amy Reynolds 108th/119.
Congratulations to Diana on her top 16 Finish at the Junior World Championships.. Very strong showing again..
Junior Mens Epee: Henry Mayall-VanderVelde 123rd/142.
Junior Mens Foil: Alasdair Dunham 66th, Ned Fitzgerald 89th, Lucas Webber 107th/127.
Junior Womens Sabre: Anna Crawford 70th, Natalie Molen Grigull 77th, Mathilda Barnard 80th/86.
Teams
Junior Womens Foil: Australia 20th/20.
Junior Womens Epee: Australia 17th/26.
Junior Mens Foil: Australia 22nd/28.
Junior Womens Sabre: Australia 20th/20.
More details available on the JWC Website Link
Medal Tally
1. Italy – 5Gold, 3Silver, 7Bronze=15
2. USA – 3Gold, 4Silver, 3Bronze=10
3. Russia – 3Gold, 1Silver, 5Bronze=9
4. Germany – 1Gold, 3Bronze=4
5. Hungary – 1Gold, 1Silver, 1Bronze=3
6. Ukraine – 2Gold, 1Bronze=3
7. France – 2Silver, 1Bronze=3
8. South Korea – 2Silver=2
9. Spain – 1Silver, 1Bronze=2
10-12. China, Hong Kong, Israel – 1Gold
13-16. Belarus, Greece, Latvia, Sweden – 1Silver
17-23. Argentina, Brasil, Czech Republic, Estonia, Japan, Mexico, Venezuela – 1Bronze.
April 10th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, International News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
AFF Circuit #1 : D H McKenzie, Brisbane Yeronga Sports Centre.
Men’s Epee: 1 Seamus Robinson Vic, 2nd James Lewis WA, =3rd Luc Cartillier QLD, =3rd Will Dolley Vic.
Women’s Epee: 1 Adrienn Toth Vic, 2nd Evelyn Halls Vic, =3rd Diana Gu Vic, =3rd Sarah Osvath NSW.
Veteran Men’s Foil: 1 Andrey Tyschenko NSW, 2nd Richard Purdie NSW, =3rd Geoff Webber Vic, =3rd Michael Seibel NSW.
Veteran Women’s Foil: 1 Jenny Bonney-Millett QLD, 2nd Fiona Budnaik NSW, =3rd Suzanne Newton NSW, =3rd Christina Hon Vic.
Men’s Foil: 1 Matt Foster Vic, 2nd Edison Wei Tang Cai NSW, =3rd Patrick Daley NSW, =3rd Jeremy Hart.
Women’s Foil: 1 Lishan Sung NSW, 2nd Margarita Sokolovskaja NSW, =3rd Jackie Budnial NSW, =3rd Kitty Simpson QLD.
Veteran Men’s Epee: 1 Gus Cladera QLD, 2nd Jose Goldman QLD, =3rd Quinn Downs NZL, =3rd Richard Purdie NSW.
Veteran Women’s Epee: 1 Anna Slowiaczek NSW, 2nd Cathy Whitehead WA, =3rd Jane Menary SA, =3rd Isobel Ellis WA.
Mens Sabre: 1 Sutherlan Scudds WA, 2nd Adam Wilcocks NSW, =3rd Zak Leonhard WA, =3rd Sebastian Young BFA.
Women’s Sabre: 1 Sam Auty Vic, 2nd Lisa Blyth WA, =3rd Cheryl Chane NSW, =3rd Priscilla Del Castillo NSW.
Veteran Women’s Sabre: 1 Harriet Jordan NSW, 2nd Jane Menary NSW .
Veteran Men’s Sabre: 1 Michael Howard NSW, 2nd Attila Brungs NSW, =3rd Norman Campbell QLD, =3rd Gary Sudran WA.
More Details on AFF Competitions Link
April 5th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 4th April, come along and join the squad: Skill: Coupe, lunge against 4 parry.
Next Session: April 11th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
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Great little bit of comedy to begin Q2 and prior to Nationals…. for vets!
Screw bingo!
April 3rd, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 28th March, come along and join the squad: Skill: Point in Line.
Next Session: April 4th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
March 27th, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 21st March, come along and join the squad: Skill: Remise renewal of attack.
Next Session: March 28th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
March 21st, 2013
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 14th March, come along and join the squad: Skill: Feint disengage attack, feint counter Parry riposte in lunge.
Next Session: March 21st
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
March 14th, 2013
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Four Australians competed in a Senior Womens Epee in Barcelona, Spain. In a massive field of almost 200..
Jo Halls 77th, Evelyn Halls 90th, Sarah MacFarlane 134th, Chloe Esposito 177th / 198!
Shows the strength in Womens Epee and the numbers now competing at International level.
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(NB Both Jo and Evelyn have been competing strongly in recent weeks.. for more details search the www.fie.ch results).
March 12th, 2013
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Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 7th March, come along and join the squad: Skill: Counter Parry riposte in lunge.
Next Session: March 14th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
March 7th, 2013
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Junior and Cadet Asian Championships in Bangkok Thailand, 2-11 March 2013.
Cadet Mens Epee: Indiana Moir 52nd/56.
Cadet Womens Epee: Alex Hughes 16th, Millie Mayall-Vandervelde 44th/64.
Cadet Mens Foil: Matt Foster 10th, Jesse Morris 13th, Sholto Douglas 16th, Ed Fitzgerald 28th/64.
Cadet Womens Foil: Leah Mangion 28th, Beatrice Hay 34th, Alicia Kwag 38th/44.
Cadet Mens Sabre: Matthew Tadros 17th, Boston Fawkes 28th, Alexandre Douglas 46th/48.
Cadet Womens Sabre: Tori Leonhard 19th, Hannah Biskupic 36th, Alexandria Brown 37th, Mathilda Barnard 38th/39.
Junior Results
Junior Mens Epee: Chelton Thompson 32nd, Henry Mayall-Vandervelde 42nd, Daniel Locke 64th, Indiana Moir 66th/72.
Junior Womens Epee: Gold 1st Diana Sher!, Amy Reynolds 7th, Leah Tausan 35th, Ashley Syme 51st/.
Junior Mens Foil: Lucas Webber 11th, Ed Fitzgerald 32nd, Alasdair Dunham 37th, Sam Liao 47th/72.
Junior Womens Foil: Alicia Kwag 21st, Emily Marotta 23rd, Leah Mangion 33rd, Georgina Barratt 34th/51.
Junior Mens Sabre: Boston Fawkes 43rd, Jadryn Dick 46th, Jasper Rowley 57th, Hamish Graham 58th/66.
Junior Womens Sabre: Alice Clementson 12th, Natalie Molen Grigull 22nd, Anna Crawford 23rd, Mathilda Barnard 30th/47.
Cadet Teams:
Cadet Mens Foil: Australia 5th/13.
Cadet Womens Sabre: Australia 8th/9.
Cadet Womens Foil: Australia 8th/11.
Cadet Mens Sabre: Australia 7th/13.
Junior Teams:
Junior Mens Foil: Australia 7th/17.
Junior Womens Epee: Gold Australia 1st/15.
Junior Womens Sabre: Australia 7th/12.
Junior Womens Foil: Australia 9th/13.
Junior Mens Sabre: Australia 15th/16.
Junior Mens Epee: Australia 14th/16.
March 6th, 2013
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Following information supplied by the AFF:
The FIE has recently changed the way that it calculates ages for the purposes of categories at the World Championships. Basically, it now works such that if you were born any time in a particular year, that becomes your Category year (it used to be based on Sep 1). So, if you were born in 1953, you are considered Category B (60+), regardless now of when you were born during that year. (Thanks to Caryl Oliver, our representative on the FIE Veterans Committee for that important nugget of information).
Please also note that according to the AFF ( website Link ):
There will be no limit for athletes wishing to compete in the Commonwealth Veterans Championships in Glasgow November 16-19 2014 (similar to previous Commonwealth Veteran Competitions and Singapore 2012)
March 5th, 2013
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Olympic Foil Champion and Legend, Valentina Vezzali, has recently been elected to Italian Parliament.
Read article via link
March 4th, 2013
Categories: International News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 28th February, come along and join the squad: Skill: Beat 6 attack, counter beat, disengage, derobe threatening beat.
Next Session: March 7th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
February 28th, 2013
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Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 21st February, come along and join the squad: Skill: Beat 4 attack, disengage attack, derobe threatening beat.
Next Session: February 28th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
February 21st, 2013
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Congratulations to Australia’s First Inductee into the FIE’s Hall of Fame… Helen Smith
The inaugral 100 members selected for the award included one of Australia’s most famous Fencer’s, holding Numerous Championships & Title Holder, President and hardest working personality within the sport.
For more details AFF Link
Congratulations Helen.
February 19th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, International News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
AFF Circuit #1 : Brisbane, Yeronga 5-7 April
Friday – April 5
8.00 – 12.30 pm AFT Foil Camp
12.30 – 5.00 pm AFT Sabre Camp
9:00 Men’s Epee
10:45 Women’s Epee
13:45 Veteran Men’s Foil
13:45 Veteran Women’s Foil
Saturday – April 6
9:00 – 4:00 AFT Epee Camp
9:00 Men’s Foil
10:30 Women’s Foil
14:00 Veteran Men’s Epee
14:00 Veteran Women’s Epee
Sunday – April 7
9:00 Mens Sabre
10:30 Women’s Sabre
13:45 Veteran Women’s Sabre
13:45 Veteran Men’s Sabre
Yeronga, Sports Centre
More details on accommodation and location etc coming… Also on the AFF website.
Weapons Check: Thursday 4th April Times TBA and 1 hour prior to each event.
February 19th, 2013
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Congratulations to Diana Sher, following up her win in Italy’s U23 Epee, Diana came 7th in a Coupe de la Paix, Junior Womens Epee in Maalot, Israel.
Congratulations Diana! Who is now ranked 18th in the World.
Great Result, and consistency leading into the Junior Worlds soon..
February 19th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 14th February, come along and join the squad: Skill: Parry 6 / c6 disengage riposte = 2 points.
Next Session: February 21st
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
February 15th, 2013
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Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 7th February, come along and join the squad: Skill: Parry 4 / c4 disengage riposte.
Next Session: February 14th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
February 7th, 2013
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Congratulations to Diana Sher, following up her win in Italy’s U23 Epee, Diana came 5th in a huge field of 182.
Junior Womens Epee Vigor Challenge, Sweden.
With 2 other Aussies: Amy Reynolds (58th) and Leah Tausan (84th).
February 5th, 2013
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Sword Fighters Australia is proud to announce the second installment of the Adanced Bouting Course
Friday 1st February at Melbourne Uni. Link
This was be the first of 4 installments for 2013.
Following on from the successful introductory session in 2012. This event will focus on timing, preparation and continue the thread of last years session, advancing through some of the processes to improve your understanding, focus your fencing and your competitive skills.
Anyone interested is invited to attend future forums.
More details available, if you’d like more info or to register please email Chris chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
February 1st, 2013
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Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 31st January, come along and join the squad: Skill: Distance Fencing and double and stop hit.
Next Session: February 7th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
January 31st, 2013
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Congratulations to Diana Sher, winner of the Gold Medal at the U23 European Womens Epee in Busto Arsizio, Italy this Australia Day weekend!
A pretty good entry of 61 Athletes. With 2 other Aussies: Amy Reynolds (in 16) and Leah Tausan (in 32).
A Fantastic Result. FV Link and Podium Photo
January 29th, 2013
Categories: Australian News, International News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 24th January, come along and join the squad: Skill: Analysis of distance for different opponents.
Next Session: January 31st
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
January 24th, 2013
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Welcome back to 2013!
Victorian Veterans Squad kicks off the season with sessions starting on the 17th January.
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 17th January, come along and join the squad: Skill: Distance, change of distance, when to change.
Next Session: January 24th
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
January 15th, 2013
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Congratulations to the Australians selected to compete at the Junior and Cadet Asian Championships in Bangkok Thailand, 2-11 March 2013.
Cadet Mens Epee: Indiana Moir.
Cadet Womens Epee: Alex Hughes, Millie Mayall-Vandervelde.
Cadet Mens Foil: Sholto Douglas, Ed Fitzgerald, TC Reynolds, Jesse Morris.
Cadet Womens Foil: Beatrice Hay, Alicia Kwag, Leah Mangion.
Cadet Mens Sabre: Alexandre Douglas, Boston Fawkes, Matthew Tadros.
Cadet Womens Sabre: Mathilda Barnard, Hannah Biskupic, Alexandria Brown, Tori Leonhard.
Junior Mens Epee: Daniel Locke, Indiana Moir, Chelton Thompson, Henry Mayall-Vandervelde.
Junior Womens Epee: Amy Reynolds, Diana Sher, Ashley Syme, Leah Tausan.
Junior Mens Foil: Alasdair Dunham, Ed Fitzgerald, Sam Liao, Lucas Webber.
Junior Womens Foil: Georgina Barratt, Alicia Kwag, Leah Mangion, Emily Marotta.
Junior Mens Sabre: Jadryn Dick, Boston Fawkes, Hamish Graham, Jasper Rowley.
Junior Womens Sabre: Mathilda Barnard, Alice Clementson, Anna Crawford, Natalie Molen Grigull.
Team Manager: Alex Andre, Coaches: Vlad Sher (E), Hugh Cotman (F), Antonio Signorello (S)
Congratulations and good luck to all.
January 12th, 2013
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Congratulations to the Australians selected to compete at the Junior and Cadet World Championships in Porec Coratia, 6-15 April 2013.
Cadet Womens Epee: Alex Hughes.
Cadet Mens Foil: Sholto Douglas, Ed Fitzgerald, TC Reynolds, (Res Jesse Morris)
Cadet Womens Foil: Alicia Kwag.
Cadet Mens Sabre: Boston Fawkes.
Cadet Womens Sabre: Mathilda Barnard.
Junior Mens Epee: Henry Mayall-Vandervelde.
Junior Womens Epee: Amy Reynolds, Diana Sher, Leah Tausan, Team: Alex Hughes.
Junior Mens Foil: Alasdair Dunham, Ed Fitzgerald, Lucas Webber, Team: Simon Capon.
Junior Womens Foil: Georgina Barratt, Alicia Kwag, Emily Marotta.
Junior Mens Sabre: Jadryn Dick, Boston Fawkes.
Junior Womens Sabre: Mathilda Barnard, Anna Crawford, Natalie Molen Grigull.
Team Manager: Alex Andre, Coaches: Vlad Sher (E), Aleksey Danilov (F).
Congratulations and good luck to all.
January 12th, 2013
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Fencing A.B.C
Advanced Bouting Course (class 2)
details coming soon
1st Feb @ Melb Uni FC
Link
@ 6pm
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
January 11th, 2013
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Coeur De Lion Competitions for 2013.
Roll call from 1 with a 1:30 start. $5 entry (no change)
#1 March 2: Results #1
#2 March 23: Results #2
#3 May 4th Results #3
#4 June 15th Results #4
#5 August 3rd Results #5
#6 September 6th Results #6
#7 October 5th Results #7
#8 November 30th Results #8
NEXT
2014..
Congratulations to T.C Reynolds for winning the overall Gold.
Congratulations to S. Dare for winning the overall Silver.
January 8th, 2013
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Happy New Year to all..
Sessions recommencing on 14th January.
For lessons and squad details please contact Chris: 0409 013 171, or chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
..
January 8th, 2013
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Following on the tradition of the National Fencing Champion Questionairre, the 2012 Champions kindly contributed some answer following their Championship win.
“The Sword Fighter Dozen”
Australian 2012 National Champion: Sutherlan Scudds – Mens Sabre.
1: How long have you been Fencing? What made you start? How long did it take for you to feel competent?
A: I have been fencing since 1997 so around 15 years. I started because of my mother who found a pamphlet at the local grocery store. I guess I was to restless a kid! I didn’t feel personally competent till I was around 15/16. Thought I can’t say I ever truly feel competent.
2: How long have you been Competing at National / International level?
A: National level I think since 2003 where I competed at under 17 level and 2004 at open level. International level since 2006.
3: What made you choose your weapon?, have you fenced the other 2?
A: Sabre was most suited to me. I am aggressive and very physical generally so it was a good fit plus I was getting the best results in it. I have fenced foil, I liked it but never felt competent.
4: Where is your favourite place to fence or to train?
A: Favorite competition was Worlds in 2010 in France.. That competition was amazing. Favorite training was with the Romanian Mens Sabre team in Romania earlier this year. We did a training camp in a ski resort called Poiana Brasov. It was crazy.
5: How important have a coach and training partners been to you?
A: They are everything. I would not be anywhere as good without help from Steven Lim, Antonio Signorello and the othe Aussie sabruers.
6: What are your future ambitions for 2013 and beyond? work / training / competition?
A: Work wise I’ll be hopefully beginning my law career. Competitions will involve at lead World and Asian champs and world uni games next year.
7: Who if anyone have you modeled your fencing on? Or do you have a favourite Fencer (Internationally)?
A: Aldo Montano and Daryl Homer.
8: What if any other sports do you play/train?
A: I do a little bit of boxing to speed up my arms and for cross training.
9: What difference if any did this national event have to others?
A: haha no difference I treat them All the same!
10: What is your weekly training Regime?
A: I train 6 days a week. Weights on three days, fencing three days and sprints one day.
11: What advice would you give future Australian champions?
A: Results come from training. Train hard and you will in. Train harder than your opponents and you will beat them.
12: What is the best and worst thing about fencing in Australia?
A: The best thing is the volunteer work. So many people put in so much effort for nothing and that is amazing for any sport of any thing. Worst thing has to be the lack of funding.
Thanks so much Sutherlan, good luck for 2013 and beyond.
December 21st, 2012
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Following on the tradition of the National Fencing Champion Questionairre, the 6 2012 Champions kindly contributed some answer following their Championship win.
“The Sword Fighter Dozen”
Australian 2012 National Champion: Lisan Sung – Womens Foil.
1: How long have you been Fencing? What made you start? How long did it take for you to feel competent?
A: I started fencing at the age of 8. I was a very active kid when I was young so my parents thought it was a good sport for me to start.
2: How long have you been Competing at National / International level?
A: I started competing Nationally at the age of 9, and Internationally at the age of 13.
3: What made you choose your weapon?, have you fenced the other 2?
A: I started with the Foil and I have always loved it. I have tried the other weapons but never found them interesting.
4: Where is your favourite place to fence or to train?
A: I don’t have a particular place that I favor over the others, just as long as the people are friendly and the fencing is good i’m fine with fencing anywhere.
5: How important have a coach and training partners been to you?
A: I personally think it is very important to have a good coach to assist in building your game. My coach has helped me to improve all aspects of my fencing and has helped me prepare for competitions mentally and physically.
6: What are your future ambitions for 2013 and beyond? work / training / competition?
A: In 2013 and beyond, I plan to complete my HSC, and to improve on my results nationally and internationally. My future ambition is to compete at the Olympics.
7: Who if anyone have you modeled your fencing on? Or do you have a favourite Fencer (Internationally)?
A: Valentina Vezzali
8: What if any other sports do you play/train?
A: Golf, Swimming and Pilates.
9: What difference if any did this national event have to others?
A: This championship win is a good finish to end off the season, but it is also the beginning. We shouldn’t take wins for granted, so it motivates me to work harder, and to make the next season even better.
10: What is your weekly training Regime?
A: Mon & Wed- Fencing training at UTS. This consists of a private lesson, footwork, blade work, and free fencing. Fri & Sat- Fitness training.
11: What advice would you give future Australian champions?
A: Aim high and don’t stop until you get there. Never Give Up.
12: What is the best and worst thing about fencing in Australia?
A: Positive and friendly atmosphere.
Thanks Lishan, good luck for 2013 and beyond.
December 21st, 2012
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Interesting article on the BBC website on the funding of the United Kingdom’s next Olympic cycle..
Comparison of their “Pools” funded Sports programs. We are a fair way behind our ‘close’ rival.. Link
Followed by an editorial on the announcement.. Link
December 19th, 2012
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Following on the tradition of the National Fencing Champion Questionairre, the 2012 Champions kindly contributed some answer following their Championship win.
“The Sword Fighter Dozen”
Australian 2012 National Champion: Edison Wei Ting Cai – Mens Foil .
1: How long have you been Fencing? What made you start? How long did it take for you to feel competent?
A: I’ve been fencing 8 years since I was 14 yrs. I think 3-4years it took for me to feel competent .
2: How long have you been Competing at National / International level?
A: I’ve been in national competitions in Aus for just 1 year, also 3 times to take part in Australian National competitions.
3: What made you choose your weapon?, have you fenced the other 2?
A: I just play foil..because I can pay attention to one weapon and do the best, that is what I think.
4: Where is your favourite place to fence or to train?
A: I think UTS club is the best when I saw it.
5: How important have a coach and training partners been to you?
A: This is most important part of fencing, because a coach can give me some advice and help u do the best .
6: What are your future ambitions for 2013 and beyond? work / training / competition?
A: For me, I’m an international student, I’m studying also working and training and I will still do again, also to do everything the best, just like this year 2012, so amazing for me. I love it .
7: Who if anyone have you modeled your fencing on? Or do you have a favourite Fencer (Internationally)?
A: No, just my style and i have not modeled myself on anyone, I just think how the action suits me . yeah.of course, I like the Italian guy Baldini.
8: What if any other sports do you play/train?
A: Yeah, I always play basketball, badminton and soccer. That’s it .
9: What difference if any did this national event have to others?
A: I think everyone is the best fencing in Australia, they have a lot of skill of fencing and are different, so I just learn different skills and find out how the win the compatition .
10: What is your weekly training Regime?
A: Two times a week in UTS club
11: What advice would you give future Australian champions?
A: Hahaha no advice for future champion, because I will win again! .. lol… But I want to still to say that hard working in fencing, one day you will win the competition.
12: What is the best and worst thing about fencing in Australia?
A: Friends and every club lady, they help me to know Australian fencing and do favours and things for me.
Thanks Edison, good luck for 2013 and beyond.
December 17th, 2012
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Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 13th December, come along and join the squad: Skill: Analysis of year.
Next Session: February 2013
Thanks to all the vets for attending the squad over 2012.. best wishes and a Happy Christmas Holiday period,
bring on 2013..
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
December 13th, 2012
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Following on the tradition of the National Fencing Champion Questionairre, the 2012 Champions kindly contributed some answer following their Championship win.
“The Sword Fighter Dozen”
Australian 2012 National Champion: Sam Auty – Womens Sabre.
1: How long have you been Fencing? What made you start? How long did it take for you to feel competent?
A: I have been fencing for 11 years. I started at my primary school where there were fencing classes. Rumour is I started because I had really bad hand-eye coordination. I still feel that I am not competent in some ways, but I guess about 2 years ago I really started to feel like I could actually fence well.
2: How long have you been Competing at National / International level?
A: I have been competing at a National level since 2005 when I did my first Cadet National competition. My first International competition was Commonwealth Junior Championships in 2009.
3: What made you choose your weapon?, have you fenced the other 2?
A: I fenced foil for three years when I first started fencing. I picked up a sabre to try at a fencing demonstration with my fencing club and never looked back.
4: Where is your favourite place to fence or to train?
A: At VRI Fencing Club in Punt Rd Richmond. It is an amazing facility and one which we are extremely lucky to have.
5: How important have a coach and training partner’s been to you?
A: Training partners can be hard to find so having any training partner of any level is extremely valuable to me. Also a good fencer has no direction without a good coach so my coaches (personal, state, and national) are also very important to me.
6: What are your future ambitions for 2013 and beyond? Work / training / competition?
A: I aim to finish my degree in Law/ Science, do a series of world cups and training tours overseas.
7: Who if anyone have you modelled your fencing on? Or do you have a favourite Fencer (Internationally)?
A: My favourite fencer is probably Olga Kharlan for her aggressive and brave style of fencing, however I wouldn’t say I have modelled my fencing on hers. I generally prefer any fencer internationally who shows serious mental determination and toughness in competition ie Valentina Vezzali.
8: What if any other sports do you play/train?
A: I played a lot of other sports in high school (skiing, rowing, cross country, swimming), but I now focus specifically on fencing.
9: What difference if any did this national event have to others?
A: This was the first National Championships held at the AIS. It is such a fantastic venue that I think should really be utilised in the future.
10: What is your weekly training Regime?
A: 5 fitness sessions and 5 fencing sessions per week. Fitness sessions incorporate 3 recovery sessions weekly and generally go for an hour to 2 hours. My fencing sessions incorporate all my technical footwork and drills sessions as well as structured and competitive bouting, these go for 2 to 3 and ½ hours.
11: What advice would you give future Australian champions?
A: Put in the hard work. Every footwork sessions, every weights sessions, every hard bouting session where you feel like you will crack pays off. It pays off on the strip, when you opponent is the one that cracks in the final and not you.
12: What is the best and worst thing about fencing in Australia?
A: The best thing is getting the opportunity to compete in a lot of competitions internationally. The worst thing is finding harder partners to train against and having a small field in competition.
Thanks Sam, good luck for 2013 and beyond.
December 12th, 2012
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Attached is an updated file of the Australian National Champions since records were kept in Australia.
Australian Champions: Australian National Champions
Keep an eye out for the National Champions questionnaires coming soon…….
(20/12/12)
December 10th, 2012
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Results
Veteran Men’s Sabre: 1st Michael Howard NSW, 2nd Steve Johnson WA, =3rd Kim Moir Vic, =3rd Damian Kneale Vic.
Veteran Women’s Sabre: 1st Alex Andre NSW, 2nd Jane Menary NSW, =3rd Joshi Pitman ACT, =3rd Cerri Mclean ACT.
Veteran Men’s Foil
:1st Andrey Tyschenko NSW, 2nd Nigel Nutt ACT, =3rd Steve Johnson WA, =3rd Ian Metzke Vic.
Veteran Women’s Foil:1st Anna Slowiaczek NSW, 2nd Fiona Budniak NSW, =3rd Jenny Bonney-Millett Qld, =3rd Abby Nutt NSW.
Veteran Women’s Epee: 1st Abby Nutt NSW, 2nd Sarah Osvath NSW, =3rd Anna Slowiaczek NSW, =3rd Cerri McLean ACT.
Veteran Men’s Epee: 1st Georg Mittermair ACT, 2nd Nigel Nutt ACT, =3rd Kyle McDonald NZ, =3rd Mark Rance NZ.
Oceania Veteran Mens Epee Teams: 1st Australia, 2nd New Zealand.
AFF Results Link
The Melbourne Age had some good pre-Nationals photos on the website Link
December 8th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, National Rankings, Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Results
Men’s Foil: 1st Wei Tang Cai NSW, 2nd Steven Glaister Vic, =3rd Lucas Webber Vic, =3rd Jeremy Hart QLD.
Womens Sabre: 1st Sam Auty Vic, 2nd Natalie Molen Grigull NSW, =3rd Alice Clementson NSW, =3rd Mathilda Barnard NSW.
Womens Sabre Teams: 1st NSW A, 2nd NSW B, =3rd WA, =3rd Vic.
Men’s Foil Teams: 1st Vic A, 2nd NSW A, =3rd NSW B, =3rd QLD A.
Women’s Epee
: 1st Jo Halls Vic, 2nd Dianna Sher Vic, =3rd Sarah McFarlane Vic, =3rd Sarah Osvath NSW.
Men’s Epee
: 1st Romain Courtois NSW, 2nd Nick Davies NSW, =3rd Roy Groncki Vic, =3rd Daniel Osvath Vic.
Men’s Epee Teams
: 1st NSW A, 2nd S.A, =3rd NZ A, =3rd QLD A.
Women’s Foil
: 1st Lishan Sung NSW, 2nd Claire Daniel Qld, =3rd Min Hul Chua SIN, =3rd Chloe Wong SIN.
Men’s Sabre:1st Sutherlan Scudds WA, 2nd Adam Wilcock NSW, =3rd Mitch Fox NSW, =3rd Frederick Jaccard NSW.
Women’s Foil Teams: 1st NSWA, 2nd Qld, =3rd NSW B, =3rd Vic.
Men’s Sabre Teams:
1st WA A, 2nd NSW A, =3rd Qld, =3rd Vic.
Women’s Epee Teams: 1st Vic A, 2nd Vic B, =3rd NSW A, =3rd NSW B.
AFF Results Link
December 7th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events, National Rankings | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Always a popular gift to get students, children, Adults alike into the sport of Fencing.
How about a Fencing Christmas Present!?
We have Plastic Masks and Foils (Red or Blue) Nasycon Replica equipment for sale.
$240 for 2 sets..  
For more details email chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
December 6th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Equipment, Kids Fencing | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 6th December, come along and join the squad: Skill: Point in line and derobe, or beat attack.
Next Session: Thursday 13/12/12
Come along to have a training session …. Its also the State Vets Squad last session for 2012,
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
December 6th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
AFF Nationals #4 : Canberra 7-11 December
Friday – December 7
9:00 Men’s Foil
11:00 Womens Sabre
13:30 Veteran Men’s Sabre
2:30 Womens Sabre Teams (after Womens Sabre Individual)
Saturday – December 8
9:00 Men’s Foil Teams
10:30 Women’s Epee
13:30 Veteran Men’s Sabre
13:30 Veteran Women’s Sabre
4:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Sabre Teams (after Individual)
4:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Sabre Teams (after Individual)
Sunday – December 9
9:00 Men’s Epee
11:00 Women’s Epee
1:30 Veteran Men’s Foil
1:30 Veteran Women’s Foil
4:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Foil Teams (after Individual)
4:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Foil Teams (after Individual)
1:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Epee Teams (after Individual)
Monday – December 10
9:00 Men’s Epee Teams
10:30 Women’s Foil
1:30 Men’s Sabre
1:30 Veteran Women’s Epee
1:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Epee Teams (after Individual)
Tuesday – December 11
9:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Epee Teams (after Mens Epee Individual)
9:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Epee Teams (after Mens Epee Individual)
10:00 Women’s Foil Teams
11:00 Men’s Sabre Teams
More details on accommodation and location etc coming… Also on the AFF website.
Weapons Check: Thursday 6th December 6-7:30pm and 1 hour prior to each event.
Details for Results and Entry List Link
December 4th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events, National Rankings | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 29th November, come along and join the squad: Skill: Footwork, counter parry, disengage riposte.
Next Session: Thursday 6/12/12
Come along to have a training session …. Its also the State Vets Squad Dinner, so please come along
and join us for dinner at the Rubicon on Errol St, North Melbourne 8:30pm
please RSVP to Chris prior to attending
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
November 28th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 22nd November, come along and join the squad: Skill: Step Lunge & Fleche, step back, recover & Fleche.
Next Session: Thursday 29/11/12
Come along to have a training session …. Its also the State Vets Squad Dinner, so please come along
and join us for dinner at the Rubicon on Errol St, North Melbourne
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
November 22nd, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Details are available for those interested Veteran and Senior Fencers on the Commonwealth Fencing Championships in Glasgow Scotland.
Senior Championships: November 10-15th
Veteran Championships: November 16-19th
For more info Ausfencing link
November 22nd, 2012
Categories: Calendars, Commonwealths | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Congratulations to the Australian Veterans selected to represent Australia at the Inaugral Oceania Vets Team competition in Canberra 7-11 December
Mens Epee: Adrian Paxman, Adam Reynolds
Womens Epee: Sarah Osvath, Carol Sullivan
Mens Foil: Adam Reynolds, Andrey Tyschenko
Womens Foil: Jenny Bonney-Millett, Anna Slowiaczek
Mens Sabre: Damian Kneale, Kim Moir
Womens Sabre: Alex Andre, Jane Menary
The remaining team members will be selected upon results on the day of competition / rankings.
November 15th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 15th November, come along and join the squad: Skill: Prime, Fleche and disengage.
Next Session: Thursday 22/11/12
Come along to have a training session
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
PS keep Thursday 29th November free in your diary.. that will be the vets dinner (actually the 2nd last session for the year)
November 15th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
November 15th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Events, Fencing Sessions, General, Vouchers | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 8th November, come along and join the squad: Skill: Parry 8 or 6 Riposte alternative flank/shoulder.
Next Session: Thursday 15/11/12
Come along to have a training session
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
PS keep Thursday 29th November free in your diary.. that will be the vets dinner (actually the 2nd last session for the year)
November 6th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
A nice little read of an article written by Joe Capristo (US ex competitive fencer / coach of a local club).
Gives a few ideas of Psychological ideas for competitive advantage.
Link Yahoo Article
November 6th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Tips | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 1st November, come along and join the squad: Skill: Parry Riposte Foil:flank/chest, Epee:wrist/shoulder.
Next Session: Thursday 8/11/12
Come along to have a training session
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street.
PS keep Thursday 29th November free in your diary.. that will be the vets dinner (actually the 2nd last session for the year)
November 1st, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
There are new screws on the market, that apparently are easier to keep the tip in the barrel, and easier to line up with the screw-driver, will be interesting to see if it changes the designs in the future..
Fencing.net Article Link
October 29th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Tips | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 25th October, come along and join the squad: Skill: Circle 4 Parry, Disengage Riposte.
Next Session: Thursday 1/11/12
Come along to have a training session
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street
October 24th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
A bit of news on the Sabre “Pistol or Othopedic” Grip being ratified by the FIE.
Fencing.net article Link
October 24th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Equipment, International News | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 18th October, come along and join the squad: Skill: Distance, Balance, Control.. Video Review
Next Session: Thursday 25/10/12
Come along to have a training session
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street
October 18th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Australian Team at the World Veterans Championships, Krems, Austria 16th – 21st October
Womens Foil: (50+) 3rd Jenny Bonney-Millett, 20th Anna Slowiaczek, 32nd Fiona Budniak.
Mens Foil: (60+) 37th John Timmins.
Womens Epee: (60+) 33rd Alison Blom,
Womens Epee: (50+) 5th Victoria Wilks, 27th Caryl Oliver, 39th Anna Slowiaczek.
Mens Epee: (50+) 7th Georg Mittermair, 79th Bruno Charlesworth,
Mens Epee :(60+) 49th Duncan Fairweather, 51st John Timmins.
Mens Epee: (70+) 13th Volker Hrovat,
Womens Sabre: (50+) 28th Caryl Oliver, 31st Joshi Pittman.
Mens Sabre: (70+) 16th Volker Hrovat,
Mens Sabre: (60+) 9th Alex Sherbakoff.
Website Link:
October 18th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, International News, Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
AFF Nationals #4 : Canberra 7-11 December
Friday – December 7
9:00 Men’s Foil
11:00 Womens Sabre
13:30 Veteran Men’s Sabre
2:30 Womens Sabre Teams (after Womens Sabre Individual)
Saturday – December 8
9:00 Men’s Foil Teams
10:30 Women’s Epee
13:30 Veteran Men’s Sabre
13:30 Veteran Women’s Sabre
4:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Sabre Teams (after Individual)
4:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Sabre Teams (after Individual)
Sunday – December 9
9:00 Men’s Epee
11:00 Women’s Epee
1:30 Veteran Men’s Foil
1:30 Veteran Women’s Foil
4:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Foil Teams (after Individual)
4:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Foil Teams (after Individual)
1:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Epee Teams (after Individual)
Monday – December 10
9:00 Men’s Epee Teams
10:30 Women’s Foil
1:30 Men’s Sabre
1:30 Veteran Women’s Foil
1:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Epee Teams (after Individual)
Tuesday – December 11
9:00 Oceania Veteran Mens Epee Teams (after Mens Epee Individual)
9:00 Oceania Veteran Womens Epee Teams (after Mens Epee Individual)
10:00 Women’s Foil Teams
11:00 Men’s Sabre Teams
More details on accommodation and location etc coming… Also on the AFF website.
Weapons Check: Thursday 6th December 6-7:30pm and 1 hour prior to each event.
Details soon for AFT Epee Camp, AFT Foil Camp, AFT Sabre Camp
October 16th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events, National Rankings | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Fencing A.B.C
Advanced Bouting Course (class 1)
Want to improve your Fencing bouting and make it to the next level?
Want to know the secrets of World and Olympic Champions and learn from the people who have travelled this path.
Come along to the first of a series of Advanced Bouting Courses, a collaboration between Australian Team representatives and Coaches Chris Jones & Olympian Scott Arnold, assisted by National Foil Champion Steve Glaister, and learn the secrets of timing and opponent manipulation.
Our first 2 hour class of Theory, open discussion and practical’s designed to broaden your mind and possibly change the way you see and bout for ever!
For the introductory fee of $10 per person, our first 2 hour course will be held at Melbourne University (Melbourne Uni FC Upstairs in East Basketball Court – on Tin Alley) -: Tonight October the 12th @ 6pm.
(NB parking is difficult around that time)
This course – a combination of Theory, open discussion and Practical’s is targeted at all established competitive fencers. (min 2 years competitive experience), foil and sabre and épée.
There are limited spaces so be quick!
See “Events” page above for application and entry details.
Download Sword Fighters Australia Collaboration Forum.
details also on the FV website
October 12th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Events, Fencing Forum, Fencing Tips, Swordfighter Camps | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
A Great Article on the “Right of Way/Priority” in Fencing…
Courtesy of Scherma.org
Have a read; Link
Ed.
Wouldnt it be good if everyone was taught like this…?
October 11th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Tips | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 11th October, come along and join the squad: Skill: Coupe Flèche..
Next Session: Thursday 18/10/12
Come along to have a training session
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street
October 11th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Apparently a number of Leon Paul bib Xchange masks are starting to fail, and don’t last as long as Lame’s due to extra handling during matches..
Good article on the www.fencing.net forum Link
October 11th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Equipment | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Congratulations to those Australians selected to represent Australia in Bali 30 September – 9 October 2012.
Cadet Womens Foil: Beatrice Hay, Leah Mangion
Cadet Mens Sabre: Jasper Rowley
Cadet Womens Epee: Alex Hughes
Cadet Mens Foil: Douglas Sholto, Matt Foster, Ned Fitzgerald, TC Reynolds, (Res Jesse Morris)
Cadet Womens Sabre: Hannah Biskupic, Tori Leonhard
Junior Mens Epee: James Hales, Daniel Locke
Junior Womens Epee: 3rd Amy Reynolds, 3rd Diana Sher, Alex Hughes
Junior Mens Foil: Simon Capon, Alasdair Dunham, Ned Fitzgerald, Sam Mooney Grand, (Res TC Reynolds)
Junior Womens Foil: Emily Marotta.
Junior Mens Sabre: Zak Leonhard, Jasper Rowley, Azzam Zubiary
Junior Womens Sabre: Natalie Molen Grigull
October 1st, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Singapore, 27-30 September 2012
Commonwealth Veterans Championships Link
Full Results are on the Singapore Vets website
Top 8 Australian Results
Mens Epee: 3rd Adam Reynolds, 5th Nigel Nutt.
Womens Sabre: 3rd Alex Andre, 5th Harriet Jordan.
Womens Foil: 1st Jenny Bonney-Millett (50+), 2nd Abigail Nutt (40+), =3rd Harriet Jordan,
=3rd Julie Seggie, 7th Daisy Drew, 8th Kim Moore.
Mens Sabre: 8th Alexy Scherbakoff.
Womens Epee: 1st Sarah Osvath (40+), 2nd Abigail Nutt, =3rd Julie Seggie (50+), 5th Victoria Wilks.
Mens Foil: 1st Nigel Nutt (40+), 5th Adam Reynolds, 6th Andrey Tyshchenko.
Teams
Mens Epee: 1st ENG, 2nd AUS, 3rd SIN, 4th CAN.
Womens Sabre: 1st ENG, 2nd AUS, 3rd WAL.
Mens Sabre: 1st SCO, 2nd ENG, 3rd SIN, 4th AUS.
Womens Foil: 1st AUS, 2nd ENG.
Mens Foil: 1st AUS, 2nd ENG, 3rd CAN.
Womens Epee: 1st AUS, 2nd ENG, 3rd SIN.
Congratulations to all the Veterans who competed in Singapore
September 30th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Commonwealth Veterans, Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Adelaide 25th-28th September 2012
Results
Mens Individual Foil: 1st Charles Hemery Melb U, 2nd Daniel Osvath Melb U, =3rd Jahan Penny Dimri AU, =3rd John Downes U Syd.
Mens Novice Foil: 1st Kevin Taing Melb U, 2nd Benjamin Yap Monash U, =3rd Christian Jansen UTS, =3rd Joshua Gascoigne AU.
Womens Novice Foil: 1st Liyasha Goonetilleke AU, 2nd Susan Shi UTS, =3rd Stephanie Lui Monash U, =3rd Eleanor Bools FU.
Womens Individual Foil: 1st Claire Daniel UQ, 2nd Emily Marotta Melb U, =3rd Ioana Mihailescu Melb U, =3rd Natasha Russell ANU.
Womens Foil Teams: 1st Melb U, 2nd UNSW, =3rd ANU, =3rd AU.
Mens Individual Sabre: 1st Sutherlan Scudds MDA, 2nd Zak Leonard UWA, =3rd Andrei Khaidurov Monash U, =3rd Adrian Crawley USYD.
Mens Sabre Teams: 1st UQ, 2nd Monash U, =3rd USYD, =3rd Melb U.
Womens Epee Individual: 1st Diana Sher Monash U, 2nd Amy Reynolds Melb U, =3rd Ioana Mihailescu Melb U, =3rd Natasha Russell ANU.
Mens Epee Individual: 1st James Lewis UWA, 2nd Johannas Eiler USA, =3rd Daniel Osvath Melb U, =3rd John Downes USYD.
Mens Foil Teams: 1st Melb U, 2nd USYD, =3rd UNSW, =3rd AU.
Womens Sabre Individual: 1st Grace White UNSW, 2nd Natalie Molen Grigull UNSW, =3rd Samantha Decena USA, =3rd Elly Ganakas Melb U.
Friday 28th
Womens Epee Teams: 1st Melb U, 2nd ANU, =3rd UNSW, =3rd Monash U.
Mens Epee Teams: 1st USYD, 2nd UQ, =3rd Melb U, =3rd Monash U.
Womens Sabre Teams: 1st UNSW, 2nd Melb U, =3rd Monash U, =3rd ANU.
More Details on Uni Games Website Link
September 25th, 2012
Categories: University Games | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
22-25 September Yeronga, Brisbane.
Results
Mens Foil: 1st Lucas Webber Vic, 2nd Anthony Gauke NSW, =3 Alasdair Dunham WA, =3 Sam Liao Qld.
Womens Sabre: 1st Kitty Simpson Qld, 2nd Alice Clementson NSW, =3 Alicia Kwag Qld, =3rd Ywen Lau SIN.
Womens Sabre Teams: 1st NSW A, 2nd QLD A, =3 QLD B, =3 VIC.
Mens Foil Teams: 1st VIC A, 2nd NSW B, =3 NSW A, =3 QLD.
Womens Foil: 1st Lishan Sung NSW, 2nd Emily Marotta Vic, =3 Ysien Lau SIN, =3 Kitty Simpson QlD.
Mens Sabre: 1st Jasper Rowley NSW, 2nd Zak Leonhard WA, =3 Bennett Huggal QLD, =3 Sam Liao QLD.
Mens Sabre Teams: 1st QLD A, 2nd NSW A, =3 QLD B, =3 VIC.
Mens Epee: 1st Ned Fitzgerald Vic, 2nd Mitch Orwin QLD, =3 Oliver Agnew NZL, =3 Leighlan Doe SA.
Womens Foil Teams: 1st WA, 2nd QLD A, =3 NSW B, =3 VIC.
Womens Epee: 1st Amy Reynolds Vic, 2nd Leah Tausan Vic, =3 Malindi Haggett WA, =3 Shawn Wallace USA.
Mens Epee Teams: 1st Vic, 2nd QLD A, =3 NSW, =3 SA.
Womens Epee Teams: 1st QLD A, 2nd VIC, =3 NSW, =3 QLD B.
September 20th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
One option for holidays is a fencing session! Sword Fighters is running sessions again at Gasworks Park in Port Melbourne.
Fencing – Sword Fighting
Learn the basic skills of fencing and sword fighting in an intensive class.
Beginners – Try it just for fun, and maybe you’ll take it up as a sport.
If you wish, bring a friend your own age/height to spar with!
Advanced – NEW Next Level Class for children who have already done the basic workshop.
Dates 3rd October Times 9.45am – 10.45am or 11.15am – 12.15pm,12:30-1:30, (beginners)
2:15-3:15 (Advanced) Cost $22 Venue Garden Studio Age4+
Contact Gasworks : Link
September 17th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Events, Holiday Programs | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Pre Singapore Commonwealth Veteran Squad Competition
Session: Thursday 20/9/12 : Teams D/E
Come along and have a pre comp training session
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street
September 14th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 13th September, come along and join the squad: Skill: Double, Doublement, Re-Double..
Next Session: Thursday 20/9/12 (nb teams comp for Singapore)
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street
September 13th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Australian 2013 AFF Competitions Schedule Update.
AFF #1 (D.H.McKenzie) Brisbane (Yeronga) 5-7 April
AFF #2 (Robyn Chaplin) Adelaide (Novar Gardens) June 8-10
Under 15 /Cadet Nationals: Sydney (Marrickville) July 6-10
more dates to follow, check out the updated Ausfencing.org website.
September 10th, 2012
Categories: Calendars, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Training Time: Thursday Nights 6:30-8:30
Any athlete wishing to participate, please contact veterans@fencingvictoria
Chris Jones 0409 013 171
chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Session : 6th September, come along and join the squad: Skill: Attack in Preparation..
Next Session: Thursday 13/9/12
@ 6:30 Level 1, 204-206 Arden St North Melbourne.
Public transport:* by train (closest station is North Melbourne -10 minute walk down Laurens Street)* by tram
Closest stop is No 15 on Abbotsford Street on route 57 -8 minute walk down Arden Street
September 10th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Sword Fighters Australia holiday program.
updated 13/9/12.
Brighton Grammar School Gymnasium
27th September. 10-12
For more information contact Chris 0409 013 171 or email chris@swordfightersaustralia.com
Document download : September Holiday Program update
September 6th, 2012
Categories: Fencing Events, Holiday Programs, Kids Fencing | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Updated Australian National rankings Link
August 28th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, National Rankings | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
AFF Circuit #3 : Perth 17-20 August
Results
Women’s Foil: 1 Marg Sokolovskaja NSW, Elisabeth Sciborski NSW, =3 Emma Ryan Vic, =3 Claire Daniel Qld.
Men’s Sabre: 1 Sutherlan Scudds WA, 2 Mitch Fox NSW, =3 Zak Leonhard WA, =3 Adam Wilcock NSW.
Veteran Mens Sabre: 1 Damian Kneale WA, 2 Steve Johnson WA, =3 Paul Jewell WA, =3 Francis Kwong SIN (50+). Gary Sudran (60+)
Veteran Women’s Sabre: 1 Alex Andre NSW, 2 Yenyee Chee NSW, =3 Meredith Coleman SA, =3 Joshi Pitman ACT
Club Team Womens Foil: 1 The Fencing Club, 2 The Swords Club, =3 Swordfish, =3 Excalibur.
Club Team Mens Sabre: 1 Excalibur A, 2 UNSW, =3 Excalibur B, =3 UTS.
Men’s Foil
: 1 Marek Jamrozy WA, 2 Lucas Webber Vic, =3 Ned Fitzgerald Vic, =3 Cai Wei Ting NSW.
Women’s Sabre: 1 Sam Auty Vic, 2 Cheryl Chan NSW, =3 Lisa Blyth WA, =3 Yenyee Chee Sin.
Veteran Men’s Epee: 1 Andrey Tyschenko NSW, 2 Adrian Paxman WA, =3 Dmitry Zatseoyapin WA , =3 Ben Wiley Sin (50+).
Veteran Women’s Epee: 1 Kylie Caunt WA, 2 Carol Sullivan Vic, =3 Melanie McCarthy WA, =3 Catherine Whitehead WA. Isobel Ellis WA (50+), Daisy Drew Vic (60+).
Club Team Mens Foil: 1 Blacklords , 2 Sydney Uni, =3 Cavaliers, =3 Swordfish.
Club Team Womens Sabre: 1 UNSW B, 2 The Fencing Club, =3 Excalibur, =3 UNSW A.
Men’s Epee: 1 John Downes NSW, 2 James Lewis WA, =3 Alex Burgun SA, =3 Zac Casagrande Qld.
Women’s Epee
: 1 Evelyn Halls Vic, 2 Sarah Osvath NSW, =3 Amy Reynolds Vic, =3 Jo Halls Vic.
Veteran Mixed Foil: 1 Andrey Tyschenko NSW, 2 Richard Purdie NSW (60+), =3 Adam Reynolds Vic, =3 Jenny Bonney-Millett Qld. Daisy Drew (60+).
Club Team Mens Épée: 1 Southern Highlands NSW, 2 Adelaide Swords SA, =3 University WA , =3 The Fencing Club Qld .
Club Team Womens Epee: 1 Virtual Swords, 2 The Fencing Club Qld, =3 Southern Highlands NSW, =3 University WA.
August 17th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Calendars, Fencing Events | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
Congratulations to the following fencers on being selected to represent Australia at the
World Veterans Championships.
Krems, Austria 16th to 21st October.
Men’s Epee: Bruno Charlesworth, Duncan Fairweather, Volker Hrovat, Georg Mittermair, John Timmins
Women’s Epee: Alison Blom, Caryl Oliver, Anna Slowiaczek, Victoria Wilks
Men’s Foil: Volker Hrovat, John Timmins
Women’s Foil: Jenny Bonney-Millett, Fiona Budniak, Anna Slowiaczek,
Men’s Sabre: Alex Sherbakoff,
Women’s Sabre: Caryl Oliver, Joshi Pitman
Team Manager: Volker Hrovat
August 17th, 2012
Categories: Veterans Squad | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
After the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics the Games move on to Brazil 2016.
Australia finished 10th on the Medal Placings (our Lowest placing in 20 years at ’92 Olympics), not surprising considering the population and the funding compared to other more supported countries.
Hopefully the younger generation watching these Fantastically run Olympics will be inspired and join their local sporting organisations!
Bring on Brazil !!
August 13th, 2012
Categories: Australian News, Fencing Events, International News, Olympics 2012 | Author: cjones | Comments: No Comments |
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