Everything you need to train, compete and stay connected.
Find the live practice calendar, membership links, club policies, competition tools and equipment resources in one place.
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The most-used club tools, kept within easy reach.
Practice calendar
The calendar below is provided directly by Coacha. Check it before leaving for practice in case a session has changed.
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Membership & licences
Club registration is managed through Coacha. Competitive and recreational members also need the appropriate provincial and national membership.
OFA membership
Review Ontario Fencing Association membership options and seasonal requirements.
Membership information → NationalCFF licence
Purchase or renew the Canadian Fencing Federation licence required for sanctioned competition.
Purchase a licence → VerificationLicence search
Confirm that a Canadian fencing licence is active before an event.
Check a licence →Club policies & safety
A safe, respectful training environment depends on every member understanding the club’s expectations.
Club conductFencing etiquette
- Arrive ready to begin and follow the coach’s direction.
- Salute your opponent, referee and audience before and after fencing.
- Treat teammates, opponents, officials and equipment with respect.
- Keep weapons controlled and wear the required protective equipment.
RegistrationWaiver & emergency information
The current participant waiver, emergency contacts and relevant medical information are completed and maintained during registration in Coacha. Please keep your details up to date.
Competition centre
Plan events, confirm licences and follow results using the official tools below.
Tournament dayOpen the competition checklist
Before you leave
- Confirm event, weapon, age category and check-in time.
- Verify your licence and registration.
- Pack complete uniform, mask, glove, chest protector and shoes.
In the fencing bag
- At least two working weapons and two body cords.
- Lamé, mask cord and electric bib where required.
- Water, food, small repair kit and club jacket or shirt.
Equipment & teamwear
Ask a coach before making a major equipment purchase so the size, weapon and safety rating are right for your training and competition plans.
Fencing language, made clearer
A few terms members and families hear most often at practice and competitions.
- Piste
- The marked strip on which a fencing bout takes place.
- En garde
- The ready position and the referee’s command to prepare.
- Parry
- A defensive blade action that prevents an opponent’s attack from landing.
- Riposte
- The offensive action made immediately after a successful parry.
- Priority
- The right-of-way convention used to award a hit in foil and sabre.
- Poules
- The round-robin first stage used at most fencing competitions.