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Athletes Commission Candidates Announced
We are excited to announce the candidates for the Athletes Commission election. This commission plays a crucial role in representing the interests and voices of athletes across our organization. The…
Read MoreAre you or someone you know struggling to process loss or grief?
The AFF extends its deepest gratitude to Helen Cane from nb&a group for providing invaluable grief counselling services to our fencers and other community members during AFC#3 this weekend. The…
Read MoreAthletes Commission 2025-2028, Nominations Now Open
The AFF is pleased to announce that the 2025-2028 Athletes’ Commission nominations are open. The Athletes’ Commission is the peak athlete representative body of the AFF, and fulfils an important…
Read MoreNew Australian National Epee Coach Has International Success in Mind
BRISBANE – The Australian Fencing Federation today announced that it has appointed championship fencer and international elite coach Hugo Dergal to serve as the Australian national epee coach. Mr. Dergal…
Read MoreNational Sabre Coach Appointed – Aleksandra Shelton – In World First
Today, the Australian Fencing Federation announced that, in a world first, it is bringing Polish American fencing coach and Olympian Aleksandra Shelton to Australia as the national sabre coach. “We’re…
Read MoreNational Squad Nominations Now Open
Join the National Squad The AFF’s High-Performance Commission (HPC) is opening nominations for the National Squad in all weapons and ages in line with the Selection Policy. The National Squad…
Read MoreAsian Zone Children’s Championships EOI
We are now accepting EOI’s from non-national squad members for the Asian Zone Children’s Championships to be held in Hong Kong From August 22nd-25th. This event is for Boys and…
Read MoreAFF Adopts National Integrity Framework (NIF)
The Australian Fencing Federation is very pleased to announce the adoption of the National Integrity Framework (NIF) and the updating of a host of other AFF Sport Policies (together, “AFF…
Read More2024 Athlete Survey
Dear Athletes, Thank you to each of you who took part in the 2024 Athlete Survey. Your participation is invaluable and the insights gained from your feedback will be instrumental…
Read MoreReferee Seminar with the President of FIE Refereeing Commission – Irina Knysch
The Australian Fencing Federation (AFF) is excited to announce a referee seminar will be held for referees, athletes, and coaches on the eve of the 2024 Australian Youth and Cadet…
Read MoreAFF Board Update
The Australian Fencing Federation (AFF) is pleased to welcome Jutta Schortmann to the AFF Board. Jutta was elected Director during the Annual General Meeting on Sunday, 26 May 2024. Jutta…
Read MoreExpression of Interest – Tour Manager
Attention all experienced Tour Managers with a passion for fencing and travel! We are currently seeking dynamic and highly motivated individuals to join our team of Tour Managers. As the…
Read MoreEvelyn Halls – Recieves OAM Honour
The AFF wishes to congratulate Evelyn Halls on receiving the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division in the Australia Day 2024 Honours List. Evelyn has…
Read MoreNew Child Protection Agreement for Coaches
Recently the AFF, released new coach development and accrediation pathways for Australian Fencing Coaches. As part of the new program, coaches must sign an agreement which outlines requirements and conditions…
Read MoreNew Development Measures for Coaches
After broad consultation, the AFF’s High Performance Commission, who is responsible for Coach development and management, is pleased to announce significant improvements in the following areas: Child Protection Coach Development, and the…
Read MoreRelease of Competition Schedule for 2024
The AFF is pleased to announce that, thanks to work performed by the High Performance Commission and the National Competition Commission, the AFF will finally be moving to mirror the…
Read MorePaul Glasson steps down as HPC Chair – New Co-Chairs Announced
Paul Glasson has stepped down from the role of Chair of the High Performance Commission (HPC) and HPC committee member. Since joining the board more than 2 years ago, Paul…
Read MoreNominations for the 2023 Asian Veteran Championships
Nominations are now open for fencers who wish to be selected to participate in the 2023 Asian Veterans Championships, to be held in Ras Al-Khaimah, UAE from 6 to 9…
Read MoreRegister for Oceania Cadet Championships 2023 (TAHITI-FRENCH POLYNESIA)
The Tahitian Fencing Federation (Fédération Tahitienne d’Escrime) and the Oceania Fencing Confederation (OFC) invite fencers from Oceania to participate in the Oceania Cadet Fencing Championships which will be held from…
Read MoreNew mask design for Australia approved by FIE
After careful consideration involving consultation with the Athletes Commission, National Coaches and equipment suppliers, a mask drawing has been approved for use by Australian fencers. Painted masks for national teams…
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