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24.01.2022 s Al’s memorial service will be next Tuesday 22 September (10:10am for 10:15-11am). Attendance is heavily restricted due to covi...d-19 social distancing requirements, and we hope you will be able to join us to view the service. To view the service via live stream, click on: https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php Following the service, the link will let you view it for 90 days. If you have messages or stories that you would like included in the condolence book, please email them to Al’s partner Georgia and we’ll include them ([email protected]). We hope you can join us. Please understand that the current restrictions will keep many from attending. We are so sorry that you can't all be there. A personal invitation to those who may attend the memorial will be sent. In lieu of flowers, and if you wish to assist, please consider a contribution to the gofundme - Al Wardle Memorial Service to assist with this memorial. https://www.gofundme.com/f/alwyn-wardle-memorial-service

24.01.2022 If you can spare some time to fill out this survey...

24.01.2022 Reminder The 2020 ACT Veteran Championships starts this Friday night 16 October 7:00pm with foil, hosted by Masters Club at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre. RegisterNow was playing up but is now working. Start time is 7:00pm please get there earlier to check in. Conductive bibs required. Registration is open on RegisterNow at: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=41143... Participant list https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/ParticipantList.aspx See more

23.01.2022 ACT All Ages Championships. ACTFA will be holding a tournament on Sunday 6th December at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre for fencers aged U23,U20,U17 and U15. Events will be mixed and with all ages fencing in the same the same pool. Medals will be awarded in each age group following completion of DE rounds. Time of events are Foil 9:00am Sabre 11:00am Epee 2:00pm.... Fencers must be affiliated with their state federation. Register at Registernow at: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=41598 Flyer at: https://www.actfa.org.au//1262-act-2020-all-ages-champions

22.01.2022 ACTFA committee meeting - all ACT fencers welcome Monday 8th June, 7pm. Email [email protected] if you haven't been to one before, so I can add you to the Skype list. Agenda items:... Return to Training plans 2020 ACT championships, rankings & trophies Nationals - AIS deposit usually paid in June Process for refunds to fencers that have requested refunds through their club Government COVID assistance See more

22.01.2022 Results for ACT State Veteran's Championships -Foil (16 Oct) Grant McKay - ANU Neil Kinsella - Engarde Richard Bryson - Engarde... Gordon Christie - Masters Reminder Epee Veteran's State Championships on this Friday, hosted by Masters Club at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre. Details, including flyer can be found on actfa.org.au https://www.actfa.org.au/.../1260-2020-act-veteran... Registration is open on RegisterNow at: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=41143

21.01.2022 Setup done by 7:30pm thanks to all the volunteers.

21.01.2022 The 2021 ACTFA State Open, Novice and Veteran Epee, Foil and Sabre Championships will be held on Friday (night), Saturday and Sunday March 5, 6 and 7 at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre (299 Soward Way, Greenway ACT). ACTFA fencers are eligible for one free Championship entry per year. All fencers must be registered with their State Association. Final schedule, flyer and registration details will be available shortly. Draft schedule is: Friday:... 19.00 Mixed Vet Sabre Saturday: 8.45 Womens Open Epee 9.00 Mens Open Epee 10.00 Novice Sabre 11.45 Novice Foil 13.00 Open Sabre Mens and Womens 15.00 Vet Foil Sunday: 9.00 Open Foil 10.00 Novice Epee 12.00 Vet Epee.

21.01.2022 Information from Australian Fencing Federation.

20.01.2022 ACTFA committee meeting on Monday 2nd Nov at 7pm, via Skype. Email [email protected] for an invite or link.

20.01.2022 If anybody would like to participate in this training, please contact [email protected]

19.01.2022 Great day of fencing at the ACT open today. Great turnout of novice foilists. Big field tomorrow in the Epee. More novice events tomorrow also.

19.01.2022 Covid-19 Update. Information on Covid-19 from ACTFA and AFF can be found at: https://www.actfa.org.au//news-/1256-actfa-covid-19-update

19.01.2022 Epee in full swing with 26 fencers.

19.01.2022 Earlier today the ACT Government announced further easing of COVID-19 restrictions in the ACT. Timing for return for non-contact and contact sport training and ...competition have been announced today. From Friday 19 June 2020 Non-contact sports can recommence competition play Up to 100 people, indoors or outdoors, with 1 person per 4 square metres, can participate. Sports requiring full contact permitted to start full contact training. From Friday 10 July 2020 Full contact sport can recommence competition play What is full contact sport? Full contact sport is any sport that allows non-incidental contact within its code. For example, netball rules do not allow for contact other than incidental contact, so it is a non-contact sport, where basketball and rugby league do allow for contact, so it is a full contact sport. Clubs might have already been in touch with their members with their indicative start dates so make sure you get back in contact with your clubs to be clear on their start dates following this announcement. Other easing of restrictions for sport from 19 June are: Group size for participation is increasing to 100 - physical distancing, good personal and respiratory hygiene must continue. Communal facilities such as changerooms and canteens may now be reopened provided food service requirements are met, along with general hygiene and physical distancing principles. Aquatic facilities in the ACT may have up to 100 participants in a venue, with up to four swimmers per lane. Spectators should not exceed the total group gathering size of 100. The number of spectators allowed in indoor venues should remain inline with the 4 square metres per person requirement with no more than 100 people. Individuals are encouraged to continue the Get in, Train/Play, Get out mindset. Please continue to follow the personal hygiene and distancing measures to keep COVID-19 suppressed in the ACT.

18.01.2022 Any coaches looking for a bit of socially isolated PD, have a look at the Fencing Victoria Coach on the Couch Series. A wide range of topics, from nutrition and hydration to mental health and wellbeing.

17.01.2022 ACT all age Championships held today. High standard of fencing across all events. Congratulations to the medalists and a big thanks to Referees, DT, helpers and supporters. U23 Women’s Foil Kelly Graham - Masters... U23 Men’s Foil Patrick McGlynn - ANU Jeremy Sadler - ANU Tom Makin - Engarde Oliver Bryson - ANU U20 Men’s Foil Jeremy Sadler - ANU Oliver Bryson - ANU U17 Men’s Foil Ethan Pennifold - Lancaster U23 Men’s Sabre Jeremy Sadler - ANU Matthew McKay- ANU U20 Men’s Sabre Jeremy Sadler - ANU Oliver Bryson - ANU U17 Men’s Sabre Alex McKay - Engarde U15 Men’s Sabre Jaden Gibbon - Engarde U23 Men’s Epee Tom Makin - Engarde Patrick McGlynn - ANU U20 Men’s Epee Jeremy Sadler - ANU Louis Bick - Maison U17 U15 Men’s Epee Louis Bick - Maison

16.01.2022 ACT Fencers, we have received a challenge, from Toby Perry in Wagga Wagga: Hey Grant, Karol, Justin, Neil, John et al and young ones , this is not a challenge, just an invite. NSWFA still has a comp on for open and vet sabre today fortnight, vets at 9.30 start, opens at 1.30pm. Other weapons too check the wedsite, and it would be good to see some ACT buddies there. Not sure if you guys get ACT points for other state level comps (you should) but its just a chance for a swin...g. Pretty sure Davide and Radu will show up , in fact a bunch from Sydney sabre will likely do a raid - they sound pretty bored. Would you think about having a chat and ridesharing , it would be good to see you turn up and steal some podium bring a flag. Try and register prior to the Friday before or they may cancel vets its happened before. Anyhow, hope to see someone there I’m driving up, but Julian has a thing on. And yeah, ok, it IS a challenge Cheers!

15.01.2022 ACT open is over for another year. Thank you to everyone competing, refereeing, DTing, volunteering. Big thanks to Jeff Gray for his attendance and support.

13.01.2022 Reminder ACT Open starts tomorrow. At this stage all events will take place. Some Novice events will be mixed. Open events will have mixed poules and gendered DEs (exact makeup will depend on final numbers). Self refereeing will be required in open events. Volunteers for setup would be appreciated at 7:00pm tonight at the Tuggeranong Archery Center (should take 1 hr). Also for pack up at the end of Sunday. Jeff Grey will be attending both days for all your fencing equipmen...t requirements. There will be a limited canteen facilities on the Saturday and Sunday, (drinks, snacks etc) If you are still to register Normal ($50) entry closes today Friday. You need to be affiliated with your State association before registering online. (note it takes up to 1hr for state registrations to sync to register now) Fencer lists and schedules can be found at: http://www.actfa.org.au//1254-2020-canberra-day-tournament

13.01.2022 The International Fencing Federation has provided an update on competitions and qualification for the Tokyo Olympic Games. In summary, remaining Olympic qualify...ing events will be held when: - The global health situation will be safe - Fair and adequate training and preparation of athletes can take place - No federations will be prevented from participation - International competitions, including several preparatory World Cup/Grand Prix competitions, have taken place beforehand. The full text can be read in the attached image or in the news article on our website.

13.01.2022 Fencing should finish around 4 any volunteers for pack up would be appreciated. Should take 1 hour.

12.01.2022 We note with pride that many in the Australian fencing community are playing their part to flatten the curve, taking precautions to slow the spread of COVID-19 while they continue to train. Here's the latest advice for state associations and clubs on best practise for community sport

12.01.2022 ACT All Ages Championships. Sunday 6th December at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre for fencers aged U23,U20,U17 and U15. We now have enough registrations for all 3 weapons to proceed. Foil starts at 9:00am Sabre 11:00am Epee 2:00pm

11.01.2022 The ACTFA committee has discussed the feasibility of hosting the National Championships and after due consideration of all the factors, we have decided the risk... is too large for us this year. Factors include: - The AIS Arena is closed for the rest of this year at least - The AIS basketball courts are not available - The next best option is half again as expensive - We are concerned about the entry numbers being affected by travel restrictions and people being understandably cautious Hopefully the situation will become such that regular travel and events can occur in 2021, with ACT again hosting the National Championships.

11.01.2022 ACT fencers and supporters. After some delays related to Covid-19, S-Trend is now shipping ACT Fencing merchandise. You can order directly from S-Trend and they will delivery to your address. S-Trend currently has a 10% discount on all items The range includes tracksuits, hoodies, t-shirts and shorts all branded with ACT logos. My recommendation on jackets is, if in doubt err on a larger size as you will probably wear it over your fencing gear.... Check out the full range at: https://www.shop.s-trend.com.au/col/act-fencing-association

11.01.2022 Maison Fencing Club is Open for training. Maison Fencing club has been given permission to recommence training, ensuring that the club comply with the ACT Government COVID19 guidelines. Training will recommence from: Wednesday, 24 June 2020... Training times: 7.00pm 8.30pm Training Venue: Kaleen Primary School gymnasium, 19 Ashburton Circuit, Kaleen ACT 2617 Please register your interest at: [email protected] Maison Fencing Club will be required to limit the number of participants to 15 in the gymnasium at any time, and actively monitor distancing rules and hygiene measures. Fencers will need to have their own fencing clothing and equipment. No sharing or use of club clothing or weapons. As numbers are limited, if you would like to attend a training session, you must register your interest by sending an email to [email protected] and provide your name and phone/contact details by 12.00pm each Wednesday. Visitor from other fencing clubs are most welcome. Regards Maison Escrime Fencing Club Committee

11.01.2022 Second coach needed for Brindabella Christian School, Wednesday afternoons 3:30 to 5:30, for 7 weeks, starting tomorrow. Payment is $40 per week.

10.01.2022 ACTFA committee invites all members to the next Skype meeting on June 8th at 7pm. See article for more details.

09.01.2022 Coaches who would like to do some outdoor training with small groups, please remember to submit a plan to AFF as well as the ACT Government. The ACTFA committee is happy to help any clubs or coaches put these plans together. Contact [email protected] for assistance.

08.01.2022 Would people prefer to have the 2020 trophies handed out at the Canberra Day tournament? (possibly after the last medal ceremony on Saturday) or announced virtually after the AGM and passed on physically via clubs?

07.01.2022 ACT's 2020 Competition Season Given that National Competitions have been halted for this year because of the Coronavirus pandemic, the ACTFA committee is looking at whether we attempt to hold the rest of our Championships for this year. Please fill out the linked survey so the committee can determine the best course of action.... Regards, Cerri Murphy President, ACT Fencing Association Inc.

07.01.2022 Reminder: ACT All Ages Championships. Sunday 6th December at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre for fencers aged U23,U20,U17 and U15. At this stage we have enough registrations for Foil to proceed, however Sabre and Epee events will require more registrations to proceed. Events will be mixed and with all ages fencing in the same the same pool. Medals will be awarded in each age group following completion of DE rounds.... Time of events are Foil 9:00am Sabre 11:00am Epee 2:00pm. Fencers must be affiliated with their state federation. Register at Registernow at: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=41598 Flyer at: https://www.actfa.org.au//1262-act-2020-all-ages-champions

07.01.2022 Results for ACT State Veteran's Championships -Epee (23 Oct) Richard Bryson - Engarde Grant McKay - ANU Gary Webster - Masters Justin Crowley - Engarde... Reminder Sabre Veteran's State Championships on this Friday (30 Oct) hosted by Masters Club at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre. Details, including flyer can be found on actfa.org.au https://www.actfa.org.au/.../1260-2020-act-veteran... Registration is open on RegisterNow at: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=41143 See more

06.01.2022 Comp about to start. Remember Jeff is here for all your equipment needs.

06.01.2022 Entry is now open for the 2021 ACTFA State Open, Veteran and Novice Epee, Foil and Sabre Championships to be held on Friday 5th Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th March at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre (299 Soward Way, Greenway ACT). Great opportunity for our Novice fencers to compete in the first comp of the year. Details, including equipment requirements can be found at https://www.actfa.org.au//1264-2021-canberra-day-tournamen All fencers must be registered with their State As...sociation. Register online at https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=42493 Fencer lists will be published on ACTFA.org.au as entries are received. See more

06.01.2022 The latest news from AFF

05.01.2022 Day 2 has started with Novice Epee and there are free scones.

04.01.2022 What challenge can you set yourself to achieve in 3 weeks?

03.01.2022 Phase 2.1 has been announced to start midnight on 29 May 2020. The highlights pointed out in the webinar today by Rebecca Kelley, Executive Branch Manager of Sport and Recreation: Small group size increased to 20 participants +1 coach (plus 1 parent spectator for each minor participant) indoor sport venues can operate with 1 group in each discreet space (must have walls that limit airflow between spaces- curtain dividers don't count) continue with the "get in, train, get out..." approach maintain 1.5m physical distance & 4 msq per person keep up hygiene practices be careful of communal areas clean equipment after use consider how people will enter and exit the training space write a Return To Play plan ACT Sports are happy to help with writing the plan publish the RTP plan on website, social media, and email to members Phase 2.2 is expected to go ahead on June 19th, bringing group numbers up to 50. Phase 3 could be approved in July, which will allow for competitions to occur. What does this mean for ACT fencing? Clubs need to write a Return To Play plan, indicating how their activities will fit within the ASC framework, and have it approved by both ACT Sports and AFF. The ACTFA committee and ACT Sports are available to help with these plans. After your plan has been approved, you can publish it and recommence training activities.

03.01.2022 Following yesterday's announcement of restrictions on informal sport been carefully eased, sporting organisations (including peak bodies and individual clubs),... activity providers and venues are asked to prepare a ‘Return to Play in a COVID-Safe Environment’ plan to support the resumption of sporting activity in their specific context. This plan should detail how, in a sport-specific setting, activity will be delivered under this first phase, and any subsequent phases. This framework should provide clear and consistent guidelines for participants, coaches and volunteers, while also providing confidence to participants that their activity is being conducted safely and in accordance with requirements. To support your organisation's development of a "Return to Play in a COVID-safe Environment" plan please access a framework for community sport linked here: https://bit.ly/3buAfkb

03.01.2022 2020 ACT State Veteran Championships. The 2020 ACT Veteran Championships will be held over 3 Friday evening 16th(Foil), 23rd(Epee) and 30th(Sabre) October, hosted by Masters Club at the Tuggeranong Archery Centre. Details, including flyer can be found on actfa.org.au https://www.actfa.org.au//1260-2020-act-veteran-championsh Registration is open on RegisterNow at: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=41143

03.01.2022 Sports Medicine Australia is holding a FREE Concussion in Community Sport workshop on Saturday 20 February 2021 at the University of Canberra The workshop is free and open to everyone, with registrations now open: https://bit.ly/3j8H7ZR

02.01.2022 Daily livestream with topics relevant to clubs and athletes

02.01.2022 We suggest all clubs fill out this survey to help the Australian Sports Foundation, so that they can help you and your sports club!

02.01.2022 ACT Fencing community. Due to demand, Sports Medicine Australia and St John's Ambulance are unable to provide first aid coverage for the ACT open on the weekend. We are therefore putting a call out if anyone is willing to be or knows someone who would be able to be first aid co-ordinator on Saturday and Sunday. Requirement is to have a first aid certificate and be a central co-ordination point and if required treat minor injuries eg strains cuts etc and co-ordinate the calling of an Ambulance if required. Attendance would be required from 9:00am until event end (around 5:00pm each day). A first aid kit, ice and strapping will be provided. We would provide a suitable person $200 per day allowance. If you or someone you know is interested email [email protected]

02.01.2022 The ACTFA committee would like to extend thanks to all the volunteers who help keep our sport going through good and bad circumstances. Though there has been little activity in recent times, we know that, with the amazing volunteers we have, we will get back on the piste as soon as we can safely do so.