Kit Requirements:
BF guidance ( https://www.britishfencing.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Safety-Guidelines-2024.pdf).
In summary you will need:
• All weapons: 350 N Uniform with 800N under plastrons.
• Size 2 (Sabre) and Size 3 (foil) weapons: In the latter stages of the competition weapons will be weighted and gauge checked.
• Masks All masks must be in good condition inc. elastic and safe. The two rear safety system is not required for this competition.
• Sabre: Sabre lame and mask. 800N glove and mask wire
• Foil: Foil lame is required, mask with a conductive bib is not required. Fencers wearing a chest protector don’t need the padded covering for that item for this competition.
• Referees will check plastron, glove and mask on piste.
• All other kit must be safe and not have holes in it.
It is NOT a requirement to have your name and country displayed on the back of your lame or jacket.
Youth York Open 2025
U14 sabre and foil competition. Open to all U14s, whether you are chasing GBR ranking points or entering your first competition - everyone is welcome!
Following on from the success of the first of the new York Open competion in 2025, we are proud to be able to offer a competion for younger fencers. The competition is on Sunday 23rd November at the York Railway Institute.