BAF AGM 2015

The British Academy of Fencing is saddened to hear of the passing of Jean MacLardy. Jean began fencing at a housewives group in 1971. From this beginner’s introductory class she went on to pass her SAFU and BAF coaching exams. She coached many youngsters in her time starting some international fencers on their paths to…

The Academy extends its congratulations to Professor Sue Benney on the outstanding achievement of her pupil Philip Marsh in winning the Junior World Title in Men’s Epee (Jordan 2011).   

Bob Anderson obituary here.  If any members have memories or photos to add, they will be gratefully received.

​It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Prof. John Sanders, who passed away at the age of 87 last Thursday. He was a Life Member of the BAF and, to date, the youngest person to have become a Maître d’Armes of the BAF. Additionally he was the coach of…

FENCING COACH POSITION IN OULU, FINLAND The fencing club of Oulu, Finland, is looking to hire a professional fencing coach. The position is at first three months from September 2011 – November 2011, and if the experience is positive, is made permanent from January 2012 onwards. More details HERE