The OFA is pleased to welcome you, in partnership with Niagara Swords Fencing Club, to the 2025 Ontario Provincial Championships in Thorold, Ontario.
Dates
Saturday, June 7, 2025 & Sunday, June 8, 2025
Venue
Canada Games Park
2021 Canada Games Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
https://goo.gl/maps/7c8PpRSRkkRTf1n17
Doors open at 7:00 am Saturday and Sunday
Events
• Cadet (-17) (born 2008 – 2011)
• Junior (-20) (born 2005 – 2011)
• Senior (13+) (born 2011 and earlier)
• Veteran (40+) (born 1985 and earlier)
Registration
Register now: https://www.askfred.net/tournaments/6b5bc7eb-83e3-4a80-886a-8e13e5dc8a1e
Registration closes Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 11:59pm.
Late fees will be applied after this date.
Fees
$50 Administration Fee +
$75 Per Event Fee
+$10 for the age category D.E (Veteran only)
Late registration fees (after June 1 st): $180 per event
Schedule
Competition Format
Seeding into pools of 6 or 7 will be based first on the top 8 fencers with CFF HPP rankings, then the CFF domestic ranking for the category (Cadet, Junior, Senior, Veteran).
For those participants without a CFF HPP or CFF domestic ranking, the OFA ranking will be used.
The Directoire Technique (DT) reserves the right to make adjustments to the seeding based upon exceptional circumstances (e.g. former national team member without a ranking, foreign fencers).
In cases where pools of 6 or 7 are not possible, the DT will determine the most practicable format, while ensuring to optimize competition.
All events will have one round of pools, with all participants promoted.
Advancement into Direct Elimination will be ranked on the results from the pools in accordance with FIE rules.
Medals will be awarded to the top four spots of the event.
There is no fencing for third place.
Events are planned as separate events but may be combined if there are fewer than 6 registrants in one gender. If combined, both a combined and separate women’s DE will be held.
Should the events occur on separate days, participants of the later event will be notified no later than 7 days before the event and given the option of combining with the other gendered event, or a refund of event fees.
Veteran events
One round of pool with all participants promoted.
The Veteran direct elimination competition will be open and by age category and is organized according to the results of the pools.
Separate men’s/women’s age category DE events will be held if there are at least 4 fencers; otherwise, only a combined DE will be held.
• Open Veteran
• 40+ (age 40-49)
• 50+ (ages 50 -59)
• 60+ (ages 60 – 69)
• 70+
Participants that enter in multiple events may be required to fence multiple bouts without breaks.
Should conflicts arise, participants may be asked to withdraw from an event.
If you are registered in multiple events, you must CONFIRM your check-in for each event; please do NOT assume that if you are checked into your first event that you are automatically checked into subsequent events.
Results from the Veteran, Senior, Junior, Cadet events will be submitted to CFF for domestic rankings.
Results will also be included in the OFA rankings.
License
All participants are required to have an active Competitive CFF/OFA Fencing License or an equivalent license from the participant’s home federation.
All Canadian fencers are expected to hold a Canadian license.
You may purchase/renew your license via the Canadian Fencing Federation website in real time.
All international participants are required to present documentation confirming that they hold an active membership with their home federation, or a current, active FIE license.
Equipment
Refer to the CFF domestic competition equipment standards: https://fencing.ca/cff-domestic-competition-equipment-standards/
Vendor
There will not be a vendor at this event.
Food
A café is available in the venue and alternative food options are available within walking distance of the venue.
Parking
Parking is free at the venue.
Results
Results for all events will be published live at www.fencingtimelive.com
General
Please note that the OFA supports and encourages all athletes who want to get involved in the fencing community in Ontario in a supportive and safe environment.
Any spectators, parents, coaches, or individuals who have an inappropriate and/or disrespectful attitude towards an official, tournament organizer, or staff member will be excluded from the competition.
In collaboration with the City of Numazu, the Ontario Fencing Association (OFA) is thrilled to invite Ontario U9, U11, U13, U15, and U17 fencers, along with their families, to an international training camp in Numazu, near Mount Fuji!
Organized by the City of Numazu and the Numazu Fencing Club, this exceptional event offers young athletes the chance to:
• Train and compete internationally
• Meet top Japanese fencers
• Discover new cultures and create unforgettable memories
SPECIAL OFFER – ACT FAST!
The first 9 athletes to register will receive FREE hotel and meals for the entire stay!
Program Schedule
• July 9: Arrival in Japan
• July 10: Half-day training camp
• July 11: Half-day training camp
• July 12–13: Tournament Days
• July 14: Free day for sightseeing
• July 15: Departure
Competition Details
Compete against top Japanese athletes in a national-level competition.
Age Categories
• U10: Born 2016–2017
• U12: Born 2014–2015
• U14: Born 2012–2013
• U17: Born 2009–2012 (Sabre only)
Venue & Hotel
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Numazu
More info: Hotel Website
OFA Coaching Staff
• Elliott Rae (Vango Fencing Club)
• Possible additional coaches depending on registrations
Travel
• OFA will coordinate group flights for athletes, staff, and families.
• Valid passports are required.
Registration Steps
- Confirm participation by emailing Benjamin Mañano at tech_coordinator@fencingontario.ca.
- Pay admin fees https://ontariofencingassociation.wufoo.com/forms/m1myunnh19e3sgy/
Note: Each athlete must be accompanied by at least one adult.
Estimated Costs
• Admin fee: $250
• Flight: ~$3,000
• Hotel (6 nights, full board): ~$200/day
REMINDER: First 9 athletes to register will have their hotel and meals completely covered!
Travel to Japan
https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/japan
Numazu Fencing
https://www.facebook.com/fencingcitynumazu/
https://www.ca.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/Tokyo_2020_Host_Towns.html##numazu
