Gold Coast Fencing Academy

Congratulations to our GCFA fencers for a great turnout and winning silver and bronze in the Novice Epee juniors 2026!

Well done!

📣 AFF has announced key National Competition Policy updates for the 2026/27 season.

Highlights include:
⚔️ New Under 13 national competitions
🏆 New Youth championship competitions
👨‍🏫 Coach competition accreditation requirements
🛡️ Updated equipment and safety standards
📍 Updated residency and representation rules

These changes are designed to strengthen athlete development, improve safety and support a consistent national competition experience.

🔗 Full details: https://www.ausfencing.org/media-release-key-changes-to-the-aff-national-competition-policies-for-2026-27-season/

At the QFA end of the year dinner celebration!

Sad day!

Time to find out who’s more Aus…

Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! Let’s go , , -Mae!

🏅 The 2026 QFA Novice Circuit is here!

Ready to take the next step in your fencing journey? Registrations are now open for the QFA Novice Circuit!

Designed for fencers with up to three years of experience, these competitions are a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable competition experience in a supportive and welcoming environment for those who have not competed before.

Upcoming events:
⚔️ Novice Épée & Sabre
📅 When: 8 August 2026
⏰ Early bird registration deadline: 11:59pm, 28 July

⚔️ Novice Foil
📅 When: 15 August 2026
⏰ Early bird registration deadline: 11:59pm, 4 August

Important reminders:
✅ Open to QFA Club, School, Junior and Senior members
✅ Register via JustFence (no walk-in entries)
✅ Fencers must bring their own electric equipment and full fencing whites
✅ Arrive at least 30 minutes before your event start time

🔗 Register now: https://justfence.justgo.com/Account.mvc/SignIn

Whether it's your first competition or you're looking to build your experience on the piste, we look forward to seeing you there!

Congratulations to our GCFA fencers who competed in the recent QFA individual schools competition!