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WFencing is pleased to announce our lead coaches for the 2026 WFencing Colloquium for Coaches and Athletes. Welcome coaches Carissa Hammonds (epee), Sabrina Shapiro (foil), Jennifer Oldham (saber), and Jeff Kallio (parafencing). The Colloquium provides a collaborative environment where instructors exchange methodologies, pedagogical techniques, and strategies for elevating every tier of competitive sport fencing. Our curriculum spans collective drills, private instruction, an

WFencing is excited to announce an opening for our first Part-Time Executive Director — a remote, flexible role for a mission-driven leader ready to help shape the future of our organization. About the Role This is a contract (1099) position requiring 30-40 hours per month, fully remote, with compensation of $40-50/hour and growth potential tied to fundraising success. The initial term is six months, renewable based on performance. What You'll Do The Executive Director will d

The USA Fencing Board of Directors Election is now open. We urge WFencing members to use their voting power. Who can vote? All members of USA Fencing who meet the eligibility qualifications to vote should have received emails with voting information. Why is this important? Board of Directors serve important roles, especially in non-profits such as USA Fencing. Boards are the “oversight committee” making sure that the legal responsibilities of the organization are upheld and

Life is tough, on and off the fencing strip. Some ideas on what to do.

Happy New Year! And a look back on WFencing in 2025...

Meet new & returning board members

WFencing Board Elections Run-off -- read more

The candidate slate and timeline for the 2025 WFencing Board of Directors Election is announced.

Coaching professional development WFencing Learning Pods start next Monday! Learn more about the Pods and the Leaders. Register today!

WFencing is here to help find calm in the chaos and remind us why we love our sport of fencing and our community.

Since our last Year in Review post, you and your fencing club have probably cycled through several rounds of sickness, cancelled and...

Happy New Year!

Update on the chest protector project

As you are busy readying for the holidays, exams and/or packing for January NAC, here's one more thing to consider: USA Fencing's next...

Meet new & returning board members

The Impact of Title IX on Women Fencers and Coaches by Fencing Master Courtney Hurley OLY

Responding to hard hits fairly and without sexism

As a member-driven organization, electing strong leadership is an essential member responsibility. WFencing’s Board of Directors...

WFencing is looking for superstars like YOU! Run for the WFencing Board

Powerful women mentors grow powerful women coaches & athletes: WFencing proudly announces the 2024 Athena Project Mentors & Mentees