Check in timings Epee - check-in times close at: U10 and U12 - 9:15 U14 - 10:15 U16 and U18 - 9:45 Foil – check-in times close for all ages at 10:45 For the poules, we are amalgamating age and gender

groups, to increase the amount of fencing for the competition. IMPORTANT  - If you are running late on

the day please call 07789 926633 This is a Sussex County Competition, only open to those who live or fence

in Sussex . Format: 1

round of pools followed by direct elimination. Subject to numbers, pools may be

of mixed sex/age group

The entry fee includes a £5.00 administration fee,

which is non-refundable . Please note you may ONLY enter this

event if you are registered as part of a Sussex Club, or live in Sussex.

No refunds will be given for incorrect entries . Any other refunds will be

at the discretion of the organisers, dependent on circumstances.  The closing

date for entries is currently 10th April but this may be brought

forward if weapon groups become full. A waiting list system will then be

put in place.

Requirements: BFA 'Compete' level membership

(will be checked online) will be required. For information visit - fencers join the BFA online .  All fencing

clothing and equipment must comply with BFA regulations click here   - https://britishfencing.com/uploads/files/jan18_approved_safety_guidelines.pdf

Please be

aware of with the following Safety information. A

fencer will be only be permitted one of the following in the hall (at any

one time) - parent/guardian or coach.

We will be

ensuring the following:

There

is adequate ventilation / air flow in the hall. There

is enough space for people  within the hall. It may be therefore be

necessary, at times, to limit the number of people in the field of play. Spectators may be required to view the competition from the large viewing area that

overlooks the hall. Main

fencing bags will be stored in allocated areas, to ensure space in

available within the field of play.

Description supplied by the event organiser.