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Type of armed combat sport
Fencing is a combat sport that features sword fighting. It consists of three primary disciplines: foil, épée, and sabre (also spelled saber), each with
Fencing
Weapon and type of modern fencing
A foil is one of the three weapons used in the sport of fencing. It is a flexible weapon of total length 110 cm (43 in) or under, rectangular in cross
Foil_(fencing)
Involuntary reflexive response due to brain injury
The fencing response is an unnatural position of the arms following a concussion. Immediately after moderate forces have been applied to the brainstem
Fencing_response
Sword fight between two male members of different fraternities with sharp weapons
Academic fencing (German: akademisches Fechten) or Mensur is the traditional kind of fencing practised by some student corporations (Studentenverbindungen)
Academic_fencing
Isolation of malfunctioning computer resources
Fencing is the process of isolating a node of a computer cluster or protecting shared resources when a node appears to be malfunctioning. As the number
Fencing_(computing)
Mating ritual in hermaphroditic flatworms
Penis fencing is a mating behavior engaged in by many species of flatworm, such as Pseudobiceros hancockanus. Species which engage in the practice are
Penis_fencing
a glossary of terms used in fencing. Contents A B C D E F G H I J L M N O P Q R S T V W Y Historical and foreign fencing terminology German Italian See
Glossary_of_fencing
Set of protocols and behaviors used in competitive fencing
Fencing practice and techniques of modern competitive fencing are governed by the International Fencing Federation (FIE), though they developed from conventions
Fencing_rules
Martial arts of European origin
16th centuries), followed by French, English, and Scottish schools of fencing in the modern period (17th and 18th centuries). The Swedish HEMA Association
Historical European martial arts
Historical_European_martial_arts
Freestanding structure preventing movement across a boundary
other landscaping Boundary fencing, to demarcate a piece of real property Newt fencing, amphibian fencing, drift fencing or turtle fence, a low fence
Fence
Weapon and type of modern fencing
both pronounced /ˈseɪbər/) is one of the three disciplines of modern fencing alongside foil and epee. The sabre weapon is for thrusting and cutting
Sabre_(fencing)
Fencing bladework maneuver
A parry is a fencing bladework maneuver intended to deflect or block an incoming attack. To execute a parry, fencers strike the opponent's foible, or
Parry_(fencing)
Structure used to mark and enforce a boundary
perimeter fencing include: Chain-link fencing Metal railings Palisade fencing Rolled mesh fencing Timber fencing Welded wire mesh fence fencing Vertical
Perimeter_fence
Fencing practiced by women
Women's fencing is the sport of fencing by women. Although most martial sports were predominantly male, women's fencing and swordplay can be traced back
Women's_fencing
International fencing competition
The 56th FIE Fencing World Cup event began in September 2026 and will conclude in March 2027. Color key World Cup Color key World Cup Color key World
2026–27_Fencing_World_Cup
One-handed thrusting sword
of nobility or gentleman status. As fencing spread throughout Western Europe, important sources for rapier fencing arose in Spain, known under the term
Rapier
Person who buys stolen goods to resell
legally-obtained items of the same type. Fencing is illegal in all countries, but proving a violation of anti-fencing laws can be difficult. The fence, or
Fence_(criminal)
Evolution of ancient battlefield combat into an organised sport
references date fencing schools back to the 12th century. Modern fencing originated in the 18th century, influenced by the Italian school of fencing of the Renaissance
History_of_fencing
International fencing governing body
International Fencing Federation (Fédération Internationale d'Escrime) commonly known by the acronym FIE, is the international governing body of Olympic fencing. Today
International Fencing Federation
International_Fencing_Federation
Skills of a person versed in the art of the sword
The term is modern, and as such was mainly used to refer to smallsword fencing, but by extension it can also be applied to any martial art involving the
Swordsmanship
Fencing competitions
Olympic Games - Fencing Competition Program" (PDF). International Fencing Federation. Retrieved 26 October 2026. "Athletes - Fencing". Retrieved 2026-10-23
Fencing at the 2026 Summer Youth Olympics
Fencing_at_the_2026_Summer_Youth_Olympics
International fencing competition
Fencing Championships (also known as Senior Fencing World Championships) is an annual competition in fencing organized by the International Fencing Federation
World_Fencing_Championships
Weapon and type of modern fencing
is the largest and heaviest of the three weapons used in the sport of fencing. The modern épée derives from the 19th-century épée de combat, a weapon
Épée
1988 historical novel by Arturo Pérez-Reverte
The Fencing Master is a 1988 historical novel by Spanish writer Arturo Pérez-Reverte set in Madrid, Spain in 1868. Amid the political turmoil of the Glorious
The_Fencing_Master
Movement or approach used in competitive fencing
Tactics are important to modern fencing and although technique is important in the sport, use of varying tactics helps fencers make the most of that technique
Fencing_tactics
Used to keep animals in or out of an area
depending on terrain, location, and animals to be confined. Most agricultural fencing is about 4 feet (1.2 m) high, and in some places, the height and construction
Agricultural_fencing
South German fencing tradition
The German school of fencing (Deutsche Schule; Kunst des Fechtens) is a system of combat taught in the Holy Roman Empire during the Late Medieval, German
German_school_of_fencing
Decision criterion used in fencing
Priority or right of way is the decision criterion used in foil and sabre fencing to determine which fencer receives the touch, or point, when both fencers
Priority_(fencing)
Temporary enclosure of a place
Temporary fencing is a free-standing, self-supporting fence panel system. The panels are held together with couplers that interlock panels together, making
Temporary_fencing
Fencing has been contested at every Summer Olympic Games since the birth of the modern Olympic movement at the 1896 Summer Olympics in Athens. There are
Fencing at the Summer Olympics
Fencing_at_the_Summer_Olympics
Style of fencing
Classical fencing is the style of fencing as it existed during the 19th and early 20th centuries. According to the 19th-century fencing master Louis Rondelle
Classical_fencing
Type of woven metal fencing
Barnard, Bishop & Barnards was established in Norwich to produce chain-link fencing by machine. The process was developed by Charles Barnard in 1844 based
Chain-link_fencing
Topics referred to by the same term
Machete fencing may refer to: Colombian grima in Colombia Juego del garrote in Venezuela Tire machèt in Haiti This disambiguation page lists articles
Machete_fencing
Annual fencing competition
Asian Fencing Championships is the fencing zonal championship organized by the Asian Fencing Confederation for the Asia-Oceania zone. The first Asian Fencing
Asian_Fencing_Championships
Systems creating virtual barriers for animals and wildlife safety
Virtual fencing in livestock management is a technology that uses GPS-enabled collars and software to create movable, invisible boundaries that guide
Virtual_fencing_(livestock)
Collegiate fencing tournament
The NCAA fencing championships are contested at an annual competition organized by the National Collegiate Athletic Association to determine the team
NCAA_fencing_championships
Financial management technique
In business and finance, ringfencing or ring-fencing occurs when a portion of a company's assets or profits are financially separated without necessarily
Ringfencing
Fencing in India started with the foundation of the Fencing Association of India in 1974. It was recognized by the Indian Government in 1997. It is affiliated
Fencing_in_India
Wheelchair fencing at the 2026 Asian Para Games was held at the Nagoya City Inae Sports Center in Nagoya, Japan, from 19 to 24 October 2026. A total of
Wheelchair fencing at the 2026 Asian Para Games
Wheelchair_fencing_at_the_2026_Asian_Para_Games
International fencing competition
The 55th FIE Fencing World Cup event began in October 2025 and will conclude in May 2026. Color key World Cup Color key World Cup Color key World
2025–26_Fencing_World_Cup
Sports event in Hong Kong
The 2026 World Fencing Championships were held from 22 to 30 July 2026 in Hong Kong. Twelve events were held. * Host nation (Hong Kong) "HK lands
2026 World Fencing Championships
2026_World_Fencing_Championships
Fencing technique
The flèche /ˈflɛʃ/ is an aggressive attacking technique in fencing, used with foil and épée. In a flèche, a fencer transfers their weight onto their front
Flèche_(fencing)
Type of fence made of split timber logs
lengthwise into rails and typically used for agricultural or decorative fencing. Such fences require much more timber than other types of fences, and so
Split-rail_fence
Performances of fighting and large-scale battles
fights in cinema include performances of archery, classical fencing, historical fencing, martial arts, close combat, and duels in general, as well as
Combat_in_film
Roadside wildlife deterrent system using sound and light signals
Wildlife virtual fencing is a roadside wildlife protection technology that is intended to reduce wildlife–vehicle collisions by deterring animals from
Wildlife_virtual_fencing
Fencing variation for disabled athletes
Para fencing, previously known as wheelchair fencing, is a version of fencing for athletes with a disability. It is governed by the World Abilitysport
Wheelchair_fencing
Part of sporting foil or épée
In fencing, the grip is the part of the weapon which is gripped by the fencer's hand. There are two types of grips commonly used today in competitive
Grip_(sport_fencing)
Fencing competition
The Fencing World Cup is an international fencing competition held by the International Fencing Federation since 1968/1972 for seniors, 1987 for juniors
Fencing_World_Cup
Historical fencing style
Rapier combat is a style of historical fencing practiced in the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). The primary focus is to study, replicate and compete
SCA_rapier_combat
Attacking technique in fencing
footwork technique used with all three fencing weapons: foil, épée and sabre. It is common to all contemporary fencing styles. The lunge is executed by kicking
Lunge_(fencing)
International fencing competition
The Commonwealth Fencing Championships is a fencing event held in the Commonwealth of Nations. Following the removal of fencing as a core sport within
Commonwealth Fencing Championships
Commonwealth_Fencing_Championships
International fencing event
The European Fencing Championships is an annual top-level European fencing competition organized by the European Fencing Confederation. The first competition
European Fencing Championships
European_Fencing_Championships
Professional fencing organization founded in 2025
The World Fencing League (WFL) is a professional fencing organization founded in late 2025 by British-born American Olympic fencer Miles Chamley-Watson
World_Fencing_League
historical fencing master who earned the rank of Master of Arms (Maestro d'Armi) through the Martinez Academy of Arms and continues to study fencing under
Jared_Kirby_(fencing)
Metal fence
popular choice as lightweight, durable fence and railing structure. Aluminum fencing is used for both commercial and residential use. Aluminum fence is generally
Aluminum_fencing
Moveable section of light fence
panel" or simply "fence section" are used to describe moveable sections of fencing intended for agricultural use and crowd control; "hurdle" refers primarily
Hurdle
Haitian martial art
Tire machèt ("pull [the] machete") is a Haitian martial art; a form of fencing with machetes. The origin of the practice lies in the Haitian Revolution
Tire_machèt
Fencing was present at the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm, Sweden. There were, five fencing events that were contested. Because the rules of fencing
Fencing at the 1912 Summer Olympics
Fencing_at_the_1912_Summer_Olympics
Type of steel fencing wire constructed with sharp edges or points
Barbed wire is a type of steel fencing wire constructed with sharp edges or points arranged at intervals along the strands. Its primary use is the construction
Barbed_wire
American fencer (born 1991)
and attended Montclair High School ('10). There, he fenced épée for the fencing team. Hadzic then attended Columbia University. There, he fenced épée for
Alen_Hadzic
New Zealand agricultural technology company
solar-powered cattle collars and farm management software for virtual fencing, animal monitoring, and pasture management. It is based in Auckland. Halter
Halter_(company)
Type of fencing sword
plural Fechtfedern) is a type of training sword used in Fechtschulen (fencing schools) of the German Renaissance. The type has existed since at least
Feder_(fencing)
German fencing master
Lichtnauer, Hans Lichtenawer) was a German fencing master who had a great level of influence on the German fencing tradition in the 14th century. Liechtenauer
Johannes_Liechtenauer
Governing body of fencing in Wales
Fencing is the national governing body of fencing in Wales. In 2003 it had 34 affiliated clubs, with 260 adult and 559 junior members. Welsh Fencing organises
Welsh_Fencing
There is some evidence on historical fencing as practised in Scotland in the Early Modern Era, especially fencing with the Scottish basket-hilted broadsword
Historical fencing in Scotland
Historical_fencing_in_Scotland
Shock barrier to contain animals or people
caught by the fencing material, causing electrified barbed wire to be made unlawful in some areas. Synthetic webbing and rope-like fencing materials woven
Electric_fence
FIE fencing competition
Juniors Fencing Championships are an annual international fencing competition held by the International Fencing Federation. Junior World Fencing Championships
World Cadets and Juniors Fencing Championships
World_Cadets_and_Juniors_Fencing_Championships
Hong Kong meteorologist (1939–2008)
excelled in his studies and sports. He started fencing and influenced his brother Bruce to take up fencing lessons with him when Bruce was around 11 to
Peter_Lee_Jung-sum
Newt fencing is a barrier designed to control the movement of great crested newts, other amphibians or reptiles. It can also be called drift fencing or
Newt_fencing
Fencing governing body in Europe
The European Fencing Confederation (EFC; French: Confédération Européenne d'Escrime, CEE) is the continental governing body for fencing in Europe. Founded
European Fencing Confederation
European_Fencing_Confederation
The women's team foil was one of eight fencing events on the fencing at the 1964 Summer Olympics programme. It was the second appearance of the event
Fencing at the 1964 Summer Olympics – Women's team foil
Fencing_at_the_1964_Summer_Olympics_–_Women's_team_foil
Playing area used in modern fencing
In modern fencing, the piste or strip is the playing area. Regulations require the piste to be 14 metres long and 1.5 metres wide. The last two metres
Piste_(fencing)
Overview of and topical guide to fencing
provided as an overview of and topical guide to fencing, a family of combat sports using bladed weapons. Fencing is one of four sports which have been featured
Outline_of_fencing
Barrier built to exclude certain types of animal pests
climbed; furthermore, sometimes it is necessary to create a subsurface fencing element to prevent burrowing under the fence. Fences are usually designed
Pest-exclusion_fence
Hungarian-born American photographer and Olympic saber fencer
Metropolitan Saber Fencing Championship in 1934, 1942, 1950, and 1951. In addition to the NYAC, he fenced for the Washington Square Fencing Club, the Fencers
Nickolas_Muray
American inventor (1898–1956)
inventor notable for patenting the first method for weaving chain-link fencing. In 1930, Mafera filed an application for a "method of forming wire fence
Frank_J._Mafera
Governing body of fencing in Russia
The Russian Fencing Federation (RFF; Russian: Федерация Фехтования России (ФФР), romanized: Federatsiya Fekhtovaniya Rossii (FFR) is the governing body
Russian_Fencing_Federation
American fencer (born 1994)
Pan American champion, and 2019 team world champion who is currently the fencing coach for the Stanford Cardinal. A four-time Olympian, Massialas first
Alexander_Massialas
Fencing championships in Saudi Arabia
The 2024 Veteran Fencing World Championships took place from 11 to 17 October 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. * Host nation (United Arab Emirates)
2024 Veteran Fencing World Championships
2024_Veteran_Fencing_World_Championships
in all kinds of fencing events, and the International Fencing Federation, Asian Fencing Federation, and other international fencing organizations. The
Chinese_Fencing_Association
"Fencing – Competition Schedule" (PDF). Aichi–Nagoya 2026. 26 September 2026. Retrieved 2 October 2026. "Kazakhstan's Kirill Prokhodov wins fencing silver
Fencing at the 2026 Asian Games – Men's individual épée
Fencing_at_the_2026_Asian_Games_–_Men's_individual_épée
Fence surrounding a swimming pool
types, using a variety of materials. Aluminum Steel Glass Vinyl / PVC fencing Mesh They can be slotted to allow visibility or solid for privacy. Countries
Pool_fence
Fencing competition in Genoa, Italy
European Fencing Championships − Men's Foil" (PDF). European Fencing Confederation. 16 June 2025. Retrieved 1 October 2025. "2025 European Fencing Championships
2025 European Fencing Championships
2025_European_Fencing_Championships
The Intercollegiate Fencing Association (IFA) was the oldest collegiate fencing conference in the United States. It was affiliated with the Eastern College
Intercollegiate Fencing Association
Intercollegiate_Fencing_Association
Technique used in theatre to create the illusion of physical combat
equipment. In the Late Middle Ages, staged fencing bouts, with or without choreography, became popular with fencing schools. Some German fechtbuch ("combat
Stage_combat
Italian fencer
Duchy of Tuscany – 1802, Twickenham, England), was an Italian sword and fencing master who became the celebrated swordsman of mid-eighteenth English society
Domenico_Angelo
Fencing team for the University of Notre Dame
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish fencing team represents the University of Notre Dame in collegiate fencing. The Irish compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference
Notre Dame Fighting Irish fencing
Notre_Dame_Fighting_Irish_fencing
2003 Hong Kong TV series or program
Hearts of Fencing (當四葉草碰上劍尖時) is a 2003 television drama on Hong Kong station Television Broadcasts Limited. The series, targeted at an audience of teenagers
Hearts_of_Fencing
French-American fencer (1924–1974)
Olympic fencing teams in 1964, 1968, and 1972. Internationally recognized for his achievements in the sport and his regular contributions to fencing publications
Michel_Alaux
Para fencing (called wheelchair fencing prior to 2025) has been contested at every Summer Paralympic Games since they were first held in 1960. The sport
Fencing at the Summer Paralympics
Fencing_at_the_Summer_Paralympics
Temporal reflex action in infants usually for a period of about six months
vanishes around 6 months of age. It is also known as the bow and arrow or "fencing reflex" because of the characteristic position of the infant's arms and
Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
Asymmetrical_tonic_neck_reflex
British fencing personality
known as Pat Aiyenuro, is a British fencing club chair and fencing team manager who she has developed the sport of fencing in the UK over two decades, making
Patricia_Aiyenuro
universities with NCAA-sanctioned fencing teams. Starting in 2025–26, the NCAA has reinstated separate men's and women's fencing championship, after having held
List_of_NCAA_fencing_schools
Part of the blade in fencing
In fencing, forte (from the Romance root meaning "strong") is "the strong part" of the blade—the one-third closest to the hilt. The "strength" refers
Forte_(fencing)
Malaysian chess player (born 2007)
and Putrajaya(1). In 2015, he took up fencing. On August 23, 2015, Amir Faiz Amirul in his first ever fencing competition he'd participated in won the
Amir_Faiz_Amirul
Italian fencer
Friuli – 31 March 1948 in Verona) was an Italian fencing master and reformer. His teacher was fencing master Giuseppe Radaelli, who trained him to be a
Luigi_Barbasetti
Jacket used for detecting hits in fencing
In modern fencing, a lamé is an electrically conductive jacket worn by foil and sabre fencers in order to define the scoring area and register contact
Lamé_(fencing)
Instructions on how to fight
William Hope, The Scots Fencing Master (the Complete Smallswordsman) (1687) Sir William Hope, Advice to his Scholar from the Fencing Master (1692) Sir William
Martial_arts_manual
legendary fencing teacher and popularizer, founder of Santelli salle in New York City. Italo Santelli, fencing master who revolutionized sabre fencing and developed
List_of_fencers
Sports competition
INTERNATIONAL FENCING FEDERATION. Retrieved 9 October 2026. "FENCING FOR LIFE: GLOBAL VETERAN FENCING LEADERS TO GATHER IN TBILISI". INTERNATIONAL FENCING FEDERATION
2026 Veteran Fencing World Championships
2026_Veteran_Fencing_World_Championships
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