Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club hosted its first In-House Beginner Class Tournament of the 2025 - 2026 school year this weekend! Eighteen young fencers participated in two age groups, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and great sportsmanship to the event.

About the Event

This tournament was the perfect opportunity for the young fencers in our Beginner Classes to experience competition in a friendly, supportive environment. Children were able to apply the skills learned in class to real bouts and were introduced to the mechanics of fencing competition - from scoring and refereeing to sportsmanship and ceremony.

It was also a wonderful opportunity for our older fencers to give back to the club community by refereeing the bouts and helping guide the younger participants through their first competitive experience. Their mentorship and encouragement made the day especially meaningful and showed what BBFC’s supportive fencing culture is all about.

Parents and siblings were invited to watch and cheer, creating a fun and festive atmosphere. For the coaches, it was a valuable chance to observe student progress, assess technique under pressure, and celebrate how far each child has come.

Recognition & Rewards

Medals were awarded to the top finishers in each category, and every participant received a prize to commemorate their hard work and courage on the strip. Most importantly, almost everyone left smiling - inspired to keep improving and excited for the next event!

🏅 Medalists

Y10/Y12
1st - Cassandra
2nd - Eva
3rd - Leela

Y8
1st - Sadie
2nd - Ethan
3rd - Evan
3rd - Ziv