Excelsior Fencing Club
Brock Open 2025
Wednesday November 15th & 16th
Venue
Brock University, Walker Complex, Ian Beddis Gymnasium
1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way, St. Catharines, ON, L2S 3A1
Doors open at 7:00 AM Saturday and Sunday
Events
- Senior (Ages 13+) – YOB 2012 or earlier
- Junior (Ages 13-19) – YOB 2006 – 2012
- Cadet (Ages 13-16) – YOB 2009 – 2012
- Under 15 (Y14) (Ages 12-14) – YOB 2011 – 2013
- Veteran (Ages 39+) – YOB 1986 or earlier
Fees and Deadlines
$45 Administrative Fee + HST
Regular fee: $65 per event + HST
Late fee (November 1-9, 2025): $130 per event + HST
Last Minute fee (November 10-14): $195 per event + HST
Regular registration fee deadline: Friday, October 31, 2025, at 11:59pm.
Late registration fee deadline: Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 11:59pm.
Late and Last-Minute registrations will be accepted only at the discretion of the organizers between Saturday, November 1 and Friday, November 14, 2025.
Formats
All Events: One round of poules. Percentage elimination after poules at organizers discretion. Direct elimination to final. No match for 3rd.
For Veteran events, there will be no separate events or medals by age.
Format Notes:
- Any event with over 64 participants will have a minimum cut of 20%
- Events with less than 6 will be mixed.
- Event age restrictions are defined as of December 31 of the Current Season (2025)
Current Fencing Age Qualification = Current Season – Year of Birth
(Example: 2025 – 2012 = 13 years old)
Seeding
Events will be seeded using the CFF Domestic Ranking.
Participation in Multiple Events
Fencers are NOT permitted to fence in more than one event at the same time. Athletes may not take part in two (2) or more events in the same day unless their participation in the initial event has concluded prior to close registration/confirmation of any subsequent event. Should a conflict occur, athletes will forfeit the un-started event. Athletes entering multiple events on the same day do so at their own risk; no refunds shall be provided.
Refunds
Event fees will be refunded in full if the request is made by 11:59pm on October 31, 2025. Half of the event fees will be refunded if the request is made between November 1 and November 9, 2025. No fees will be refunded if the request is made after November 9, 2025.
No administrative fees will be refunded at any time.
License
All participants are required to have an active Competitive CFF/OFA Fencing License or an equivalent license from the participant’s home federation. All Canadian fencers are expected to hold a Canadian license.
You may purchase/renew your license via the Canadian Fencing Federation or the Ontario Fencing Association in real time. Licenses are updated in AskFred every 24 hours. Please ensure you purchase your license at least 48 hours ahead of the registration deadline to ensure acceptance without additional fees.
All international participants are required to present documentation confirming that they hold an active membership with their home federation, or a current, active FIE license.
Equipment Requirements
Refer to the CFF domestic competition equipment standards.
Vendor “Exciting Update”
IMEX will be in attendance as the vendor at this event.
Food
The Hungry Badger is available in the venue and other food options are available within walking distance.
Parking “Exciting Update”
FREE PARKING is available on site over the weekend. The closest lots are Lot D and Lot P.
Results
Results for all events will be published live at www.fencingtimelive.com.
General
Please note that the OFA supports and encourages all athletes who want to get involved in the fencing community in Ontario in a supportive and safe environment.
Any spectators, parents, coaches, or individuals who have an inappropriate and/or disrespectful attitude towards an official, tournament organizer, or staff member will be excluded from the competition.
Please note that there is very limited space for spectators in the gymnasium and no spectators shall interfere with the competition areas. Spectators may be asked to move to leave the competition area at the discretion of the officials and competition hosts to ensure safety for all participants and efficiency of the competition.
This competition will be run in accordance with the current FIE Regulations.
The DT and competition host retain the right to apply or modify these regulations.
This competition is sanctioned by the Ontario Fencing Association
**Please note: Maximums indicated for events are based on previous years’ actual numbers. These have been included to ensure no single event becomes too large to fit in the daily schedule.
We will review these numbers as registrations come in and adjust where possible while ensuring the schedule remains feasible for the best competition experience possible.
IMPORTANT for US or International Fencers
Fencers holding a valid USFA or International licence are eligible to register and attend this event. However, system limitations will not allow you to register without manual intervention on our end.
If you are interested in registering, please contact us directly at coach@fencingniagara.com and we can manage your registration.
Posted: 2025-10-28
2025 Annual General Meeting agenda
Wednesday November 5th
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
- Welcome (Andrew)
- City of Kitchener certificate of appreciation for 40 years of service.
- Acceptance of previous minutes.
- New member registration software (Andrew)
- Quick status update on Wellness living
- Welcome registrar: Angie Ferguson
- Membership fee for holiday months
- Armory statement (Irwin)
- Club wear (Rich and Irwin)
- Sale in progress at https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/catalog-list.html?a_shop_category%5B%5D=1104787&is_filter=1&k_business=611659 for our club wear.
- Coaches report (Brendan)
- Training (Jon)
- Tournaments (Andrew)
- Plans: No tournaments for this year.
- Irwin & the coaches are building a detailed plan and checklist for future tournaments
- Budget/Financial review (Jane)
- Election for the board
- Other topics
- Closing statement (Andrew)
Posted: 2025-10-22
Excelsior Club Wear on sale
Dear Excelsior Members:
We are excited to announce that Excelsior tee shirts and hoodies are now available for order!
All items are available in youth, women’s and men’s sizes. Sizing charts are below.
All Excelsior club items will feature an embroidered club crest on the front left breast, and a large silkscreened graphic on the back.
Please look at this PDF for illustrations
- Place your order via the Achieve app, by entering in your account, and making the purchase. or
- On the WellnessLiving registration site.
Club order will be placed in October 31st. We expect items to arrive approximately 3 - 4 weeks after we place our order.
Please let us know if you have any questions!
Tee Shirts
The Team 365 TT15 Zone Performance Mesh T-Shirt is the perfect blend of style and functionality for active individuals. Crafted from lightweight, breathable fabric, this shirt ensures maximum comfort during workouts or casual outings. Its moisture-wicking properties keep you dry, while the modern fit offers a flattering silhouette for all body types.
Features :
- 4 oz/yd², 100% polyester
- Moisture-wicking
- Cationic dyes for superior brightness and color fastness
- Tear away main label
- UV 15-39
Available sizes
| Group | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth (crew neck) | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Woman’s (vee neck) | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Men’s (crew neck) | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Available colours
- Orange
- Royal Blue
Price
- $45 each
Hoodies
Youth & Men’s Team 365 Zone HydroSport™ Heavyweight Hooded Sweatshirt.
11 oz.yd2 / 373 gsm, 70% cotton, 30% polyester crossweave fleece; Water-repellent; Three-piece self-lined hood; Front pouch with media pocket; Matching knit trim at cuff and hem; Locker loop main label; Team fit; Easy care.
Available sizes
| Group | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Pullover | X | X | X | X | ||
| Men’s Pullover | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Mens’s Full Zip | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Colour
- Royal Blue
Price
- Youth: $80 each
- Mens: $90 each
Ladies Palm Aire Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt
Crafted with 100% polyester, this garment showcases a sleek two-tone contrast chevron tape along the back neck seam for a touch of sophistication. The kangaroo pocket not only offers ample storage space but also boasts a concealed media pocket with a secure hook-and-loop closure.
| Group | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladies | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Colour
- Royal Blue
Price
- Ladies: $70
Sizing Charts
Ladies Tees
Youth Tees
Mens Tees & Hoodies
Ladies Hoodies
Youth Hoodies
Posted: 2025-10-21
2025 Annual General Meeting
Wednesday November 5th
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Excelsior Fencing Club is planning to hold the Annual General Meeting at the gym.
All are welcome to attend and learn more about our inner workings and plans.
Posted: 2025-10-04
2025/2026 OFA Youth and Cadet Circuit #1
Registration closes Sunday September 28th
Quick reminder for those interested in participating. Registration for the upcoming youth/cadet event closes on Sunday September 28.
Here is the event information as well as registration page: https://www.askfred.net/tournaments/29cd1ec6-2b33-4af5-b79a-eac5d26c4e92
A competitive membership is required in order to compete.
You can get your membership at: https://fencingontario.ca/about-the-ofa/membership-information/
Posted: 2025-09-24
Tournament Information
Hi members,
A new season of competitive fencing is starting up now and we want to make sure you know what to expect if you’re thinking of attending tournaments this year.
You need a license to participate in tournaments
https://fencingontario.ca/about-the-ofa/membership-information/
This is for insurance and score tracking purposes. There are youth competitive, adult competitive, and recreational. The recreational only works for 4 senior tournaments, all other tournaments require the competitive level.
Our club code is XEL.
Tournament categorizations
Tournaments are separated by:
- Gender
- Age
- Weapon
As detailed here: https://fencing.ca/competition-age-categories/
Lower level tournaments sometimes have different equipment standards. Some youth categories require smaller blade sizes (blade size 5 is the standard adult blade length).
Tournament schedule
https://fencingontario.ca/competitions-clinics/schedules/
These tournament schedule for the season is posted here and it details which tournaments are for which age bracket:
Costs
The cost varies by tournament, but are typically in the range of 70-150$ per event.
Registration deadlines are often a week or two before the event itself.
The general flow of a tournament itself is as follows:
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Check in at the tournament to confirm you are physically present before the posted start time.
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Have your equipment checked at the armoury desk.
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Report to your assigned strip for the first round group stage. All fencers will be placed in groups of 5-7 known as pools and fence everyone in their pool to 5pts. The pool stage typically takes 1.5hrs to complete
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Results from the pool stage are used to rank fencers into a direct elimination tableau.
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Elimination rounds are fenced to 10 or 15pts depending on the age category. Winners advance to the next elimination round; losers are eliminated and no longer fence. Each elimination round takes about 10-15 mins to complete
Posted: 2025-09-04
Competitive meeting
Monday Sept 8 at 8:15PM
Registration deadlines for first competitions (Regular Fees).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Ontario Shield | September 7th |
| Waterloo Open | September 9th |
OFA and CFF memberships required to compete.