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To help create and share best practice, BF has created a series of online community discussion events, inviting members to raise issues, discuss topics, and share ideas.

Please note that all sessions will be held through the online platform Zoom. Once you have registered for an event, you will be sent the relevant login details and instructions on the day of the session. You do not need to have a Zoom account in order to access these sessions, and there is no cost to take part.

Club and Welfare Officer sign-up information is sent via email to all registered officers on the club’s profile.

Club Admins: please ensure your club is always kept in the loop by checking that all your club information and contact details are up to date on the Sport:80 platform. Follow this two-minute step-by-step guide: Update Your Club’s Membership Information (PDF)

WHEELCHAIR FENCING DISCUSSIONS

Upcoming events will be listed here.

EVENT ORGANISERS: UPCOMING DISCUSSIONS

Upcoming events will be listed here.

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Running Inclusive Events and Making Reasonable Adjustments

BYC FAMILIES AND COACHES

Upcoming events will be listed here.

WELFARE & EVENT WELFARE OFFICERS: UPCOMING DISCUSSIONS

Want to join our Welfare & Event Welfare Officer WhatsApp group for registered or in-training Welfare Officers and Event Welfare Officers? Contact the Fencing Development Team to be sent the link.

Sign-up forms will be sent out to all registered Club Welfare Officers and Event Welfare Officers.

Monday 28th September 2026 12pm & 6pm

Sign up here. Once you have signed up, a Zoom link will be sent to you.

Tuesday 5th January 2027 12pm & 6pm

Sign up here. Once you have signed up, a Zoom link will be sent to you.

COACHES: UPCOMING DISCUSSIONS

Upcoming events will be listed here.

REFEREES: UPCOMING DISCUSSIONS

Upcoming events will be listed here.

CLUB DEVELOPMENT: UPCOMING DISCUSSIONS

November TBC

December TBC

DIGITAL LEARNING: UPCOMING DISCUSSIONS

Upcoming events will be listed here.

PREVIOUS DISCUSSION EVENTS

For a list of previous events, click here: Previous Community Discussion Events

FAQs

How do the discussion groups work?

We run the groups on Zoom, by invite. We will sometimes limit the number of participants (approx 25-30) to ensure that all questions are considered and there is time for discussion. You can put questions to the panel by asking beforehand when responding to your invitation, or during the session using the chat function.

How long does a discussion last?

The discussions will differ depending on the topic and are usually set for around 1-2 hours.

What topics are discussed?

These discussion groups will all cover a range of topics around supporting BF clubs and workforce, e.g. health and safety, events, coaching, welfare, marketing and more. There will be plenty of opportunities to contribute ideas and ask questions.

Will the sessions be recorded?

Some will be recorded. However, to facilitate an open discussion and allow people to share their honest opinions, we will only use the recordings internally to inform next steps and help us produce the return to fencing plans and guidance. We have found this approach puts people at ease and allows for a more honest discussion.

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If you have any suggested topics to discuss or want to know more about the series, please email: events@britishfencing.com

Last updated 20 Aug 2026