2026–2027 SEASON
UAE National Competition Dates
The calendar below shows UAE épée competitions relevant to Knightsbridge fencers. Some events may also include foil and sabre. School events and Dubai School Games (DSG) dates can be found here.
9 - 11 October 2026
UAEFF Combined Cup #1
Categories: U10 • U12 • U14 • U17
Discipline: Épée
Location: UAE – Venue TBC
30 - 31 October 2026
UAEFF Youth Cup #1
Categories: U12 • U14
Discipline: Épée
Location: Sharjah, UAE
20 - 21 November 2026
UAEFF Youth Cup #2
Categories: U12 • U14
Discipline: Épée
Location: Sharjah, UAE
5 - 6 December 2026
MK Fencing Academy Cup
Categories: U10 • U12 • U14 • U17
Discipline: Épée
Location: Dubai, UAE
12 - 13 December 2026
UAEFF Young Fencers Cup #3
Categories: U12 • U14
Discipline: Épée
Location: Sharjah, UAE
25 December 2026
Youth Festival #1
Categories: U12 • U14
Discipline: Épée
Location: Sharjah, UAE
23 - 27 December 2026
UAEFF Youth Cup #4
Categories: U12 • U14
Discipline: Épée
Location: Sharjah, UAE
15 - 17 January 2027
UAEFF Combined Cup #2 – Individual & Team
Categories: U10 • U12 • U14 • U17
Discipline: Épée
Location: UAE – Venue TBC
19 - 21 March 2027
UAEFF Combined Cup #3 – Individual & Team
Categories: U10 • U12 • U14 • U17
Discipline: Épée
Location: UAE – Venue TBC
Date TBC April 2027
Youth Festival #2
Categories: U12 • U14
Discipline: Épée
Location: Sharjah, UAE
11 - 13 June 2027
UAE Combined Cup #4 – Individual & Team
Categories: U10 • U12 • U14 • U17
Discipline: Épée
Location: UAE – Venue TBC
SCHOOL EVENTS - (DSG) DUBAI SCHOOL GAMES
School Fencing Competitions (DSG)
Exact age categories, eligibility and entry arrangements will be confirmed separately.
12 November 2026
UAE – Venue TBC
23 January 2027
Dubai School Games – Venue TBC (Qualifiers for the UAE School Games)
Dates TBC - 29 May 2027
UAE School Games – Venue TBC ( Must qualify on Dubai School Games)
QUICK REFERENCE
Competitions by Age Category
Select your child’s age category to view and copy the relevant competition dates.
Competitions Fencing Kit and Club Uniform
Competitive fencers require their own complete fencing equipment and Knightsbridge club kit. Club training equipment is not available for competitions.
Epee Competitions Kit - check list
Mask, jacket, breeches, plastron, glove, long fencing socks, chest protector, 2 epees and 2 body wires. The correct blade size depends on the fencer’s age category.
Knightsbridge Club Uniform
Official Knightsbridge clothing must be worn when representing the Club. Order the correct size in advance and allow sufficient time before the competition.
INFORMATION
Frequently Asked Questions
Essential information for families preparing for competition.
Competing with Knightsbridge
Fencers wishing to participate in UAE Fencing Federation competitions must be registered with the UAE Fencing Federation under Knightsbridge Fencing Club and have the required competition equipment.
Competition entry is not automatic. The Knightsbridge coaching team will recommend competitions according to each fencer’s age category, technical level, training attendance, competition experience, and physical and tactical readiness.
Parents should not make travel or accommodation arrangements until participation and the final competition details have been confirmed by the Club.
Calendar updates
The UAE Fencing Federation programme is subject to amendment.
Knightsbridge will confirm final details with participating families before entry.