How do you get into Olympic fencing?
The top 4 teams in the world in each weapon qualify for the Olympics. Then, the next best team in each zone qualifies for the Olympics, but only if the team is in the top 16 in the world rankings, otherwise the highest ranked team not already qualified takes their place.
What are the age groups in fencing?
Competition Age Categories
| U13 | any athlete Under 13 years old |
|---|---|
| U20/Junior | any athlete who is a minimum of 13 years old and under 20 years old |
| U23 | any athlete who is a minimum of 13 years old and under 23 years old |
| Senior | any athlete who is a minimum of 13 years old |
| Veteran | any athlete 40 years or older |
How old is Lee Kiefer?
27 years (June 15, 1994)
Lee Kiefer/Age
Can you start fencing at 11?
While there are no hard and fast rules to what age your child should start fencing, most fencers start around age 9. Older beginners, that is, children who are 12 or 13 when they start, need a great deal more commitment to catch up if they intend to become competitive fencers seeking national points.
What age can children start fencing?
Generally, it’s recommended that children be around seven years old before they join a fencing club, as it’s the ideal age to listen and take in the information. Of course, if you are already a part of a fencing club yourself, your child may want to practice a little earlier because of that – but that’s fine!
Can I become an Olympic fencer?
In the United States, to qualify for the team one must fulfill the following requirements: You must be a United States national with a valid US passport, and over the age of 13. Top 3 athletes on the USA Fencing Senior Team qualify for the team, with the fourth athlete on the list becoming the alternate.
What age is junior fencing?
There are five official age groups for kids and juniors: Youth-10, Youth-12, Youth-14, Cadet (or Under-16) and Junior (or Under-19). Some local tournaments also include a Youth-8 age group.
What is the best age to start fencing?
You can start at almost any age. There are obvious caveats depending on what you want to do. If you were desirous of becoming an Olympian then probably before age 17. Although there’s no real cutoff, most Olympic fencers seem to peak around age 27. That just seems to be how it works.
How old do Olympic fencers have to be to compete?
Although there’s no real cutoff, most Olympic fencers seem to peak around age 27. That just seems to be how it works. If that’s not in the cards for you, there are three major groups by age: under 20, 20–40, 40+ years.
Is 29 too old to compete in the Olympics?
Even allowing for a full Olympic cycle, developing both the skills and fitness to be internationally competitive in an Olympic sport by the age of 29 with no prior experience is implausible if you are not starting from a very high baseline of fitness and talent. At what age is it possible to start training for competition fencing?