Overview
About fie
FIE structure is composed of
Mission
The FIE is recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the international governing body for the sport of fencing, in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Olympic Charter*.
The FIE aims to:
a) promote the development of fencing worldwide, strengthen the bonds of friendship among nations by fostering lasting relationships between representative groups, and support the continuous growth of the sport;
b) ensure that international competitions open to member federations are organised in accordance with the FIE Rules;
c) establish the Rules governing the organisation of international competitions;
d) organise the Senior, Junior, Cadet and Veteran World Championships;
e) authorise and oversee all other official FIE competitions;
f) ensure that bans, suspensions, expulsions, disqualifications and all other disciplinary sanctions imposed by member federations are recognised and respected in international competitions;
g) regulate all matters relating to fencing within the international sporting framework;
h) promote and support the fight against doping;
i) organise the fencing competitions at the Olympic Games, in cooperation with the International Olympic Committee;
j) uphold the principle of non-discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, political opinion, family status or any other protected characteristic;
k) promote environmental sustainability and take appropriate measures to minimise the environmental impact of its activities.
*: Olympic Charter, p. 15, 3
History
The first traces of fencing
The Pharaohs invent the mask and the competition
The first traces of fencing
Vision
The FIE recognises, accepts and commits to the Olympic Movement's constitutive principles as “a philosophy of life, exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, will and mind. Blending sport with culture and education, Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy of effort, the educational value of good example, social responsibility and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles”*.
The FIE objective is “to place sport at the service of the harmonious development of humankind, with a view to promoting a peaceful society concerned with the preservation of human dignity. The practice of sport is a human right*.
In order for the fencing world to progress as a whole, solidarity between the strong and the weak is an undeniable requisite, whether it be between continents, federations or athletes.
This vision must become real. Our common singular motto: fencing together, universal fencing.
Fencing combines with cohesion and balance physical and mental skills, among other things: athletic qualities, dexterity, reaction, speed, creativity, anticipation and adaptability. Fencing is based on the fundamental values of the Olympic Movement, especially: respect of the athletes, officials, referees and spectators, politeness, loyalty, sportsmanship, discipline and observance of the rules.
*: Olympic Charter, p. 10, 16
The official bodies of the FIE
FIE STRUCTURE
committee
of Honor
the official bodies of the FIE
Confederations and National Federations
The National Federations are the governing bodies for their fencing respective countries. They are officially recognised by the National Olympic Committees as the only official representatives of fencing in their countries.
The official bodies of the FIE
Executive Committee
Calendar
Meetings
Documents
Statutes & Admin Rules
Partners & Supporters
Official Sponsors
The FIE is proud to be supported by official sponsors and partners who help advance the sport of fencing around the world.
Equipment & Safety
Approved Suppliers
The FIE officially recognises fencing equipment suppliers that meet international safety and quality standards.
