Overview
About fie
FIE structure is composed of
Mission
The FIE is recognised by the IOC as the organization governing the sport of fencing worldwide in accordance with the rules in Chapter 3 of the Olympic Charter*.
The aims of the FIE are:
a) to promote the development of fencing throughout the world, to tighten the ties of friendship which unite fencers of all countries, by setting up lasting relations between representative groups, and to nurture the improvement of the practice of our sport in every way;
b) to see that international competitions open to member federations are organised in accordance with FIE Rules;
c) to establish Rules according to which international competitions must be organised;
d) to organise the Open World Championships, as well as Junior, Cadet and Veteran World Championships;
e) to authorise and supervise the other official FIE competitions;
f) to insure that in international competitions the bans, suspensions, expulsions, disqualifications and all other penalties issued by one of the member federations are respected;
g) to study and legislate on all matters pertaining to fencing in international relations;
h) to promote and develop the struggle against doping;
i) to organise the fencing at the Olympic Games, in liaison with the International Olympic Committee.
j) to ensure that the principle of non-discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, political opinions, family status or other, is respected.
k) to apply appropriate measures to contribute to the respect of the environment.
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.
