international charity foundation for the future of fencing

+FOR THE FUTURE OF FENCING

INTERNATIONAL CHARITY FOUNDATIONFOR THE FUTURE OF FENCINGMissionFacilitating international popularization of fencing and raisingit to a higher level worldwide.AimTo create conditions favoring successful and dynamicdevelopment of fencing on all continents of the globe.GoalsBoosting viewer interest in fencing.Mr. Alisher UsmanovPresident of FIE and founder of ICFGetting the public at large involved in fencing, includingchildren, students, and physically challenged individuals.02There is hope for a better future in fencing.During the FIE congress in December 2008, a new president was elected,the founder of ICF “For the Future of Fencing”, Mr. Alisher Usmanov. Heis a person who sincerely loves fencing, and puts all his effort into thedevelopment of this sport.A clear example of this is the work of ICF in all the continents.Since 2005, the main objective of ICF is to support all the National FencingFederations worldwide, which has been accomplished with success .This year was no exception. All the events with the participation of ICFduring 2009 were carried out with the help of FIE, and without a doubt,the realization of all the International Seminars and Camps of the highestlevel, are the result of the hard work of ICF “For the Future of Fencing” inconjunction with FIE.Methods ofimplementationRaising the organizational, methodological, and material levelof low-budget and newly-formed national fencing federations.Enhancing the professional qualifications of referees, coaches,and fencing specialists.Ensuring the participation of gifted fencers of any nationalfencing federation in official International Fencing Federation(FIE) tournaments.Strengthening the methodological and material resources offencing.Getting all types of fencing to be included in the OlympicGames and securing 12 sets of medals for fencing sport.Making charitable donations with a view to accomplishing theFund’s aims and goals.03

The President of the Association of National Olympic Committees(ANOC) and the Pan-American Olympic Committee (PASO) Mr.Mario Vazquez Raña was awarded on behalf of FIE with acommemorative present for his practical help in the developmentof fencing in the Pan-American continent. Mr. Mario VazquezRaña is the Honorary President of ICF “For The Future OfFencing”.0405

CONTENTSAfricaConfédération Africaine d’EscrimeStade Léopold Sédar SenghorBP 11122 Dakar, SénégalPresident: Mbagnick NdiayeSaharan dust off the west coast of AfricaPhoto property of NASA

International Coaching Seminarfor the coaches from the African ContinetDakar, 10/06 - 17/06African coaches in a theoretical lesson.From June 10 to 17, 2009 in Dakar, Senegal, the International Coaching Seminar of Fencing for the Coaches From the AfricanContinent was carried out. This seminar was organized by ICF in conjunction with FIE.24 coaches from 17 countries attended this seminar, taking lessons during the morning and the afternoon. There was specialattention to the theoretical part of the seminar, according to the coaches’ needs. The lessons were divided in three subjects:-Fencing teaching methodology for beginners.08International Coaching Seminar, part of fencing development.-Training process planning for athletes with different technical levels.-Annual work plan development for coaches.09

Future fencing champions.Seminar participants during practical trainig.10In all the lessons, the main objective was the organization and fulfillment of training for rookies, teaching methods for individuals,and exercises in pairs as one of the main methods for preparing the fencer.All the attendants were actively participating in diverse debates and analysis about various issues suggested during the lessons.At the end of the seminar, each coach received a diploma.Mr. Mbagnik, the president of the African Fencing Confederation said that this seminar was a very important event for the Africancontinent, and for the first time it was carried out with this amount of participants. Also, Mr. Mbagnik expressed his gratitude tothe president of FIE, Mr. Alisher Usmanov, for his attention at the development of fencing in the African continent.Training session.11

Fencing Material DonationDuring the closing ceremony of theseminar, and as a part of the philanthropyprogram for the National Federations ofthe African continent, ICF sent to Dakar100 sets of fencing material. This is atotal of 100 suits, 100 masks, 100 electricepee, 100 electric cords, 100 gloves. Thiswas divided in 20 jumbo fencing bags,with 5 sets in each bag. Each one of therepresentatives of the National FencingFederations received 5 sets of fencingmaterial from ICF and FIE.African Fencing ChampionshipDakar, 06/08 - 10/08This ICF initiative in conjunction with FIE,gave the African National Federationsthe possibility of increasing the amountof athletes in their fencing clubs.Electronic equipment.Fencers in a duel.Fencing sets for African Federations.12With the African Fencing Confederation invitation, the presidentof ICF “For the Future of Fencing” Mr. Vitaly Logvin participatedin the African Fencing Championship, and memorial forMr. Barkaba.For the first time, this championship took place in Senegal, witha good organization from the African Fencing Confederation,with help from the International Fencing Federation (FIE). Inthis event, for the first time in history, 14 countries participated,being a record for the continent.Many African countries participated for the first time in theAfrican Fencing Championship, thanking FIE and the AfricanFencing Confederation for this great opportunity.At this moment, African fencing is at the first stage in theprocess of its development.13

During his visit, Mr. Vitaly Logvin hada meeting with the Minister of Youth,Sports, & Recreation, Mr. MamadouLamine Keita. In this meeting, they talkedsome issues about the development offencing in the African continent. Anotherimportant aspect of this meeting wasthe discussion of a future project forthe existence of a professional fencingpreparation in a major level.In this meeting, Mr. Logvin presentedMr. Lamine 20 fencing suits for trainers,which were given later to the nationalfencing federations of Africa.For the memory of Mr. Barkaba14This continent has an enormouspotential to create world class athletesjust as Olympic medal winners. Withthe development programs of FIE andICF, and the active and permanentparticipation of the African FencingConfederation, there is a great possibilityof reaching this objective.15

AmericaConfederacion Panamericana de EsgrimaAv. Anillo Periferico y Av. del ConscriptoCol. Lomas de Sotelo, Deleg. Miguel HidalgoMexico, D.F.President: Jorge Castro ReaYucatan peninsula and Central AmericaPhoto property of NASA

Fencing Material DonationDuring the International Seminar in El Salvador, according to the support and development program for the National FencingFederations in the Panamerican continent, ICF “For the Future of Fencing”, together with FIE, organized a special event to donatefencing material. During this event, the representatives of each federation received 5 fencing suits, 5 masks, 6 electric weapons,10 gloves, 6 electric cords, and one jumbo fencing bag.In total, 120 suits, 120 masks, 150 electric weapons, 250 gloves, 150 electric cords, and 25 jumbo fencing bags were donated.This is one more step forward for the future of fencing in the Panamerican continent.Course attendants.Each one of the participantstook a test about the lessonsthey learned, and at theend of the course, they gotdiplomas for the knowledgethey received.Participant with her diploma.20Fencing sets for Panamerican Federations.21

Panamerican Fencing Confederation CongressSan Salvador, 04/07Panamerican Fencing ChampionshipSan Salvador, 02/07 - 09/0715 national federations from the Pan-American continent took part in the congress. The congress addressed various issues andtopics related to the development of fencing in the continent. The president of the Panamerican Confederation, Mr. J. Castro, toldthe participants about the FIE Executive Committee meeting in Budapest. He also announced a project to develop the continentalconfederations. A highlighted issue was the invitation of the Presidents of National Fencing Federations to the FIE Congress inPalermo and the athletes to the World Fencing Championships in Antalya, Turkey. This message caused very positive reactionsfrom all participants and some words of gratitude from various National Fencing Federations to FIE. At the Congress, countriescandidates were selected for the 2010 Pan-American championships. The final decision on this matter will be taken in November2009. The Congress has passed in a good friendly atmosphere.Championship facilities.22Active participation during the congress.15 national federations from the Pan-American continent took part in the congress. Thecongress addressed various issues and topics related to the development of fencing on theFrom July 2 to 9, 2009, the Panamerican Fencing Championshiptook place in El Salvador, San Salvador, where 18 countriesparticipated. This is a record of participation in a PanamericanChampionship.The ICF “For the Future of Fencing” had an active participationin the organization and fulfillment of this championship,according to the 2009 work program. ICF provided 3 sets ofelectronic score machines, and 3 All Star metallic strips. Forthe referee video support, an agreement was made with thecompany “Fencing Pictures” (with license of Swiss Timing).As a result of hard work, the organization committee, togetherwith all the parts involved, carried out a successful event.23

Mr. David Munguia, Honorary MemberSan SalvadorFor the active help to the FIE and ICF related to the organization and conduct of international forums, seminars and conferenceson fencing at the Pan-American continent, the Minister of Defense and President of the Fencing Federation of Salvador, GeneralDavid Munguia has been made an Honorary Member of ICF “For The Future of Fencing”. On behalf of the President of theInternational Fencing Federation and Founder of the International Charity Foundation “For The Future of Fencing” Mr. AlisherUsmanov, the general David Munguia was awarded with a special present.Grand Opening of the championship.2425

AsiaFencing Confederation of AsiaFencing Centre, PSC-Philsports Complex, Meralco AvenuePasig City, 104PhilippinesPresident: Celso DayritNorthern Asia covered by snow.Photo property of NASA

International Coaching Seminarfor Fencing Coaches from AsiaAlma-Ata, 18/05 - 25/05From 18 to 25 May, 2009, in Alma Ata was held an International Training Seminar for fencing coaches from Asia. The seminar wasattended by 35 representatives from 20 national federations of fencing. The learning process for the trainers was organized at thehighest professional level. This is the third International Fencing Seminar, held in Alma Ata for the past 3 years. All the participantstook the course with much attention and enthusiasm. They all participated actively in the theoretical and practical sessions, wherespecific issues about the development of the fencing in Asia were discussed.Following the development and support program during the course, the ICF, together with FIE, gave a total of 100 fencing suits,100 masks, 100 electric weapons, 100 electric cords, 100 gloves, and 20 jumbo fencing bags to the representatives of the fencingfederations in Asia.All participants expressed their gratitude to the organizers of the seminar and especially to the President of FIE Mr. AlisherUsmanov for the opportunity to participate in the seminar where they received new technical knowledge for coaching andfencing material for their National Fencing Federations.Fencing sets for Asian Federations.28Fencing material.29

EuropeConfédération Européenne d’EscrimeHainbuchenweg 21D-82 194 Groebenzell-MuenchenGermanyPresident: Frantisek JandaEuropean lights at night.Photo property of NASA

Sabre on Ice & FireReykjavik, 01/06 - 07/06ICF “For future of fencing” in conjunction with the FIE and the Fencing Federation of Iceland, successfully carried out theinternational event “Sabre on Ice & Fire”, held in Reykjavik, Iceland. From June 01 to 07, this event had 5 activities: Internationaltraining camp, Viking Cup 2009, seminar for referees, fencing demonstration show, and daily video capsules with a documentalvideo about this project.Special guests to this event were: member of the FIE executive committee Mrs. Velichka Kristeva, president of the FIE PromotionCommision Mr. Frantisek Janda, and president of the Nordic Fencing Union Mr. Jørgen Kjøller. In addition to these guests, the eventalso had the presence of the member of the FIE executive committee Mr. Max Geuter, as the official FIE representative.Master Class by Olympic champion S. Pozdniakov.Artistic fencing demonstration, part of fencing development.The International Training Camp was carried out with great success and at a high professionl level, being the pinnacle of theevent the Master Class taught also by the 4 time Olympic champion Mr. Stanislav Pozdniakov.3233

Sabre on Ice & Fire participants.34The Sabre on Ice & Fire event involvedrepresentatives from 24 countries fromall 5 continents. The main objective ofthe project is to promote saber fencingaround the world, especially in smallcountries and places where saber is nota tradition. Showing the sport to thefencing community around the globe ina different way of popularization, andcarrying out a fencing demonstrationshow during an official FIFA matchbetween Iceland and Holland with15,000 spectators being the mostimportant activities. The fencing showwas performed by World Championsat artistic fencing from Russia, andalso had the participation of 22athletes, headed Olympic champion S.Pozdniakov.Fencing camp participants.Fencing show during official FIFA match.Sightseeing in Iceland – The Golden Circle.Fencing camp trainig.35

“Pro Olymp 2” ProgramLuxembourg, 05/09 - 11/09I am part of Pro-Olymp 2.D’Coque main arena.36According to the 2009 work program of the InternationalCharity Foundation “For the Future of Fencing”, from September5 to 11, the International Fencing Camp for junior athletes “ProOlymp 2” took place in Luxembourg, with 52 participants from20 countries.The Camp was teached by six coaches from Germany, England,Luxembourg, and Latvia, headed by Olympic champion NailaGuilazaba from Russia, as the first coach.This International Camp was held in “D´Coque” NationalSports and Culture Center of Luxembourg. The athletes had thechance to train using all the facilities of this center, includingswimming pools, weights gymnasium, and the main arena,specially for free combat and control competitions.This project is contemplated for the Olympic cycle, as it helpsthe smaller federations, and the popularization of fencingacross Europe.What distinguishes this project is that at the end of the camp,the athletes took part in the World Fencing Championship inLuxembourg during September 12 and 13.The main aim of the Pro Olymp program are the junior sportsmenthat for the next 10 to 15 years are the ones who will promotethe fencing across the world. All of the participants are proudof being part of the Pro Olymp 2 project.Junior athletes.37

Participants training.Pro-Olymp 2 athletes and officials.38D´Coque is one of the best and most modern recreative centers in Europe. Because of this, the ICF together with FIE, areconsidering the possibility of making an extraordinary international event in this complex.D´Coque. 39

World Fencing Championships 2009Antalya, 30/09 - 08/10Special prize certificates.Individual competitions:The president of the International Fencing Federation, Mr. Alisher Usmanov, granted a special prize fund for the medal winners ofthe World Fencing Championship 2009 in Antalya, Turkey.The amount of all the prizes was 234,000.00 USD40Medal and certificate winners.1st place, gold certificate: 10,000 USD2nd place, silever certificate: 5,000 USD3rd place, bronze certificate: 3,000 USDTeam competitions:1st place, gold certificate: 10,000 USD2nd place, silver certificate: 5,000 USD3rd place, bronze certificate: 3,000 USD41

ICF Activities around the world2009During 2009, the International Charity Foundation “For the Future of Fencing”, inconjunction with FIE, realized a great work supporting the development of fencingacross the world. Among all the activities, seven important events were carried out forthe National Fencing Federations.According to the program for the development of fencing, three important internationalseminars were organized for the preparation of coaches: the first one during Marchin San Salvador, El Salvador for the American continent, the second one in Alma Ata,Kazakhstan, for the Asian continent, during May, and the third one in Dakar, Senegalin June, for the African continent, where 107 coaches from 61 National FencingFederations from these continents learned techniques, tactics and methodologies ofcoaching. The Foundation, together with FIE made an important donation of threecomplete electronic score machines and three metallic strips, as well as the videorecording for referee support for the International Panamerican Championship in ElSalvador in August. Thanks to these donations, the Salvadoran Fencing Federationhad the opportunity to accomplish a very well organized Championship, respectingthe regulations of FIE. This championship had the participation of 18 countries fromthe American continent.Following the motivation and support program for small Fencing Federations withlow budget, the ICF in conjunction with FIE organized three International Campsin Iceland, Luxembourg and the Czech Republic, where 176 representative athletesfrom 27 National Federations from all continents were invited. The events in Icelandand Luxembourg had a very special program. At the end of the camps, the athleteshad the fantastic chance to participate immediately in important events as WorldChampionships and the Viking Cup.Always commitedto the sport we love!284 athletes and coaches from 81 National Fencing Federations had the chance toparticipate in different events. 340 fencing suits, 320 masks, 350 electric weapons,450 gloves, 350 electric cords, and 65 jumbo fencing bags was the material that ICFgave to 61 National Federations across the world.For the future of fencing.4243

INTERNATIONAL CHARITY FOUNDATIONFOR THE FUTURE OF FENCINGPovarskaya str. 26Moscow, Russiawww.fencingfuture.orgPhotos in front and back cover, pages 40, 43 by Serge Timacheff.Photos in pages 7, 17, 27, 31 property of NASA.