The Cardiff 2026 Para Fencing European Championships will be the first European-based qualification fixture ahead of the LA 2028 Paralympic Games. It is also the first time that a Para Fencing European Championships has been held in Cardiff.
You don’t need to be a world-class athlete to start. Most local fencing clubs are becoming increasingly accessible and can provide the necessary frames and equipment for beginners. If you’re looking for a sport that combines elegance with "all-in" intensity, it’s time to pick up the blade.
While many sports require adaptation to become inclusive, wheelchair fencing is unique in that it loses none of the speed, intensity, or tactical depth of its standing counterpart. In fact, some argue it’s even more intense: because the athletes are fixed in place, there is no retreating—only the fight.
Whether you are a prospective athlete or a curious spectator, here is everything you need to know about this high-speed Paralympic sport.