Who is the coach at Hong Kong Fencing Master?

Hong Kong Fencing Master is led by Lau Kwok Kin, the only 2-time Olympian fencing coach in Hong Kong specializing in foil. He led Olympic Gold medalist Cheung Ka Long and the Hong Kong Fencing Team to Gold Medals at the 2023 World University Games, and has coached Harrow International School to 4 consecutive ISSFHK Championship titles.

What makes Hong Kong Fencing Master different from other fencing schools?

We are Hong Kong's only fencing school exclusively serving international school students with all-English instruction. Our 1:5 coach-to-student ratio ensures personalized attention, and we're the only club led by a 2-time Olympian coach. We specialize in developing school fencing teams and have partnerships with leading international schools.

Where are the fencing classes held?

Our main location is at 1/F & 2/F Hong Kong Jewellery Building, 178 Queen's Road Central, Central. We also offer classes in Yau Tong and Lohas Park. All locations are easily accessible by MTR.

What age can children start fencing classes?

We offer Discovery Classes for beginners and Professional Classes for advanced students. Our programs are designed for international school students and above, with classes taught entirely in English by our expert coach team.

How much do fencing classes cost in Hong Kong?

We offer flexible pricing with trial classes available. Contact us at WhatsApp 6900 1070 or email info@hkfencingmaster.com for current class schedules and pricing. We provide both group classes and private lessons to suit different needs and budgets.

Do you offer fencing classes for adults?

Yes, we offer adult fencing classes for all skill levels. Whether you're a complete beginner or returning to the sport, our Olympian coach and professional team provide expert instruction in a supportive environment. It's never too late to learn fencing and stay fit while doing something exciting.

HKSSF vs ISSFHK Fencing: A Parents' Guide

4 days ago

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If your child fences at a Hong Kong secondary school, two inter-school competitions matter most: the HKSSF Inter-School Fencing Competition and ISSFHK. Both are for secondary students, but they are built for different school communities. This guide from Hong Kong Fencing Master compares them with real 2025-26 numbers so you can plan your child's season.

What is HKSSF fencing?

The Hong Kong Schools Sports Federation (HKSSF) runs the official inter-school fencing championships open to every secondary school in Hong Kong, local and international. In 2025-26, fencers from over 170 secondary schools took part.

The competition is run by two main organisers:

The HKSSF Hong Kong Island & Kowloon Regional Committee – runs the HK Island and Kowloon competitions (HKSSF HK & Kowloon fencing page).
The HKSSF New Territories Regional Committee – runs the NT competition (HKSSF NT website).

Our Head Coach, Lau Kwok Kin, has been appointed Technical Director of the HKSSF New Territories fencing competition in recent years, so our team knows the format, rules and refereeing standards from the inside.

HKSSF 2025-26 by the numbers

Infographic comparing HKSSF and ISSFHK fencing competitions — HKSSF vs ISSFHK at a glance

Total entries: 1,571
By region: HK Island 340, Kowloon 626, NT 558, plus 47 in the joint HK & Kowloon sabre event
By weapon: épée 673, foil 554, sabre 344
By gender: 983 boys, 588 girls
Age grades: A, B and C

Pie charts of fencing entries by weapon at HKSSF and ISSFHK, and HKSSF entries by region — Weapon split at HKSSF and ISSFHK, plus HKSSF entries by region

What this means for parents: épée is the biggest weapon at HKSSF (43%), while foil leads at ISSFHK (39%). Sabre is the smallest in both (22% and 25%), so sabre fencers usually face smaller fields and have a better chance of reaching the later rounds.

What is ISSFHK?

ISSFHK is the inter-school fencing competition for international schools in Hong Kong. It is smaller but more targeted, with two age groups: U14 and U20. Last season it had 240 fencers (U14: 130, U20: 110), split foil 94, épée 87 and sabre 59. The 2026-27 edition is on 5–6 December 2026. Read our full ISSFHK guide. You can also visit the official ISSFHK website.

HKSSF vs ISSFHK: key differences

Who can enter: HKSSF – all secondary schools in HK; ISSFHK – international schools only.
Size: HKSSF had 1,571 entries in 2025-26; ISSFHK had 240 fencers.
Age groups: HKSSF uses Grades A, B and C; ISSFHK uses U14 and U20.
Organisers: HKSSF has two regional committees (HK Island & Kowloon, and NT); ISSFHK is run by the International Schools Sports Federation Hong Kong.
Experience: HKSSF is larger and more competitive; ISSFHK is a focused, friendly first step for international school fencers.

Many international school students can enter both, which means more bouts and more experience each season.

Students training at Hong Kong Fencing Master — Training at Hong Kong Fencing Master

Our track record

Harrow International School, supported by our Head Coach, has won the ISSFHK overall title four years running. Our coaches prepare students from many schools for both HKSSF and ISSFHK.

What level does my child need?

For both competitions we recommend your child reaches at least Badge Level 4. At this level they can fence full bouts safely, understand right-of-way (for foil and sabre) and handle competition pressure. Our HKSSF preparation camp helps students get competition-ready.