# Italian Paralympic fencing training camp

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-paralympic-fencing-training-camp
> Updated: 2026-08-29T09:11:32.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Italian Paralympic fencing national team is conducting an international training retreat in San Giovanni Rotondo, beginning August 24. The camp serves as preparation for the upcoming Paralympic European Championships in Cardiff, scheduled for October 6 to 11.

Supported by the federal council and local organizations, the initiative aims to promote inclusive sport through programs such as ‘Scherma, sport senza limiti’ (Fencing, sport without limits). Activities include integrated competitions where Olympic and Paralympic athletes compete together, as well as public training sessions. The technical leadership for the squad includes Alessandro Paroli, Antongiulio Stella, and Michele Tarantini, with guest participation from Turkish sparring athlete Hakan Akkaya.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Italian wheelchair fencing team holds training camp in San Giovanni Rotondo

The Italian wheelchair fencing national team is training in San Giovanni Rotondo to prepare for the Paralympic European Championships in Cardiff, taking place from October 6 to 11.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-wheelchair-fencing-team-holds-training-camp-in-san-giovanni-rotondo

### 2026-08-27: San Giovanni Rotondo hosts International Fencing Camp

San Giovanni Rotondo is hosting the International Fencing Camp Gargano, featuring the Italian Paralympic Fencing National Team and integrated competitions between Olympic and Paralympic athletes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-giovanni-rotondo-hosts-international-fencing-camp

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