How to prepare for your first Fencing tournament!

There comes a time for many fencers to venture out of their clubs and enter the exciting world of tournaments! It can be hard taking that first step, but with this video I'll help you get an idea of what to expect and how to properly prepare beforehand. Below are some useful links & information to review that the video goes over.


REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR COMPETION:
Jacket
Knickers
Glove
Plastron
Mask
Long socks
Weapons
Bodycords
Mask cords (Foil/Sabre)
Lamé (Foil/Sabre)
Breast protector (Women)


IMPORTANT LINKS:
https://askfred.net/
https://www.usafencing.org/


EVENTS FENCERS CAN ENTER:
Y8 (local only)
Y10
Y12
Y14
Cadet (Under the age of 17)
Junior (Under the age of 20)
Senior/Open (Above the age of 12)
DIV-3 (D rating and lower)
DIV-2 (C rating and lower)
DIV-1 (C rating and higher)
VET40 (Ages 40 - 49)
VET50 (Ages 50 - 59)
VET60 (Ages 60 - 69)
VET70 (Ages 70 - 79)
VET80 (Ages 80 and above)


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