We had a great turnout last night, Thursday January 9. Twenty-two Fencers participated in the Intermediate Epee Program and open fencing. We had plenty of room for everyone at our new salle, and we didn't have to put away scoring boxes, reels, tables, and chairs! (And we got a free concert through the wall from … Continue reading Great Turnout for Intermediate Epee!
Expanded Operating Hours and Programs
With the move, our hours of operation have increased dramatically, and we are adding several new programs. Starting this week, our new hours are as follows: Monday: 6 pm to 10 pmTuesday: 6:30 pm to 10 pmWednesday: 6 pm to 10 pmThursday: 5 pm to 10 pmSaturday: 12 pm to 3 pm Our programs listing … Continue reading Expanded Operating Hours and Programs
Work Party a Great Success!
We made great progress organizing our new club home at the Saturday Work Party. A huge thank you to all the members and their families who helped out. We did a lot of moving, cleaning, organizing, taping strips, and building racks for masks and weapons. And a special thanks to William and Ian Ripley for … Continue reading Work Party a Great Success!
First Day at the New Salle!
We held open fencing, the Intermediate Epee Program, and Private Lessons Thursday night at the new Salle. Obviously still lots of work to get it set-up, but everyone enjoyed the large space, and NOT moving tables and chairs! See you at the Work Party on Saturday.
IFC Coaching Clinic
IFC is hosting a coaching clinic on January 18 from 9-12. All IFC members who are interested in becoming better at coaching fencers are welcome. The main purpose of the clinic is to develop additional coaches for our beginner classes and intermediate programs. Information about the US Fencing Coaches Association will be provided, along with … Continue reading IFC Coaching Clinic
Upcoming Regional Events
There are many Regional Events available for all age categories. These include Super Regional Youth Circuits (SYCs), Regional Youth Circuits (RYCs), Regional Cadet Circuits (RCCs), Regional Junior Circuits (RJCs), Regional Junior & Cadet Circuits (RJCCs), Regional Open Circuit (ROCs), Junior Olympic National Championships (JOs), and Super Junior and Cadet Circuits (SJCCs). All of these offer … Continue reading Upcoming Regional Events
Upcoming North America Cups (NACs)
North America Cups (NACs) are a great opportunity to get experience at the National level against the best competition from across the country. Events are by gender, age, and rating. Here is a listing of the event categories and eligibility requirements (for the 2019/2020 season): Youth 10 (Y10) - born 2009-2012Youth 12 (Y12) - born … Continue reading Upcoming North America Cups (NACs)
IFC Warm-Ups
IFC warm-ups are again available. Below is the sizing chart: Available sizes: Adult and Ladies (jacket $95.78, pants $67.80) Youth (jacket $92.58, pants $64.70) If you would like your name added to the jacket or pants front, add $3.00 ea. Please use the form below to order warm-ups: Name: ________________________________________________________Jacket Size: __________Pants Size: __________Add name … Continue reading IFC Warm-Ups
St. George Tournament
To all who are interested in historical fencing and reenactment. Last month in Moscow, Russia, one of the biggest 15th century reenactments took place– the 4th St. George Tournament, where all knights of Europe could participate in contests of Jousting, Skill at Arms, Melee (Fighting for the banner with the change of teams), and “2-hand weapons” - … Continue reading St. George Tournament
IFC Summer Nationals Results
This year we have the most ever competitors at the USAF Summer Nationals, many for the first time. Great job IFC Fencers! Next year even better, in Louisville. Results by event: Men's Junior Epee (355 competitors): Michael Althardt - 70th Women's Vet 50 Epee (44 competitors): Natalie Chaykina - 22nd Women's Vet 40 Foil (18 … Continue reading IFC Summer Nationals Results