The Fencing Center RYC

If you cannot comply with all of the rules and guidelines, do not register for this tournament.

Scheduling Updates:

Friday, October 1st

• Y10MF is moved to 9AM (originally 8AM)

Saturday, October 2nd

• Y12 Men's Saber is moved to 10AM (originally 8AM)

• Y14 Women's Epee is moved to 12PM (originally 11AM)

• Y14 Women's Foil is moved to 2PM (originally 1PM)

• Y12 Women's Epee is moved to 3:30PM (originally 2:30PM)

COVID-19 Protocol

• Do NOT come to the competition if you have any symptoms of COVID-19. Let's keep our community safe.

We are following all National, State, and local COVID-19 guidelines. There will be no exceptions to COVID-19 safety protocols implemented throughout the tournament.

Changes to the COVID-19 protocols and the tournament may be changed at any time to ensure the safety of all.

• Face Masks Face masks covering the nose and mouth are required for all sanctioned tournaments and must be worn at all times in the venue.

• Check-In: Check-in for our tournaments will be performed inside the front entrance of the club. Hand sanitizer will be available at the check-in desk. The competitors will check in via FencingTime kiosk software. Fencers will need a current USA Fencing Membership Card (Printed or via Cell Phone).

• FENCING BAGS Please limit the amount of equipment you bring to the tournament. Strip bags/small bags you can carry with you are recommended to limit the contact between fencers.

• All Fencers must come dressed in freshly washed Fencing Uniforms (i.e. fencing pants (breeches), plastron, jacket, chest protector- if using). Changing rooms will not be available.

• Coaches and ONE parent will be allowed into the venue.

• No shaking hands or touching hands/hugging after bouts. Fencers will be required to Salute and clap blades at the end of the bout.

• Athletes shall refrain from shouting and/or screaming after scoring a touch. During the fencing, fencers will receive yellow/red cards for this behavior based upon the “disturbing order” rule.


• No signing score sheets, fencers will visually inspect and approve score sheets. 


• Maintain social distancing inside the venue, except while actively fencing on the strip.


• Pool and Strip Assignments will be posted ONLINE to avoid congregation. Wifi will be available so you can follow the live results.

• All who wish to enter TFC will be required to show proof of Vaccinations (must have both Doses + 14 days) or a Negative PCR COVID Test within 72 hours of your event. If you are fully Vaccinated - There is no need for the COVID Test. Digital versions will be accepted.

• Age Qualifications Click here for more information

• Equipment Pre-Checks on Thursday, September 30th from 6 to 8 pm. TFC will offer Equipment Checks. It is recommended that if you are competing on Friday Morning, please come and get your equipment checked beforehand to allow the events to start on time. Equipment checks will also happen throughout the weekend.