NMFF April Tournament

Santa Fe Bunny Brawl
Saturday, April 26
Mixed Epee 10:00am
Y14 Mixed Epee 1:00pm
D & Under (Div 3) Mixed Epee 1:00pm
» Register at AskFRED

Even if you’re not fencing, you’re welcome to stop by and see how a tournament runs.

Help us name the next tournaments!
If you’ve got an idea for the name for May and June tournaments, write them on the board or mention it to Jack.

New Mexico Division Epee National Qualifier

New Mexico Division Epee National Qualifier
Saturday, April 26
3:00pm
Div 2 Men’s Epee
Div 2 Women’s Epee
Div 3 Men’s Epee
Div 3 Women’s Epee
Y14 Men’s Epee
Y14 Women’s Epee
» Register at AskFRED

After the Bunny Brawl, around 3:00, we will hold the USFA Divisional Epee Qualifiers for Div 2, Div 3, and Y14, with separate events for men and women.

Please enter only if you are certain you will go if you qualify. Do not enter if you have already qualified through an ROC or other event.

We can qualify three from the New Mexico Division. If three or fewer register for an event, all will qualify and we will not fence it.

If you qualify for Div 2 and have a D or lower rating, you will automatically qualify for Div 3 and will not need to fence it.

Contact Jack Stafurik at 505-660-2440 or jstafurik@earthlink.net if you have any questions, or are interested in foil or saber.

Please check your gear for buzz boxes

We’re running low on our buzz boxes — please look in your bags or lockers and return them if you have any of the club buzz boxes.

Registration open for 2025 Summer Camps

Registration is open for this year’s summer fencing camps. They’re a fast-paced, fun introduction to the sport — maybe you know some kids who want to try fencing?

Please pass along this information — we also have some handouts on the low wall, feel free to take and distribute.

New Mexico Fencing Foundation is offering day camps for ages 8–13 with or without previous experience. Learn the fundamentals of Olympic fencing from nationally certified fencing coaches, including footwork, bladework, safety, and competitions. Camp attendance is limited to 12. All special equipment will be provided.

Sessions: June 16–20; July 14–18; and July 28–August 1
Times: 10:00am–1:00pm
Location: 1306 Clark Road, Santa Fe
Cost: $300/week (10% sibling discount).
Register at www.gomotionapp.com/team/nmff/page/class-registration.

Regional Events

Four Corners Feud—Western Slopes Cup
Durango, CO
Saturday, April 12 (this week!)
Y10 Mixed Epee 9:00am
Y12 Mixed Epee 9:00am
E & Under Senior Mixed Epee 10:00am
Senior Mixed Epee 12:00pm
» Register at AskFRED

Equipment recommendations from German Fencing Gear

Jens and Leticia of German Fencing Gear put together a guide with some recommendations for fencing gear — shown in that graphic above, download a PDF here.

You can also browse their site and choose your gear there. If you have any questions about sizing or anything else, or want other recommendations, send Jens an email.

Please ensure your USA Fencing membership is current

Please make sure that your membership at usafencing.org is current — the club’s insurance requires that every fencer is a USA Fencing member, all that’s required is an Access Membership to fence at the club and at club competitions.

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