Welcome back, and we close when schools close
Welcome back — the club’s now open as usual…
Tuesday 4:30–5:30 Advanced Class, with open bouting after
Wednesday, 4:30–5:30 Beginner Class
Thursday 4:30–5:30 Advanced Class, with open bouting after
Saturday 9:30 open bouting
Tournament a week from Saturday
Coach Jorge is still away and should be back at the end of next week
Looks like some winter weather’s heading our way, we’ll see what shapes up. A reminder that NMFF follows the Santa Fe Public Schools for inclement weather closures: if schools are closed or have an early release, the club will be closed for lessons and bouting.
Upcoming NMFF tournaments
Santa Fe January Jamboree
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Mixed Epee 10:00am
C & Under (Div 2) 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.
Referee clinic?
Interested in learning how to ref? Talk to Jack or Dan. If there’s enough interest between NMFF and Duke City, we’ll be able to bring in Mark Stasinos to lead a clinic.
Is your USA Fencing membership current?
A reminder that our club’s insurance requires that all fencers be USA Fencing members.
Membership renewals for the 2025–26 USA Fencing season are open now — manage your membership here.
USA Fencing National Calendar
USA Fencing has posted the calendar of national tournaments scheduled so far for 2025–2026, including next year’s Summer National in Portland, Oregon.
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.
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