Who is USA Fencing?
Is the recognized governing body for fencing in the United States and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization affiliated with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the international fencing federation, the Fédération Internationale d'Escrime (FIE)
Do I need a USA Fencing Membership?
Before competing in your first sanctioned tournament, you must become a member of USA Fencing, this membership is separate from your club membership and is required to participate in sanctioned competitions. It provides access to the organized world of competitive fencing while helping ensure that tournaments follow established safety and competition standards. USA Fencing also maintains athletes' competition results and ratings as they progress. They offer multiple options for membership, is very affordable and billed annually.
When you sign up, you’ll see a few membership options, be sure complete your profile with accurate information. For example Go Fence Academy as your primary club and select the appropriate division as North Texas. This ensures you are correctly listed in tournaments and that your results and official ratings are properly tracked as you progress.
Access Membership
The Access membership is perfect if you’re planning to stick to local tournaments for a while. It gets you into the system and allows you to compete in events at the local level.
Competitive Membership
If you’re ready to take the next step and compete in larger regional or national tournaments, you’ll need a Competitive membership. Not sure which membership is right for you? We’re always happy to help!
International Competitor
USA Fencing is extremely welcoming those from other countries and fencing is a very International sport, therefore is you are not a U.S. citizen there is a an International Competitor membership as well.