The top 8 finishers in each event will earn points and medals. At the final Challenge on 5/8/16, the top 3 fencers in each category with the most accumulated points will be eligible to win prizes including a 2016 NYFA Fencing Challenge Champion Trophy. Fencers must participate in the final challenge to be considered for the Championship. Points earned will be updated here: http://fencenyfa.com/youth-challenge-points-summary/.
Plan ahead and pre-register to save $15 on walk-in fees
$35 if pre-registered through askfred
$50 at the door
NYFA is located on the second floor at 2896 West 12th Street, between Neptune Avenue and Surf Avenue in Coney Island, Brooklyn.
The club entrance is in the rear of the building behind Circle of Friends Adult Day Care.
By Subway: D F N Q to Stillwell Avenue-Coney Island (50 yards from club)
By Car: Belt Parkway East Exit 6 or Belt Parkway West Exit 7B.
No parking is allowed in the building's lot but there's a lot next door and some street parking.
Age Requirement
Y8 =2009-2011
Y10=2006-2009
Y12=2005-2007
Y14=2002-2005
Events generally start 30-45 minutes after close of registration. Registration closes 30 min before the event.
All fencers must bring their current USFA card or be prepared to join at the door.
USFA membership cost $70, please bring a check payable to USFA or have credit card number.
Competition Format:
One round of seeding pools with 100% promotion to direct elimination