COVID-19 Update

Per Gov. Reynold’s latest proclamation, we are pausing in-person classes and switching to online classes.

Please email dmfcpresident@gmail.com for more information on how to participate.

Mission

The Des Moines Fencing Club (DMFC) exists to teach and promote the three disciplines of Olympic fencing (epee, foil, and saber) in central Iowa by proving opportunities to participate in a continuum of of fencing programs and activities.

Fencers of all ages may participate recreationally or competitively at the local, state, and national level. DMFC cultivates a passion for fencing through a community that challenges athletes to aspire to their highest level of achievement.

Jack O Lantern 2020

On Saturday, November 7, 2020, we are hosting our first tournament in the 2020-21 season.

All events are currently expected to be sanctioned. USFA competitive membership will be required. All events will be conducted according to the current USFA Rules. All equipment and behavior must meet the requirements laid down by these rules. We will check all masks and saber gloves.

Please note: this is not a regional or national qualifying event. Regional and National Points will not be awarded, and this tournament is not a part of any qualifying path.

We will need referees, so if you can referee please e-mail the organizer list at the bottom of the page. All referees will be compensated with USFA per diem rates + lunch.

Schedule of Events:
(Times are close of registration; fencing will begin shortly thereafter.)
– Unsanctioned Youth Mixed Saber — 9:00am
– Unsanctioned Youth Mixed Foil —– 9:30am
– Unsanctioned Youth Mixed Epee — 11:00am
– Senior Mixed Saber —— 12:00pm
– Senior Mixed Foil ——— 1:00pm
– Senior Mixed Epee ——- 2:30pm

Ask Fred Link

Preregistration is open now.
Preregistration closes on 11/6/2020.

LOCATION:
Franklin Jr High
4801 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310

This event will be held in the East Gym-117. There is ample parking directly outside to the North.

FEES:
Pre-registration is $30
Each event $10
Day of Event registration fee +$5
Cash or checks, please.

DDITIONAL DETAILS:
AskFred registration deadline November 6th, 2020 (Pay day of event)
Medals for 1st, 2nd, two 3rd placements
USFA competitive membership required for all sanctioned events***
Please bring proof of current competitive membership in the USFA
All USFA rules will be enforced.

COVID-19 Information:
*The date and schedule are tentative as this is a postponement due to coronavirus/COVID-19. We will email pre-registrants if there are any changes.
Masks will be required for all in attendance.
We also ask guests know and practice CDC’s guideline such as distancing between guests
Hand sanitizer will be available.
We ask that no participant or guest attend if they have any of the following:
– Temperature of over 99.9degrees F. (Please self-check prior to arriving)
– Symptoms: Fever or chills, Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fatigue, Muscle or body aches, Headache, New loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhea
– Been in known contact with anyone who has tested positive
– Traveled further than 300 miles.
Please be aware of any USFA COVID restrictions
***There is a possibility our events will not be sanctioned. USA Fencing membership will not be required if the Iowa Division Board does not sanction the tournament.
State & county Covid-19 data:
https://coronavirus.iowa.gov/#CurrentStatus
https://idph.iowa.gov/Emerging-Health…/Novel-Coronavirus

QUESTIONS:
Please contact us through AskFRED with any questions related to the event.

TOURNAMENT CONTACT INFORMATION:
Event Coordinator: Kari Lancaster
Phone: (515) 229-5840
Email: karil1@live.com

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The Des Moines Fencing Club is an Iowa 504(a) non-profit organization, a Federal 501(3)(c) non-profit corporation, and a member club of the United States Fencing Association (USFA).

You can use the link below to make a donation.

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