Modern Duelists Blog & Resources
Which Fencing Tournaments am I Eligible For? (2025-26 Edition)
Understanding which fencing tournaments you or your child are eligible for can be complicated, to say the least. There are a lot of different tournament categories for different ages and skill levels of fencers, which is great in terms of the variety that it offers....
Tournament Resources
Ready to compete in your first fencing tournament? Take a look at our collection of tournament resources to learn everything you need to know about to sign up and prepare for your first event.
The MoDuel 2024-25 Tournament Schedule is Officially Released!
As of today, Modern Duelists Fencing Academy's full tournament schedule for the 2024-25 season has been released! This season is going to be MoDuel's busiest—and best—ever, with 35 separate events spread across 24 tournaments. Six open events and six youth events,...
How to Register for Regional & National Fencing Tournaments
AskFRED is well-known as the hub for local events, but what about regional and national fencing tournaments? To sign up for ROCs, RYCs, SYCs, and NACs, you’ll need to turn to USA Fencing’s own website at member.usafencing.org. You’ll remember this as the same place...
How to Choose the Right Fencing Shoes
Wondering what shoes you should wear for fencing? Check out our comprehensive guide on how to choose the best fencing shoe for you.
Preparing for Your First Fencing Tournament
For most of us, tournaments are always daunting. That’s never more true than your first tournament, but as long as you’ve been working hard and listening to your coaches, you’re more prepared than you think! Read on for a complete rundown of what to expect and how to get ready for your first tournament.
Why & How to Become a Member of USA Fencing
You’ll need to become a USA Fencing member to compete in tournaments, but what’s the difference between the types of memberships and how do you sign up?
Competitive Ratings Explained
Like karate has belts and chess has ELO ratings, fencing has its own system for ranking competitors’ skills. Here are the ins and outs of USA Fencing’s competitive ratings system.
Where Should I Buy My Fencing Equipment?
Fencing is complicated, and the equipment is no exception. See our breakdown of the best (and worst) places to buy your fencing equipment.
How Do I Register for Local Fencing Tournaments?
Are you ready to sign up for your first fencing tournament? Learn how to find and register for local fencing tournaments on AskFRED.