At Summer Nationals, the action on the fencing strip is only the part of the fun. You'll reconnect with friends, meet new people and get to explore our iconic host city of Minneapolis.
Registration for the 2022-23 season opens on July 1, are members are encouraged to consider renewing as soon as they can to avoid delays and beat the inevitable rush later this summer.
The new pop-up space located just a 15-minute walk from the world’s largest fencing tournament will give families a fun and easy way to learn more about a sport some call “physical chess.”
From July 2-11, more than 4,500 fencers from 45 different states will gather at the Minneapolis Convention Center for the 2022 USA Fencing National Championships and July Challenge, also known as Summer Nationals.
The protocols are largely unchanged from the April NAC in Charlotte, with one exception being the removal of the requirement that fencers wear face masks under their fencing masks while competing.
“On Guard: A Real Conversation About Recognizing Abuse Within Sports,” offered on July 3 and July 6, will empower young athletes to ask questions, recognize abuse and learn practical strategies.
