So, what makes the American Fencing League different from the U.S. Fencing Association?
• Visually-judged foil and sabre competitions (non-electric) and the option for local-level épée to be visually judged • Right-of-way that is rooted in a theoretically sharp weapon (for foil and sabre) • One-touch épée rules • Three-weapon competitions for the generalist, as well as single-weapon competitions for the specialist or newcomer to fencing • Strict decorum on the fencing strip • National championships held in January, with additional days of workshops, clinics, and opportunities to fence • Friendly to both sport and classical fencers • All events at all levels are mixed gender
