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SMC Tournament Calendar 2026–2027
“Super Hero Showdown”
7th Annual Sword Masters Cup Series (1 of 4)
Come wearing your favorite superhero T-shirt or gear. The male first-place finisher will earn an official licensed DC Comics Batman medal. The female first-place finisher will earn an official licensed DC Comics Wonder Woman medal.
SERIES FORMAT
Each event will grant you SEASON POINTS according to your place.
The top 3 results out of the 4 events will be added together.
The athletes with the best combined results from the series (per age & weapon) will become the SEASON CHAMPIONS and will make history by permanently adding their names to the SMC CUP & their faces to the SMC wall of fame.
Date: September 19–20, 2026
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Standard FLA/FIE
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée & Saber
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR - SNR - VET
AWARDS: Awards will be given through 8th place for youth events and from 1st through 3rd place for CDT, JNR, SNR & VET
(In mixed events we will award separate medals and places for top boys and the top girls)
“Glow in the Dark Fencing”
7th Annual Sword Masters Cup Series (2 of 4)
Fence under the lights in the second event of the 7th Annual Sword Masters Cup. Wear bright or neon colors and join the Glow in the Dark fencing celebration!
SERIES FORMAT
Each event will grant you SEASON POINTS according to your place.
The top 3 results out of the 4 events will be added together.
The athletes with the best combined results from the series (per age & weapon) will become the SEASON CHAMPIONS and will make history by permanently adding their names to the SMC CUP & their faces to the SMC wall of fame.
Date: October 31–November 1, 2026
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Standard FLA/FIE
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée & Saber
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR - SNR - VET
AWARDS: Awards will be given through 8th place for youth events and from 1st through 3rd place for CDT, JNR, SNR & VET
“Esgrima México”
International event - Mexico City
Inter-clubes Esgrima México returns in November 2026 as an international friendly tournament for fencers of multiple ages and weapons.
Organized by Esgrima México, this event brings together fencers of all levels and weapons — foil, épée, and saber — in a vibrant competition that values both technical skill and sportsmanship.
One of the few international friendly events that is open to all, including youth categories starting in Y8!
Ask about Mexico City tours after the tournament!
Date: November 2026
Place: Club France - Mexico City
Rules: Standard FLA/FIE
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée, Foil & Saber
Ages: Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR - SNR - VET - Teams
AWARDS: Awards will be given to top 4 places
“The Golden Turkey”
7th Annual Sword Masters Cup Series (3 of 4)
Groundhog Day has "Phil the Groundhog"... Thanksgiving at SMC has "Kevin the Turkey".
Come and meet Kevin and take your picture with the one and only SMC Golden Turkey!
SERIES FORMAT
Each event will grant you SEASON POINTS according to your place.
The top 3 results out of the 4 events will be added together.
The athletes with the best combined results from the series (per age & weapon) will become the SEASON CHAMPIONS and will make history by permanently adding their names to the SMC CUP & their faces to the SMC wall of fame.
Date: November 21–22, 2026
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Standard FLA/FIE
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée & Saber
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR - SNR - VET
AWARDS: Awards will be given through 8th place for youth events and from 1st through 3rd place for CDT, JNR, SNR & VET
“Holiday Cheer”
7th Annual Sword Masters Cup Series (4 of 4)
Come and celebrate with us the most wonderful time of the year!
Come in your favorite Christmas outfit and enjoy the festivities!
And remember... Jesus is the reason for the season!
SERIES FORMAT
Each event will grant you SEASON POINTS according to your place.
The top 3 results out of the 4 events will be added together.
The athletes with the best combined results from the series (per age & weapon) will become the SEASON CHAMPIONS and will make history by permanently adding their names to the SMC CUP & their faces to the SMC wall of fame.
Date: December 19–20, 2026
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Standard FLA/FIE
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée & Saber
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR - SNR - VET
AWARDS: Awards will be given through 8th place for youth events and from 1st through 3rd place for CDT, JNR, SNR & VET
SMC New Year’s Rumble 2027
Start the new year with a fresh challenge at Sword Masters Club. Individual events for youth, adult and veteran fencers.
Date: January 16–17, 2027
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Standard FLA/FIE
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée & Saber
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR - SNR - VET
AWARDS: Awards will be given through 8th place for youth events and from 1st through 3rd place for CDT, JNR, SNR & VET
SMC Épée Teams 2027
Traditional Team Épée
EVENT DETAILS
Registration information will be added when available.
Additional tournament details are coming soon.
EVENT FORMAT
Épée only
Final rules and divisions will be announced.
Hosted by Sword Masters Club in Orlando.
Please check back for the complete event format.
Youth, adult and veteran divisions will be offered as applicable.
Final age-group schedule will be announced.
350 NW Non-FIE equipment is accepted
Date: February 20–21, 2027
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Event details coming soon
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR
AWARDS: To be announced
Final divisions coming soon.
Please check back for updates.
Additional event details will be announced.
SMC The Dragon Challenge 2027
Awaken the Dragon Within.
EVENT DETAILS
Registration information will be added when available.
Additional tournament details are coming soon.
EVENT FORMAT
Épée only
Final rules and divisions will be announced.
Hosted by Sword Masters Club in Orlando.
Please check back for the complete event format.
Youth, adult and veteran divisions will be offered as applicable.
Final age-group schedule will be announced.
350 NW Non-FIE equipment is accepted
Date: March 20–21, 2027
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Event details coming soon
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR
AWARDS: To be announced
Registration details coming soon.
Final divisions coming soon.
Please check back for updates.
Additional event details will be announced.
SMC Spring Open 2027
Welcome Spring at SMC.
EVENT DETAILS
Celebrate the season with a spring fencing tournament at Sword Masters Club.
Final divisions, rules and awards will be announced.
EVENT FORMAT
Épée only
Final rules and divisions will be announced.
Hosted by Sword Masters Club in Orlando.
Please check back for the complete event format.
Youth, adult and veteran divisions will be offered as applicable.
Final age-group schedule will be announced.
350 NW Non-FIE equipment is accepted
Date: April 17–18, 2027
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Event details coming soon
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR
AWARDS: To be announced
Registration details coming soon.
Final divisions coming soon.
Please check back for updates.
Additional event details will be announced.
SMC Age Team Relay 2027
Y8 to Veteran. Six Ages. One Team.
EVENT DETAILS
Saturday Age Relay. Sunday Youth Individual.
A team-focused épée weekend bringing multiple age groups together.
EVENT FORMAT
Épée only
Final rules and divisions will be announced.
Hosted by Sword Masters Club in Orlando.
Please check back for the complete event format.
Youth, adult and veteran divisions will be offered as applicable.
Final age-group schedule will be announced.
350 NW Non-FIE equipment is accepted
Date: May 22–23, 2027
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Event details coming soon
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée
Ages: Y8 to Veteran — final relay divisions coming soon
AWARDS: To be announced
Registration details coming soon.
Final divisions coming soon.
Please check back for updates.
Additional event details will be announced.
SMC Shonen Clash 2027
An Anime-Themed Fencing Event
EVENT DETAILS
An anime-themed fencing event at Sword Masters Club.
Additional theme and tournament details are coming soon.
EVENT FORMAT
Épée only
Final rules and divisions will be announced.
Hosted by Sword Masters Club in Orlando.
Please check back for the complete event format.
Youth, adult and veteran divisions will be offered as applicable.
Final age-group schedule will be announced.
350 NW Non-FIE equipment is accepted
Date: June 12–13, 2027
Place: Sword Masters Club, Orlando
Rules: Event details coming soon
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée
Ages: Y6 - Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14 - CDT - JNR
AWARDS: To be announced
Registration details coming soon.
Final divisions coming soon.
Please check back for updates.
Additional event details will be announced.
SMC Presents: The Orlando Challenge 2027
The World Comes to Fence in Orlando.
EVENT DETAILS
International youth épée for Y8–Y14.
July 2027. Final weekend and venue details are coming soon.
EVENT FORMAT
Épée only
Final rules and divisions will be announced.
Hosted by Sword Masters Club in Orlando.
Please check back for the complete event format.
Youth divisions only: Y8–Y14.
Final event schedule will be announced.
350 NW Non-FIE equipment is accepted
Date: July 2027 (exact dates coming soon)
Place: Orlando area venue — coming soon
Rules: Event details coming soon
Equipment: 350NW (non-FIE)
Weapons: Épée
Ages: Y8 - Y10 - Y12 - Y14
AWARDS: To be announced
Registration details coming soon.
Final divisions coming soon.
Please check back for updates.
Additional event details will be announced.
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