In short, yes! Rise Fencing Academy is a member of USFA (United States Fencing Association) and USFA follows the guidelines of FIE (Federation Internationale d'Escrime). All Rise fencers who compete in tournaments must be members of USFA.

We love fencing and we all benefit as more people get involved. If you can't come fence with us, here's a list of some local fencing clubs that might be a little closer to you.

• Cutting Edge Fencing Club, North Richland Hills
• Dallas Fencers Club, Dallas
• Fencing Institute of Texas, Farmer's Branch
• Hockaday School, Dallas
• Lone Star Fencing Center, Dallas, Plano
• Renaissance Fencing Club, Plano
• La Réunion Fencing Academy, Dallas, Duncanville

For more information about what gear is required, which is recommended and where to get any of it, check out our gear page.