Queen’s University Athletics and Recreation is pleased to invite fencers to participate in the 2026 Queen’s Hugh Munby Fencing Tournament.
Location
Queen’s University. Upper Gym, Athletics & Recreation Centre (ARC)
Directions
Take Hwy 401 to Division St exit (#617). Follow this road south until Earl St. and turn right. The ARC is on the left.
Schedule
| Date | Event | Time |
| October 24 | Senior Men’s Epee | 8:30 am |
| October 24 | Senior Women’s Foil | 11:30 am |
| October 24 | Senior Men’s Sabre | 2:00 pm |
| October 25 | Senior Men’s Foil | 8:30 am |
| October 25 | Senior Women’s Epee | 11:00 am |
| October 25 | Senior Women’s Sabre | 2:00 pm |
Note: Times indicate closing of registration; bouts start 15 to 20 minutes later. Doors to the facility open at 8 am.
Registration
Registration fee is $80 per weapon fenced. Preregistration closes 4 pm Wednesday Oct. 21, 2026. No refunds.
Preregistrations are being taken at: https://gaels.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2339&p=1
Please select “Join/Register” and then “General Public”. Then enter your email and create a password. Once your account is created you can log in and then you will be prompted to select your “seats” (ie 1 for an individual registration; 2+ if you are registering multiple fencers or for multiple events). You will then be prompted to enter the name of the fencer(s), CFF number(s) and the event(s) you wish to participate in. You may then enter your credit card information and click on the green “pay” button.
Head coaches of OUA clubs may complete the excel registration provided by the tournament organizer for bulk registration. Please submit this sheet to qfencing@queensu.ca by 4:00 pm Wednesday Oct. 21, 2026. Payment must be made by head coaches at the door on Saturday Oct 24 by cheque or bank draft (payable to Queen’s University). Arrangements can be made to invoice universities directly, if preferred.
Questions about registrations can be sent to qfencing@queensu.ca.
General Information
A 2026-2027 CFF competitive license or equivalent is required to participate.
This tournament will conform to current FIE regulations. The Directoire Technique reserves the right to apply or to modify these regulations as they see fit. Sous-plastrons are required. Fencing pants are required. Sabre fencers are required to wear a conductive manchette or glove. Conductive bibs are required for foil. Chest protectors must have the soft overlay for all foil fencers who wear one, regardless of gender. All fencers must be a minimum age of 13 (per CFF Age Categories).
All participants, coaches, and spectators must follow the OFA’s Codes of Conduct.
Please note: there will be no equipment vendor in attendance. You are responsible for ensuring all your equipment is in good working order and meets safety and technical requirements.
Foil, Epee, Sabre
U11, U13, U15, Cadet
The Royal Military College of Canada and the Paladins Fencing Program are pleased to invite varsity athletes, military delegations, and community fencing clubs to participate in the 55th Annual RMC Team Fencing Invitational.
Download the official invitation
Location
Field House, Kingston Military Community Sports Centre (KMCSC)
11 Navy Way
Kingston, ON K7K 7B4
Directions
Take Hwy 401 to the Division St exit (#617). Follow Division St south toward downtown Kingston, then turn left onto Hwy 2 East over the LaSalle Causeway. Turn right onto Navy Way toward the Kingston Military Community Sports Centre (KMCSC) / Field House.
Schedule
| Date | Event | Close of Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Nov 14 | Universal Team Épée* (Cap: 48 teams) | 8:00 AM |
| Saturday, Nov 14 | Women’s Team Foil (Cap: 32 teams) | 8:00 AM |
| Saturday, Nov 14 | Universal Team Sabre* (Cap: 48 teams) | 12:00 PM |
| Sunday, Nov 15 | Universal Team Foil* (Cap: 48 teams) | 8:00 AM |
| Sunday, Nov 15 | Women’s Team Épée (Cap: 32 teams) | 8:00 AM |
| Sunday, Nov 15 | Women’s Team Sabre (Cap: 32 teams) | 12:00 PM |
Note: Times indicate the close of registration. Pools will commence within 30 minutes following the close of registration. Equipment control opens at 7:00 AM on both Saturday and Sunday.
Universal categories replace traditional Men’s events and are open to fencers of all gender identities, including traditional Men’s rosters, mixed-gender teams, and non-binary athletes. Women’s events are designated for cisgender women, transgender women, and non-binary or transgender athletes who choose to compete in the women’s category for meaningful competition, provided they have not initiated testosterone hormone replacement therapy.
Registration & Fees
- Entry Fees:
- $200 CAD per team for OUA university teams.
- $240 CAD per team for club and all other teams.
- Payment: Payable at check-in by cash or cheque made payable to “RMC Fencing.”
- Pre-registration Window: Opens October 8, 2026, and closes at 4:00 PM on Sunday, November 8, 2026. No refunds.
- How to Register: Registration is by email only. Please submit team registrations to steven.moore-vountas@rmc-cmr.ca with the following details:
- Team name
- Event category / weapon
- Fencer roster (minimum of 3 and maximum of 4 fencers per team)
- Valid CFF membership number for each fencer
- Year of birth (YOB) for each fencer (minimum age: 12; YOB 2014 or earlier)
Questions about registration can be sent to steven.moore-vountas@rmc-cmr.ca.
Tournament Format
- 100% Promotion: Pools of 3–4 teams followed by a full Direct Elimination tableau. No teams will be eliminated after pools.
- Bout Structure: Standard FIE relay format to 45 hits. Third-place matches will be fenced in all categories.
- Overall Trophy: The RMC Cup will be awarded to the institution or club accumulating the highest combined placement across all six events.
General & Technical Regulations
- A valid 2026–2027 CFF / OFA competitive licence or international equivalent is required to participate.
- This tournament will run in accordance with current Canadian Fencing Federation (CFF) / FIE rules and regulations, subject to local adaptations approved by the Directoire Technique (DT).
- Equipment Control: Masks will be inspected at equipment control prior to each event. Weapons, body cords, mask wires, and lamés will be checked on-piste. A full fencing uniform, sous-plastron, and applicable chest protection, with a soft overlay for foil where required, are mandatory. Sabre fencers must wear a conductive manchette or glove.
- Club Equipment Mandate: Each North American club or institution entering two or more teams must supply at least one fully operational scoring apparatus, including a digital scoring box, two floor reels, floor lines, and an extension cord.
- All participants, coaches, and spectators must adhere to the OFA Codes of Conduct.
- First Aid: A certified athletic therapist will be on-site throughout the weekend. Athletes requiring taping must bring their own tape and medical supplies.
Accommodations
Preferred group rates are available at the host hotels:
- Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront: $189 per night. Call 613-549-8400 ext. 2660 and use code RFR or group name RMC Fencing. Booking cutoff: October 22, 2026.
- Comfort Inn 401: $139 per night. Book directly online. Booking cutoff: October 29, 2026.
Foil, Epee, Sabre
U13, U15, Cadet, Junior, Senior, Veteran
This competition will be run in accordance with the current FIE Regulations.
The DT and competition host retain the right to apply or modify these regulations.
More details are available at www.brockfencingopen.com.
Please note: Maximums indicated for events are based on previous years’ actual numbers. We included these to ensure no single event becomes too large to fit into the daily schedule.
We will review these numbers as registrations come in and adjust them where possible, while keeping the schedule feasible to provide the best competition experience possible.
Venue
Brock University, Walker Complex, Ian Beddis Gymnasium
1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way
St. Catharines, ON L2S 3A1
Doors open at 7:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.
Events
- Senior (ages 13+) – YOB 2013 or earlier
- Junior (ages 13–19) – YOB 2007–2013
- Cadet (ages 13–16) – YOB 2010–2013
- Under 15 (Y14) (ages 11–14) – YOB 2012–2015
- Veteran (ages 39+) – YOB 1987 or earlier
Schedule
View the full schedule at 2026 Brock Open Schedule.
Fees and Deadlines
- $45 administrative fee + HST
- Regular fee (until November 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM): $65 per event + HST
- Late fee (November 14–17, 2026, at 11:59 PM): $130 per event + HST
- Last-minute fee (November 18–20 at 11:59 PM): $195 per event + HST
Late and last-minute registrations will be accepted only at the organizers’ discretion beginning Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Formats
All Events: One round of poules. Percentage elimination after poules at the organizers’ discretion. Direct elimination to final. No match for third place.
For Veteran events, there will be no separate events or age-based medals.
Format Notes:
- Any event with over 64 participants will have a minimum cut of 20%.
- Events with fewer than six participants will be mixed gender.
- Event age restrictions are defined as of December 31 of the current season (2026).
Current Fencing Age Qualification = Current Season – Year of Birth
Example: 2026 – 2013 = 13 years old
Seeding
Events will be seeded using the CFF Domestic Ranking.
Participation in Multiple Events
Fencers are NOT permitted to fence in more than one event at the same time. Athletes may not take part in two or more events on the same day unless their participation in the initial event has concluded prior to the close of registration or confirmation for any subsequent event. Should a conflict occur, athletes will forfeit the unstarted event. Athletes entering multiple events on the same day do so at their own risk; no refunds shall be provided.
Refunds
No administrative fees will be refunded at any time.
We will refund event fees in full if you request a refund by 11:59 PM on November 14, 2026.
We will refund half of the event fees if the request is made between November 14 and November 17, 2026.
No fees will be refunded if the request is made after November 19, 2026.
Licence
All participants are required to have an active Competitive CFF/OFA Fencing Licence or an equivalent licence from the participant’s home federation. All Canadian fencers must hold a Canadian licence.
You may purchase or renew your licence in real time through the Canadian Fencing Federation or the Ontario Fencing Association. AskFRED updates licences every 24 hours. Please purchase your licence at least 48 hours before the registration deadline to ensure acceptance without additional fees.
All international participants must present documentation confirming an active membership with their home federation or a current, active FIE licence.
Equipment Requirements
Refer to the CFF domestic competition equipment standards.
Vendor
IMEX will attend as the vendor at this event.
Food
The Hungry Badger is available in the venue, and other food options are available within walking distance.
Parking
Free parking is available on-site over the weekend. The closest lots are Lot D (day parking) and Lot P (maximum four hours).
Results
Results for all events will be published live at www.fencingtimelive.com.
General
The OFA supports and encourages all athletes who want to get involved in the fencing community in Ontario in a supportive, safe environment.
Spectators, parents, coaches, or individuals with an inappropriate and/or disrespectful attitude toward an official, tournament organizer, or staff member will be excluded from the competition.
Please note that spectator space in the gymnasium is very limited, and no spectators shall interfere with the competition areas. Spectators may be asked to move or leave the competition area at the discretion of the officials and competition hosts to ensure the safety of all participants and the efficiency of the competition.
This competition is sanctioned by the Ontario Fencing Association.
Important for US or International Fencers
Fencers holding a valid USFA or international licence are eligible to register for and attend this event. However, system limitations prevent you from registering without manual intervention on our end.
If you’d like to register, please contact us directly at coach@fencingniagara.com, and we can handle your registration.
Refund Policy
Refund requests are handled at the discretion of the tournament organizer. Contact the organizer directly for refund inquiries.
Foil, Epee, Sabre
U13, U15, Cadet
This event has been sanctioned by the OFA.
Foil, Epee, Sabre
U11, U13, U15, Cadet
Foil, Epee, Sabre
U13, U15, Cadet, Junior, Senior, Veteran
