Classical Foil Open Tournament

The AHF, in conjunction with Palm Beach Classical Fencing, is pleased to host our second classical foil tournament in Florida, to be held on Saturday, March 26th, 2005.

This is the perfect opportunity for the classical fencing community to celebrate the art, science, and spirit of classical fencing, meet other fencers from around the country, and test their skills in what is sure to be an exciting event.

This event is open to all fencers, no matter what their background, who would like to experience the classical fencing tradition first-hand. Please be sure to fully read the rules, which include all equipment standards. Rules will be strictly enforced.

Schedule

9:00 - 9:30 am: Registration and equipment inspection
9:30am - 12:30pm: first half of tournament
12:30 - 1:30 pm: Break for lunch
1:30 - 4:00 pm: second half of tournament

Registration

Registration for this event is closed.

Pre-registration: $20.00 for AHF members, $25.00 for non-members.
On-site registration: $25.00 for AHF members, $30.00 for non-members.

Pre-registration must be postmarked by March 16th, 2005. Registration will also be accepted at the door.

Spectators are welcome free of charge.

No video taping or flash photography of the tournament will be permitted.

Rules

You can read the tournament rules online.

Location

National Croquet Center
Museum Hall (upstairs)
700 Florida Mango Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33406

The National Croquet Center is only one mile from Palm Beach International airport (PBI) [see map]. Driving directions from I-95 are as follows:

Approaching on I-95 from the north, take the Southern Boulevard exit east and turn right at the first stop light (Parker); turn right again at the next stop light (Summit); proceed under the Interstate overpass to the next stop light, which will be Florida Mango. Turn left on Florida Mango and left again into the Center's parking lot.

Approaching on I-95 from the South, take the Forest Hill Boulevard exit west to Florida Mango Road and turn right. Before you reach the stoplight on Summit Boulevard, you will see the Center on your right.

Transportation

The closest airport is Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), located in West Palm Beach, only one mile from the National Croquet Center. For the best prices on flights see orbitz.com, travelocity.com, priceline.com, jetblue.com or flysong.com. Also check individual airlines' web sites for special offers.

Taxi service is available from the airport.

Lodging

The National Croquet Center has negotiated an exclusive agreement with Studio 6 of West Palm Beach for the following rates through April 15, 2005:

One Person: $45.57 per day
Two Persons: $48.43 per day

Studio 6 is located about 10 minutes from the NCC. Call 561-640-3335 for reservations. Please ask for the special Croquet rate when booking. For more information see this page.

Numerous other hotels are available in the area; see travelocity.com or hotels.com.

Contact

Any inquiries can be made directly to our local host in Florida, Kim Moser. Email: or call 561-630-3688.