OUR MISSION
The National Fencing Foundation is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) educational organization dedicated to developing personal character, academic achievement, and athletic excellence through the world of fencing.
Host of the Capitol Clash Fencing Tournament
The National Fencing Foundation is proud to be the host and sponsor of the Capitol Clash, one of the largest annual youth fencing tournaments in the world.
For 13 years, the Capitol Clash has been the NFF’s flagship, annual tournament, with around 1,800 registrations in a myriad of weapons and events.
The tournament takes place at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, a Marriott Hotel, in National Harbor, MD and is free to attend. The Capitol Clash tournament will return over Martin Luther King Jr. weekend in 2024.
The Capitol Clash 2024 website has been moved to
www.CapitolClash.org
Support of Youth Fencing
The National Fencing Foundation has a long history supporting youth fencing in the Washington, D.C. metro area. The NFF has provided free classes, equipment, and instruction to underprivileged youth.
The NFF has had scholarships available for youth fencers who have dedication to the sport, demonstrate the ability to achieve success in fencing, and have a strong academic record.
Support of Wheelchair Fencers & First Responders
In 2019, the National Fencing Foundation began it’s campaign to support military veterans and first responders who are learning wheelchair fencing. The fencers are provided all instruction and equipment free of charge.
