University New Hanster Open 3.0
Registration closes May 16, 2025 — in about 21 days
Online Payment Required To Register
Join us for in Orlando for a great day of EPEE! Y12, Women's, Div 2 and Open!
Tournament Details
📅 Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 - Orlando, FL
ℹ️ Venue: Free parking, spectators welcome, walking distance to College Park restaurants.
🤺 Events: Senior Mixed Épée, Senior Women’s Épée, Div 2 Mixed Épée, Y12 Mixed Épée
📜 Updates: Grounded strips, new prizes, more refs, and more events!
Get ready for an exciting weekend of Épée in Orlando! You won't want to miss this one.
Now in its third year, this unique tournament is fast becoming one of the most anticipated fencing events in Central Florida, welcoming *all fencers* of any skill levels to compete, connect, and celebrate the sport we love and say happy birthday to Coach Mike.
After last year’s incredible turnout, we surveyed participants to see how we could make this event even better. You asked for a weekend schedule, grounded strips, more events, and unique awards—and we listened!
🏆 New awards for 2025: A permanent event trophy will be engraved with the Sr. Mixed Event winner’s name. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each event. Click here for full details on this year’s awards.
🎂 Event History: What started as a fencing birthday party for Coach Mike in its first year turned into a surprise showdown of Central Florida’s best fencers. By year two, it had already become an A2-rated tournament drawing competitors from every corner of the state. Now, in year three, the event continues to expand by popular demand, furthering its mission to grow the sport in Florida.
Click here for full details on the mission and history of the New Hanster Open.
🌞 Great competition, great company, and great weather await! 🌞
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS ABOUT A COMPLETED REGISTRATION - PLEASE CALL 407-461-7107!!!! We are expecting beautiful weather and a great day of fencing!
Hosted By:
🐹 University New Hanster & Orlando Fencing Club
For any questions, email jennys@wgfencingacademy.com or call (407) 461-7107.
All competitors must follow USA Fencing Guidelines and wear required gear, including: Plastrons, Chest Protectors (for biological women), and Fencing Knickers.
Sportsmanship Matters!
This is expected to be a fun event. Poor behavior will not be tolerated from fencers, coaches or athletes. Anyone displaying poor sportsmanship appropriately carded and will be asked to exit the building in accordance with USA Fencing Guidelines. Good manners and appropriate behavior is an expectation.
Registration & Fees
💻 Regular Registration (03/26/2025 – 05/16/2025)
- Registration Fee: $20
- Event Fee: $20
📢 Late / At-the-Door Registration (+$10 per fee)
- Registration Fee: $30
- Event Fee: $30
- Must arrive at least 15 minutes before check-in closes!
⚔️ Join us for a fantastic day of fencing—compete, connect, and grow with the sport!
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🎉 Event Sponsorship – Don’t Let Your Fencing Fade Away After College 🎉
This event is sponsored in part by "One More Touch", an online program from Fencing.Community. Keep your fencing skills sharp after graduation with this self-paced course created by Michael Grosse, former college club coach of the University of New Hampshire.
"One More Touch" is designed to help you:
- Stay connected with fencing, even after college.
- Balance training with life’s responsibilities.
- Build time management and goal-setting skills.
- Stay engaged with the fencing community and make new connections.
- Keep progressing at your own pace and continue your journey in fencing!
📚 Learn more and explore the full program: Click here