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Tournament of Defense Countdown
November 6–8, 2026

Schedule

Friday

4:00 PM – Weapons & Equipment Check

  • Lord Francesco Antonio Mattei Rapier Clinic

  • Coaching Clinic

  • Fiore Longsword Clinic

Opening Ceremonies & Social Dinner

  • Official League Announcement

  • Preview of Upcoming Tournaments

Saturday

8:00 AM – Weapons & Equipment Check

9:00 AM – Open Single Rapier

2:00 PM – Open Saber

5:00 PM – Open Smallsword

Sunday

8:00 AM – Weapons & Equipment Check

Open Rapier & Dagger

Pilot Longsword Tournament
(Participation limited to approximately 15–20 competitors.)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • To attend as a combatant, student, or spectator, you must purchase an admission ticket.

    Participation in tournaments and martial classes requires separate registration, unless you have purchased the Duelist Pass.

  • You can find the full International Technical Rules by following this link:
    👉 International Technical Rules

  • ALL EVENT ACTIVITIES
    Tournaments · Workshops · Free Fencing · Performances will take place on the grounds of:

    HERITAGE CLASSICAL ACADEMY

    1130 W 34th St
    Houston, TX 77018

  • The Tournament of Defense will be held:

    November 6–8, 2026

  • General Admission Tickets

    • Full refunds available until August 1, 2026

    • No refunds after August 1, 2026

    • Registrations may be transferred to another person

    • If the event is cancelled, all ticket purchases will be refunded
      (Travel and lodging expenses are not reimbursed)

  • Children 12 & Under get in for free.