Coaching Fencing Level 2 (CFL2)

WM | Shrewsbury | 10-11.05 & 17- 18.05.2025

COURSE: Coaching Fencing Level 2 (CFL2)

WEAPONS: Foil, Epee or Sabre 

DATES: 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th May 2025

TIMES: 0900hrs to 1700hrs GMT Times

REGION: Wales

LOCATION: PGL Boreatton Park, Stanwardine, Baschurch, Shrewsbury SY4 2BA

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COST: £375

LEAD COACH DELIVERER: Graham Stretton (Foil), John Rees (Epee), Jonathan Katz (Sabre)

COURSE INFORMATION

STRUCTURE 

 

Based on a modular approach with a combination of theoretical and practical content, the course is delivered over 4 days (32 hours) plus home study, totalling approximately, 36 hours.

AIM OF THIS COURSE

 

To provide coaches with the knowledge, skills, and attributes to effectively coach individual lessons in a club setting. The coach will develop coaching skills and the technical & tactical aspects of defence and attack applicable to Development and Talent fencers. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES

 

By the end of this course, you should gain a better understanding of how to:

  • Run groups sessions safely and with a purpose.

  • Plan player-centered sessions for beginners/intermediates within a club setting.

  • Deliver individual weapon-specific lessons/coaching.

  • Deliver sessions using coach process skills.

  • Correct Level 2-specific fencing tactics and techniques.

ENTRY LEVEL RECOMMENDATION

 

  • 18+ with a British Fencing Level 1 or the British Fencing Introduction to Coaching Fencing Award. 

  • Under 18s may be eligible if they have obtained an Introduction to Coaching Fencing Award and are no longer than 6 months away from turning 18 years old. The certificate will not be sent until then. 

PRE-REQUISITES FOR REGISTRATION AS A BRITISH FENCING COACH

 

Please note that British Fencing uses "minimum standards for active coaches" in its coaching framework. If you would like to become a British Fencing Registered Coach, you also are required to hold:

  • A valid British Fencing membership.

  • Current SafeGuard Core certificate or equivalent.

  • Current Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate.

  • A valid criminal records check.

 For further information about these requirements please click here.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

British Fencing will use this information to verify that the individual is eligible for certain courses.
Gender

YOUR CURRENT EXPERIENCE

IMPORTANT

Since this course is held at a PGL site, each candidate must have a valid DBS certificate in place as a prerequisite to attend. Apply for a DBS certificate via this form. It can take up to 12weeks for the process to be completed.

If you do not hold a valid DBS certificate, we won't be able to accept your booking.

In partnership with PGL, BF will offer a special discounted rate for accommodation and meals. Candidates will have the chance to discover the beautiful locations of the centres and get to know other course participants in their free time.

Prices can be found below. Please tick the option that suits you best.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Please click here to find the course terms and conditions, with important information about cancellation, changes in your booking, refunds, Privacy Policy, and more.

PAYMENT

£375

By purchasing this bundle offer you will be able to stay at PGL overnight

£55

Please note that this price covers only one meal - either lunch or dinner

£10