The British Academy of Fencing will be running a 3 weapon coaching course at Edgbaston High School for Girls, Edgbaston, Birmingham. This course follows on from the recent training days which were well attended, and will be held on a monthly basis, staffed by experienced coach educators. The course is open to all fencing coaches...

On Sunday the 12th March, there will be examinations. There will be no pre-training on Saturday 11th March. Applications and further details from Prof Andy Vincent.

The Academy has arranged 3 Training Days on the following days. Sundays, 28th May, 2nd July and 23rd July. All sessions cost £15 each. To show your commitment, we are asking all coaches to pre-book and pay for all 3 sessions in advance.

This is a friendly, coach centered look at all things fencing coaching. From routine lessons to special lessons, we look at distance, timing, technique and tactics. Coaching fencing should be fun! Tea/coffee/biscuits provided, bring exra food if needed.

A coach training day on Sunday 23rd July. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided, bring lunch.  

The Academy Coach Training Sessions begin on Sunday 24th September, 10am-4pm, at Edgbaston High School for Girls. There are further sessions on Sunday 22nd October, Sunday 19th November and Sunday 10th December. All are welcome including non-BAF members. Tea/coffee/ biscuits provided, bring lunch. Further details if required from Prof Jackie Redikin and Prof Peter Northam...

There remaining sessions are Sunday 22nd October, Sunday 19th November and Sunday 10th December. All are welcome including non-BAF members. Tea/coffee/ biscuits provided, bring lunch. Further details if required from Prof Jackie Redikin and Prof Peter Northam

This is the second training session for this term. All coaches welcome, 3 weapons and 5 levels catered for. Tea/coffee biscuits provided, bring extra for lunch if needed.  

This is the last training session for this term. All coaches welcome, 3 weapons and 5 levels catered for. Tea/coffee biscuits provided, bring extra for lunch if needed. Cost £20.

As of our last Issue of Academy News, you will find enclosed a Survey of our membership regards Insurance. Please note that the closing date for this Survey is 10th January 2024. Please send your responses to our Secretary, Prof Jackie Redikin. Many thanks, Prof Peter Northam President.