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PAUL DAVIS FENCING ACADEMY
APPLY TO LIFE

Engage. Inspire. Empower

Since founding the Fencing Academy we have had the opportunity to help countless students acquire foundational skills, develop new techniques and confidently move forward in their learning journey. As British Fencing's Club of the Year, we provide a wide range of courses to support students from all backgrounds and levels.

 

At the Academy we create environments that foster friendship, respect, hard work and reward success. We create sessions that are fun, engaging, and energetic and provide a service that is the same for all. We use Fencing as a tool to develop a child’s wellbeing and contribution to their local community.

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International Sabre Camp

Paul Davis Fencing Academy & Leon Paul invite you to join our International Sabre Camp 27th July - 2nd August 2025

FENCING BEGINNERS COURSES

The perfect introduction to the Olympic sport of Sword Fighting

Fencing sessions in the heart of St Albans at our purpose built Fenicng Centre. Taught by highly experienced coaches and all equipment provided.  Discover your inner warrior! Calling all Pirates, Jedi's, Knights, and future Olympians. Take your first step into our world of sword fighting. Our 4 week beginners programme will have your child engage, inspired and active whilst learnig the art of sword fighting and developing essential life skills!
Next Courses listed below.

ACADEMY SCHEDULE

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MONDAY

6-7pm 7-11 Sabre

6-8pm Invitational Sabre

7-8pm 12-16 Sabre
7-8pm Functional Fight Fitness

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TUESDAY

5-6pm 12-16 Sabre

6-7pm 7-11 Sabre

7-9pm Performance

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WEDNESDAY

5.15-6pm Fencing Beginners
6-7pm 7-11 Sabre
7-9pm Performance
7-10pm Adult Session

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THURSDAY

6-8pm Invitational Sabre
7-9pm Performance Sabre

8-10pm Adult Open Sparring

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FRIDAY

5:30-6:30pm 7-11 Sabre
6:30-7:30pm 12-16 Sabre
7:30-8:30pm Invitational Sabre
8:30-10:30 Performance

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SATURDAY

0830-1030 Invitational Sabre

1030-1230 Adult Open Sparring

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SUNDAY

FULL DAY BOOKINGS

TERM DATES

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AUTUMN TERM 2024

Sessions commence w/c Monday 2th September to Saturday 14th December

(Half Term w/c Monday 28th October – Sunday 3rd November )

SPRING TERM 2025

Sessions commence w/c Monday 6th January to Saturday 5th April

(Half Term w/c Monday 17th February - Sunday 23rd February)

SUMMER TERM 2025

Sessions commence w/c Monday 22nd April to Saturday 22nd July

(Half Term w/c 26th May - Friday 1st June)

TRUST THE PROCESS

We know Fencers develop and progress at different times and with the right support structure our Members have proven themselves on the competitive stage. Competitions are not for everyone and there is so much to do as part of our Academy. But if you wish to compete, your Fencer will progress with the Academy, with the focus on a podium finish at the National and International Championships.

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ACADEMY PROGRAMME

Our Academy training programmes are designed by experts in their field of Fencing. Our coaches have proven track records of nurturing, developing and supporting athletes from grass roots to the World Championships. The sessions are delivered by passionate and highly experienced Academy coaches.  

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Maria Jose Faustino

Operations Director

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Paul Davis

Academy Director

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Alex Bela

Head Coach

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Bryn Saunders

Pathway Manager

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Performance Fencing Camps 2024 Calendar (14+ &/or Experienced)
    Performance Fencing Camps 2024 Calendar (14+ &/or Experienced)
    Dates Specific to Tickets
    Hertfordshire Combat Centre
    Dates Specific to Tickets
    Hertfordshire Combat Centre, 5, The Dencora Centre, Campfield Rd, St Albans AL1 5HN, UK
    Dates Specific to Tickets
    Hertfordshire Combat Centre, 5, The Dencora Centre, Campfield Rd, St Albans AL1 5HN, UK
    All Academy Performance Fencing Camps listed in one place. Schedule your whole year. Buy Day tickets & Discounted Full Camp Tickets. Only suitable for experienced or 14yrs +
  • Youth Fencing Camps 2024-2025 (7 - 13 yrs)
    Youth Fencing Camps 2024-2025 (7 - 13 yrs)
    Dates Specific to Tickets
    Hertfordshire Combat Centre
    Dates Specific to Tickets
    Hertfordshire Combat Centre, 5, The Dencora Centre, Campfield Rd, St Albans AL1 5HN, UK
    Dates Specific to Tickets
    Hertfordshire Combat Centre, 5, The Dencora Centre, Campfield Rd, St Albans AL1 5HN, UK
    All Academy Youth Fencing Camps listed in one place. Schedule your whole year. Buy Day tickets & Discounted Full Camp Tickets. All camps suitable for Youth Fencers (7-13 Yrs) Foil & Sabre

GET IN TOUCH

5, The Dencora Centre, Campfield Rd, St Albans AL1 5HN, UK

07867 897195

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