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.
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
MONDAY
6-7pm 7-11 Sabre
6-8pm Invitational Sabre
7-8pm 12-16 Sabre
7-8pm Functional Fight Fitness
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
THURSDAY
6-8pm Invitational Sabre
7-9pm Performance Sabre
8-10pm Adult Open Sparring
FRIDAY
6:00-7:00pm 7-11 Sabre
7:00-8:00pm 12-16 Sabre
7:00-9:00pm Invitational Sabre
8:00-10:00 Performance
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.
Maria Jose Faustino
Operations Director
Paul Davis
Academy Director
Alex Bela
Head Coach
Bryn Saunders
Pathway Manager
UPCOMING EVENTS
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