USA Fencing

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - New for the 2023-24 Season, all USA Fencing Coach members will be required to complete the Foundation of Fencing Coaching Course.

You will be able to complete these modules within our content management system, FenceLab.

As a coach, you will have 45 days to complete the modules that comprise the Foundations of Fencing course. Until you complete your education requirements, your Coach membership status will show as (pending). 

You will be able to complete these modules within our content management system, FenceLab.

The Five Modules included with the Foundations of Fencing Coach Certification are as follows:

• Coaching Essentials

• Creating a Culture of Belonging

• Elevating your Coaching IQ

• Foundations of Fencing

  • This includes footwork and weapon-specific foundational skills.

• Foundations of Parafencing

After the completion of all five learning modules, you will complete a short Final Assessment.

An exemption from the fencing module that covers footwork and weapon-specific foundational skills will apply to those with verified certifications through organizations that provide fencing coach education, former and current NCAA head and assistant coaches, and former and current USA Fencing National Team coaches. If you qualify for an exemption from this one module, please complete the form by clicking here: Exemptions form.

Who has access to this program?

Coach Members: As part of your membership, you will gain access to the Foundations of Fencing coaching course. You will also receive access to educational opportunities through FenceLab and in-person activities.

Life or Life Installment Members: Life Members will need to purchase the +Coach Add-On to access the coaching education content. 

Members Under 18: Access and Competitive members under the age of 18 will be able to purchase the +Junior Coach Add-On to access the coaching education content.

If you have any questions regarding the program please email informationa@usafencing.org.

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