In 2019, the FIE will be conducting three-month educational academies for each of the three weapons in Budapest, Hungary The table below gives the dates of the sessions and deadlines for applications.
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Session Dates |
Application Deadline (noon MST) |
Notification from FIE |
|
Epée |
Jan. 20 – April 19, 2019 |
Nov. 10, 2018 |
Nov. 23, 2018 |
|
Saber |
April 21 – July 21, 2019 |
Dec. 7, 2018 |
Jan. 15, 2019 |
|
Foil |
July 22 – Oct. 21, 2019 |
Jan. 7, 2019 |
Feb. 1, 2019 |
USA Fencing can nominate one person to attend each session of the Academy. Please note that USA Fencing is not guaranteed a spot at the sessions.
Requirements
All candidates must meet the following requirements:
The candidate will be responsible for his or her transportation to and from Budapest to arrive the day before the start of the Academy and leave on the day after completion of the Academy. Lodging and meals at the Academy are covered by the FIE. The candidate also is responsible for medical insurance and fees as well as visa fees and any expenses incurred during the Academy beyond housing and meals.
USA Fencing is asking its candidate to share information learned at the academy with other fencing coaches within six months of completing the course. The sharing can take the form of a coaching seminar or workshop, a series of blogs or podcast interviews. The candidate and the USA Fencing Coaching Education Senior Manager will decide on the best avenue.
Application Process
To apply, please follow these steps:
The USA Fencing Coach Resource Team will review the applications and choose a candidate to be submitted to the FIE. The FIE will make the final decision on admissions to the Academy.
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