Applications are now open for the 2023 Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad!
What is the Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad?
The Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad brings together the most committed young fencers from across Scotland to practice together regularly through the 2023 season, as well as providing in-person and online educational opportunities for the athletes and their parents.
The squad provides fencers the opportunity for fencers to come together with other like minded fencers to learn and try new things in a safe environment. There is no selection criteria, all that is required is a commitment and motivation to improve.
What is the purpose of the Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad?
We support the fantastic work being done by fencing coaches and clubs across Scotland, by providing additional practice opportunities for the most committed young fencers.
The focus of the Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad is on fun, learning through games / play, developing curiosity, and connecting with others. We believe this focus is vital to fostering a long-term, positive engagement with our sport. The programme will include in-person support from the True Athlete Project and Strength & Conditioning advice. There will be some additional parent support running alongside the programme.
Who is the Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad for?
For U15 athletes (born in 2008 and after) who are committed to the sport and want to be competitive fencers.
Age categories:
Under-15: born 2008-09
Under-13: born 2010-11
Under-11: born 2012 and after
Reasons to join the Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad
Additional opportunities to practice fencing, with other like-minded and committed athletes.
Build on the great work already being done with your coach within your club.
Improve your understanding of how best to prepare for the challenges of competition.
Get to know and make new friends with other fencers from all around Scotland.
Training Information
8 Sessions - 5 x in-person training days and 3 x online sessions.
Dates
8th January
22nd January
19th February
19th March
2nd or 16th April TBC
In-person training days will be 10am - 3pm (approx)
We will confirm venues asap.
Scottish Fencing Pathways Squad Staff
Team Manager & Welfare Officer – Liz Anderson
Lead Weapon Coach (Epee) – Rob Blackburne
Lead Weapon Coach (Foil) – Stan Stoodley
Lead Weapon Coach (Sabre) – Naomi Farmer
COO/Head of Pathways – Clare Queen
Cost
£150 for the 2023 Pathways season.
Payment Methods:
a) In full on sign up to squad, or
b) Monthly payment plan agreed with SF.
Information Evening
We are running two free, online Information Evenings to give an overview of the programme content and answer any questions or queries you may have regarding the Pathways programme.
Thursday 24th November – 7.00-8.00pm
and
Tuesday 29th November – 6.00-7.00pm
To register, please click here
SIGN UP FOR THE 2023 SCOTTISH FENCING PATHWAYS SQUAD
To sign up for the Pathways Squad 2023 please click here.
We have maximum 30 spaces available on the programme.
If you have any questions, contact Clare Queen, COO/Head of Pathways clare.queen@scottish-fencing.com
