Academy Program
Academy Program 2024
At Academy, with the great support from our professional coaching team, we try to create an environment to allow young fencers to grow with fun, challenge them when they are ready, and support each other while competing fiercely on the piste.
We have a wide range of fencing programs for people of all ages and levels of experience. Fencing is a great way to stay fit throughout the year, rain, hail or shine.
You must register as a Participative Member of NSWFA to be able to join the Academy program.
Once join, you can train in the sessions appropriate for your level as often as you like . You don’t need your own equipment to start – we’ll kit you out initially. As you progress and start entering competitions, you’ll need your own personal equipment.
Adult Fencing – Beginner’s + Fencing
To be advised in 2024
- Adult Fencers who would like to choose Fencing as their weekly hobby.
Fence 4 Fun
This is our introductory program for Fencers who are
- 8 years old or younger Fencers
Fencers will work in groups, bouting and agility training, as well as individually through a technical lesson
$1100.00 per semester
Note: Semesters go from January to June and July to December
You can join this program at any time, if in the middle of a semester, Fencers will be pro rata
Next Generation
This is the main Academy program and is designed for everyone
- Fencers of all ages from U10 to Senior
Fencers will work in groups, bouting and agility training, as well as individually through a technical lesson
$1500.00 per semester
The program includes NSW Development Camps and NSW State Squads
Note: Semesters go from January to June and July to December
You can join this program at any time, if in the middle of a semester, Fencers will be pro rata
Competitive Fencing
This program is a pathway and development training for Fencers preparing for National and International competitive level (Fencers who are aiming or are part of the Australian National Squads)
The program is designed for athletes who want to train with consistency and regularity, and will have unlimited weekly access to the Centre.
The training will include complete physical fitness work sessions, regular bouting, multiple individual lessons, video analysis, competition planning, pathways and coach presence at competitions
$2500.00 per semester
The program includes NSW Development Camps and NSW State
Free entry for State competitions (in your age category only)
Note: Semesters go from January to June and July to December
You can join this program at any time, if in the middle of a semester, Fencers will be pro rata
Holiday Camp
FeeS
Fees are based on a 42 week “year” with the cost spread over two semesters with fees to be paid at the beginning of December and June.
We make every effort to provide regular training but there may be occasions (e.g. for national competitions) where the Centre is temporarily not available.
ACTIVE KIDS VOUCHER:
Academy programs qualify for the Active Kids voucher. Apply here: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-an-active-kids-voucher
To redeem your Active voucher please send the fencer’s name, DOB and voucher number to: financeofficer@nswfencing.org.au
The voucher can be used for the Academy programs, but not for school holiday camps.
REFUND POLICY:
No pro rata refund will be given except:
1. For serious Injury which stops the fencer from fencing for more than two weeks with supporting documents from a GP or Specialist.
2. Your family moves out of the metro Sydney area and regular travel to the Academy for training is not possible. We may ask you to show supporting documents.
3. If NSWFA decides to apply a full COVID vaccination rule for people entering the NSW Fencing Centre, fees will be refunded pro rata for adult fencers and parents who do not wish their children to be vaccinated.
Please email your refund request, with supporting documents to financeofficer@nswfencing.org.au
For parents / guardians
Thank you for choosing fencing for your child.
This is a partnership between you, your child and us and we very much respect your parental role and responsibilities.
All coaching staff and volunteers at the Academy have valid Working With Children Check certificates and are qualified in first aid.
We place high priority on the safety of children while they are in our care. You can read our Child Safeguarding Policy and Child Safe Practices here: https://nswfencing.org.au/child-safe-sport/
We encourage you to spend a few minutes to read the document below to understand how you can best support your child in fencing.
Recommended approach in the Academy fencing environment
