Referee Course – Épée Level 2

Referee Course – Épée Level 2

Practical Assessment Venue:
Tudor Grange Leisure Centre, Blossomfield Road, Solihull, West Midlands B91 1NB (map)

Schedule
This is a guide and may be subject to small changes. You will be contacted the week before the online theory with final details.

^†You may be required to stay until the conclusion of the event.

Dress Code: Smart dress, e.g. shirt with collar or similar (no jeans).
The course will be run by Lynne Melia, a former FIE referee, British Fencing  accredited Referee Instructor and Mentor. Applicants must be current members of British Fencing and have a good knowledge of épée with competitive experience. The course will be run with theory preparation and exam a week before via Zoom. *Candidates who pass the theory exam will then do a practical assessment as part of the competition. On the day of the practical assessments, a short seminar will take place before to answer last minute questions.  You do not level 1 epee to join this course.

Essential Pre-course preparation

1. 1. 1. Ensure that you have at least a working knowledge of how a competition runs, poule sheets and the basic rules and penalties. Some information is available here
      2. A link to an up-to-date penalties sheet can be found here
      3. Knowing the correct terminology for basic strokes and tactical moves is also helpful.

The course has a maximum of 10 applicants. Applications are on a first come first served basis when fully paid.

It is not possible for applicants to enter the fencing competition and do the course, as time is required to assess throughout the day.

Course Fee £20

Car Parking
Pay and Display. CASH ONLY!

Referee Course Application - EPEE Level 2

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BF Membership must be valid at the time of the course. The minimum level required is 'Supporter'. If you also fence, then ensure you have the correct level of membership.

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