Referee Course – Foil Level 2

Referee Course – Foil Level 2

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

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

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 foil 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 need level 1 foil 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 6 candidates. 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. *You may be required to stay until the conclusion of the event.

Car Parking
There is onsite parking at the leisure centre, although this can get busy at times. There are several car parks in local proximity with a short walk to the leisure centre.

Car Park Charges
Parking is free on Sunday up to 3 hours. Over 3 hours a charge of £4.00 applies. Cash only! Get your ticket on arrival.

Course Fee £20

The course is now full, however, if you would like to be added to the waiting list, please complete the form below.

Referee Course Application - FOIL Level 2 (WAITING LIST)

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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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The purpose of this form is to collect the information needed to run the course:

• • • Confirm British Fencing membership.
    • On completion of the course your details will be passed to British Fencing and England Fencing.
    • Your data will be held  for 2 years then deleted.
    • We may contact you after the course to see if you would be able to referee at various foil events in our region.

The above details will only be shared with Lynne Melia (course instructor), England Fencing and British Fencing. Your details will not be passed to any other third party.