PRIMARY LINK TEACHERS’ / SCHOOL SPORTS CO-ORDINATORS’ WORKSHOP
Introduction -
Mini-Fence® is a fun and extremely safe system for introducing the exciting sport of fencing to children at KS1 and 2, eg Years 5/6. It captures the imagination and holds the attention and is at once both physical and mental exercise. Suitable for girls and boys, it requires no complicated equipment, just a face-mask and a foam foil.
The MINI-FENCE® Workshop -
Because Mini-Fence® does not require a qualified fencing coach (it comes fully supported with pre-prepared lesson plans, handouts, posters and a DVD) PLTs and others can be given all the necessary skills, knowledge and behaviours to confidently lead Mini-Fence® sessions, in a stand-alone three-hour workshop. Also, the workshop can form an element of a longer CPD event. A certificate of attendance can be issued for CPD purposes.
Aim -
The aim of the England Fencing Mini-Fence® Workshop is to familiarize participants with the Mini-Fence® system and materials.
Outcomes -
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
• Recognise the modern Olympic fencing weapons
• Use some fencing terminology
• Demonstrate a range of fencing moves and actions with Mini-Fence® equipment
• Explore ways to develop Mini-Fence® in their school
Indicative Programme -
• Introductions, aims and outcomes
• The modern Olympic sport of fencing, the three weapons
• Health and Safety Considerations
• Warming-up and fencing related exercises and games
• The ‘on guard’ stance and steps
• Simple Attacks
• Simple Parries
• Organising a Mini-Fence® class
• Talent Pathways and the National Framework
• Wash-up and debrief
Format and Content -
This highly participative workshop will involve practical sessions throughout. Participants will handle real fencing weapons, then with Mini-Fence® kit will learn to move, attack and defend like fencers. They’ll do exercises and play games as well as develop their own possible exercises with the equipment, the emphasis being on generic agility, balance and co-ordination as well as specific fencing skills.
Contact -
For further information about the structure and detail of this workshop contact Norman Randall at England Fencing on coaching@englandfencing.org. Chichester Community Fencing Club will be holding the first of these workshops at our normal venue on the 3rd November 2008 - get in touch for more details.
Mini-Fence® is a registered trademark of Leon Paul Equipment Co Ltd.
