The 2026/27 course calendar is now live, alongside new residential options designed to make attending coaching courses more accessible.
The 2026/27 course calendar is now available to view.
With support from Official Have-A-Go partner PGL and Official Delivery Partners NAYC & ACUK, three residential coaching courses will be available across the 2026/2027 season. These partnerships have helped reduce accommodation and catering costs, making it easier for members to attend.
These partnerships allow members to book accommodation and pay course fees closer to the event, helping to spread the costs.
As course fees can already a significant investment before travel and accommodation are considered, the initiative aims to ease the pressure and help some barriers to participation.
L2 Coaching Course
25-28 October 2026 at PGL Caythorpe, Lincolnshire
4 nights accommodation (full board): £340 (plus course booking fee)
L3 Coaching Course
25-29 October 2026 at PGL Caythorpe, Lincolnshire
5 nights accommodation (full board): £425 (plus course booking fee)
The accommodation offer closes on 13 September 2026. After this date, participants will need to arrange their own off-site accommodation and meals.
More information about the venue is available on the PGL Caythorpe Centre page.
As part of the partnership with PGL, there is also an option to attend as a family. Partners and children can take part in PGL activities while staying on-site. For further details, contact [email protected].
Alternatively, family bookings can be made directly with PGL using the code “BF” to receive a one-adult discount. At least one adult must be enrolled on a course at the time of booking.
L2 Coaching Course
6-7 March 2027 and 20-21 March 2027
Pioneer Centre, Kidderminster
4 nights accommodation (full board): £280 (plus course booking fee)
The accommodation offer closes on 23rd January 2027. After this point, off-site arrangements will be required.
More information about the venue is available on the Pioneer Centre website.
Courses may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met. When booking travel or accommodation, it is advisable to choose refundable options where possible.
All course bookings made more than six weeks before the course start date qualify for a discount. All courses can be booked via your Sport:80 account. Please note this does not apply to accommodation costs.
Level 2 Courses
Level 2 is suited to coaches working with fencers who want individual support to progress towards their goals. The course typically runs over four days, often split across two weekends.
To explore the syllabus in more detail, visit the Level 2 coaching course overview.
Level 3 Courses
Level 3 is aimed at coaches looking to develop their ability to deliver high-quality sessions across foundation, talent and elite pathways. The course covers group coaching, varied lesson structures, and a broader technical and tactical focus.
Further details are available on the Level 3 coaching course overview.
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