ADVANCED COACHING PROGRAMME

This programme is ideal for coaches who are committed to evolving their holistic coaching approach. Whether you’re working at grassroots level or within performance environments, if you’re actively engaged in your own development, BF is here to support you every step of the way.

We welcome applicants from across the coaching community who are ready to challenge their thinking, refine their practice, and grow in a collaborative learning environment.

Throughout the programme, you’ll receive personalised guidance from experienced Coach Developers.

Additionally, you’ll benefit from insights and resources drawn from across the UK’s High-Performance System, ensuring your learning is aligned with the latest standards and best practices.

This pathway is designed to guide fencing coaches through a reflective and developmental journey before joining the Advanced Coach Programme. Each step builds on the last, encouraging deeper insight and preparation.

Step 1: Coaching Philosophy Vlog

• Task: Create a 2–3 minute video
• Content: Outline your personal coaching philosophy and share your CV
• Purpose: Showcase your values, style, and experience in a concise, engaging format.

Step 2: Initial Discussion

• Duration: 45–60 minutes
• With: Dusty Miller or Chris Turner
• Purpose: Introductory conversation to explore your coaching background and aspirations.

Step 3: Follow-Up Discussion

• Duration: 45–60 minutes
• With: Dusty Miller or Chris Turner
• Purpose: A deeper dive into your coaching approach, challenges, and readiness for the programme.
  

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Step 4: Development Plan

• Task: Complete your Individual Coach Development Plan
• Purpose: Identify growth areas, set goals, and map out your coaching journey.

Step 5: Values Exploration

• Task: Reflect on and articulate your core values
• Purpose: Ensure alignment with the programme’s ethos: Honesty, Respect, Excellence

Step 6: Outcome

• • Accepted onto the Advanced Coach Programme
  • Or: Deferred for further development

Applications for the next intake, called Cohort Four, open on the 13th of October 2025 and close Monday 15th December 2025, 5pm. 

The dates for Cohort Four are below. Candidates are kindly reminded that they are expected to attend all dates, for the best experience and qualify for Graduation.

Day 1)  Friday 8th May 2026

Day 2)  Friday 10th July 2026

Day 3)  Friday 4th September 2026

Day 4)  Friday 30th October 2026

Day 5)  Friday 8th January 2027