Foil Yellow Armband Level 1
A progamme for beginners on Wednesdays (ages 14-17; 18+) and Thursdays (Ages 18+). Learn the basics of Foil Fencing both on and off the piste.
Advance enrollment required; intake in September and January every year.
Foil Yellow Armband Level 2
A progamme for those who have completed Yellow Armband Level 1. Continue skill development and introduction to refereeing.
Advance enrollment required;
Offered September and January every year.
Yellow Armband
Footwork:
step forward, step backward, lunge, combinations
Technical Elements:
grip, on guard position, defence in 4 & 6, engage in 4 & 6, simple offence, immediate riposte
Rules:
valid target area, dimensions of piste, method of scoring a hit
Refereeing:
corner judging, refereeing with the coach, identifying the actions executed
Testing:
Testing for the Yellow Armband in Foil Fencing is done at Phoenix’s Winnipeg facility at the end of every semester. Taking the test is up to each individual; if you thinking of testing please consult your programme lead coach.