
PAUL DAVIS FENCING ACADEMY
APPLY TO LIFE
Engage. Inspire. Empower
Since founding the Fencing Academy we have had the opportunity to help countless students acquire foundational skills, develop new techniques and confidently move forward in their learning journey. As British Fencing's Club of the Year 2019/20, 2022/2023 & 2023/2024, we provide a wide range of courses to support students from all backgrounds and levels proudly sponsored by Physio2go, Goss Environmental Coating and Gworktops.
At the Academy we create environments that foster friendship, respect, hard work and reward success. We create sessions that are fun, engaging, and energetic and provide a service that is the same for all. We use Fencing as a tool to develop a child’s wellbeing and contribution to their local community.
Just 20 minutes from Central London via the Thameslink Train Line to St Albans City then a 5 minute walk to the Centre. The Academy training Centre in nestled in the heart of St Albans at the state of the art Hertfordshire Combat Centre.


FENCING BEGINNERS COURSES
The perfect introduction to the Olympic sport of Sword Fighting
Fencing sessions in the heart of St Albans at our purpose built Fenicng Centre. Taught by highly experienced coaches and all equipment provided. Discover your inner warrior! Calling all Pirates, Jedi's, Knights, and future Olympians. Take your first step into our world of sword fighting. Our 4 week beginners programme will have your child engage, inspired and active whilst learnig the art of sword fighting and developing essential life skills!
Next Courses listed below.
Started Jun 11
130 British pounds
ACADEMY SCHEDULE
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MONDAY
6-7pm 7-11 Sabre
6-8pm Invitational Sabre
7-8pm 12-16 Sabre
7-8pm Functional Fight Fitness
8-10pm Senior Programme
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TUESDAY
5-6pm 12-16 Sabre
6-7pm 7-11 Sabre
7-9pm Performance
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WEDNESDAY
5.15-6pm Fencing Beginners
6-7pm 7-11 Sabre
7-9pm Performance
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THURSDAY
6-8pm Invitational Sabre
7-9pm Performance Sabre
8-10pm Senior Programme
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FRIDAY
6-7pm 7-11 Sabre
7-8pm 12-16 Sabre
7-9pm Invitational Sabre
8:30-10:30pm Performance
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SATURDAY
0800-1000 Invitational Sabre
1000-1130 Performance
1130-1330 Adult Open Sparring
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SUNDAY
FULL DAY BOOKINGS
TERM DATES
AUTUMN TERM 2025
Sessions commence w/c Monday 1st September to Saturday 13th December
(Half Term w/c Monday 27th October – Sunday 2nd November )
SPRING TERM 2026
Sessions commence w/c Monday 5th January to Saturday 27th March
(Half Term w/c Monday 16th February - Sunday 22nd February)
SUMMER TERM 2026
Sessions commence w/c Monday 13th April to Saturday 18th July
(Half Term w/c 25th May - Sunday 31st June)
TRUST THE PROCESS
We know Fencers develop and progress at different times and with the right support structure our Members have proven themselves on the competitive stage. Competitions are not for everyone and there is so much to do as part of our Academy. But if you wish to compete, your Fencer will progress with the Academy, with the focus on a podium finish at the National and International Championships.
ACADEMY PROGRAMME
Our Academy training programmes are designed by experts in their field of Fencing. Our coaches have proven track records of nurturing, developing and supporting athletes from grass roots to the World Championships. The sessions are delivered by passionate and highly experienced Academy coaches.

Maria Jose Faustino
Operations Director

Paul Davis
Academy Director

Alex Bela
Head Coach

Bryn Saunders
Pathway Manager
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Youth Fencing Camps 2024-2025 (7 - 13 yrs)Dates Specific to TicketsHertfordshire Combat Centre
- Performance Fencing Camps 2024 Calendar (14+ &/or Experienced)Dates Specific to TicketsHertfordshire Combat Centre
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