We are dedicated to develop a Elite fencing program in Utah where our athletes will have the opportunity to grow as a competitive athletes and fence at all levels in USFA's sanctioned local, regional, national or international tournaments.

 

Tailored for the competitive fencer, this program is committed to fostering both physical and mental development. Structured technical and tactical sessions will be combined with strength training instruction. Included in the package is an individualized training program and video analysis sessions. Fencers will receive a minimum of two private lessons and one group training session per week.

Our students train consistenly at least 3 days per week.

 

To be part of the Elite Foil Training Program is by head coache's approval ONLY. Unless admited to the program directly through registration, students must had completed the beginning level or with proven, evaluated, past fencing experience.

 

My commitment as a fencing coach is to give each of my students the fencing skills, tactics and techniques to help them excel in the sport of fencing and to help them to:

• Develop mental skills
• Acquire training discipline
• Be goal oriented
• Improve physical endurance

I will create a training record for each fencer to track progress and goals periodically.

To promote the values of sportsmanship and fair play and o abide by the rights for athletes established by the USFA.

We believe that our athletes have the right to:

• Be treated with dignity by all involved
• Fence regardless of skill level
• Fence at a level that is commensurate with each athlete's development
• Fence in a safe and healthy environment
• Have proper preparation for fencing
• Have qualified leadership
• Have equal opportunity to strive for success
• Have fun fencing.

As director of the program I require from my students:

• Respect to me and all coaches at the fencing center
• Respect to other fencers
• Commitment to the program- Be consistent- not to miss class
• Follow the rules established by Profencing and by the United States Fencing Association
• Never fence or play with the swords or any fencing weapon without wearing a mask and the appropriate fencing gear
• Take care and be responsible for all fencing equipment
• Good manners
• Practice at all moments all safety rules
• Be a good listener
• Positive state of mind
• Have a lot of fun.

I required from Parents:

• Respect
• Commitment to the program
• No interruptions during fencign times. I love talking to parents; hoever, fencign time is sacred
• Consult with me for all training classes and competitions
• Take care of all registrations to competitions and travel arrangements for their child when required
• Take care of all memberships, coaches' fees and coaches' travel's fees.
• On time payments.
• Communicate to us INMEDIATELLY any medical condition that we should be aware of
• Support and understanding
• Stay out of trouble during competitions. Meaning... DO NOT fight with parents, athletes, or referees during competitions.
• Make sure your child is well equipped at all time
• Enthusiasm and positive attitude with your child at all times
• Be sure at all times that your kid has all the necessary equipment.

 

EVERY ELITE ATHLETE MUST HAVE HIS/HER OWN FULL FENCING GEAR FOR EACH WEAPON. If the athlete does epee then he/she must have all his/her equipment for epee. Same for all other weapons if they fence competitively. Musketeers Fencing Alliance rents fencing gear at a reasonable cost if the athlete does not want or cannot afford buying equipment for several weapons.

For more info about the elite program contact our head coach at jaircortazar@gmail.com.