Fencing Ireland is delighted to announce a collaboration with the European Fencing Confederation to run a Mental Health and Life skills programme for our fencing community
This course is FREE to all members of Fencing Ireland – 14 years – 23 years and our Coaches
(Northern Ireland fencers typically need to obtain or already have an Associated licence from Fencing Ireland)
This programme is designed to retain and positively develop young athletes in fencing by highlighting the powerful role sport can play in shaping their lives. It supports fencers aged 14–23, along with their coaches, by drawing on Danish research and proven practices that focus on youth life skills and mental development within sport.
The initiative targets both young athletes and the adults responsible for guiding their sporting journey, creating a shared framework for growth, learning, and wellbeing.
For athletes, key topics include:
- Self-determination
- Self-awareness
- Time management
- Growth mindset
- Deliberate practice
- Interpersonal skills
- Values clarification
For coaches, the primary focus areas are:
- Self-Determination Theory
- The fundamental principles of sustainable training communities
Details as follows – LIMTED SPACES – EARLY BOOKING IS ADVISED
Location – Fencing Ireland HQ, Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15
Saturday May 2nd –
Fencers – 10 – 12noon ( No fencing gear required)
Coaches – 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Sunday May 3rd –
Fencers – 9.45 – 1.00pm – (Fencing gear required)
We encourage everyone who is eligible to take advantage of this opportunity!
Fencers can enroll through the following form: