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Salle Green a classical and modern fencing school
Classical Fencing Ranks (Section III-D. Athletes' Handbook) |
FENCER RANKS:
Salle Green offers students a system of progressive Classical Fencing Ranks established by the Classical Academy of Arms to recognize the development of excellence in the technical skills of fencing with the Foil, Epee, and Sabre. Promotion at each level is based on written (Ranks 1 through 9), oral (Ranks 5 through 9) and practical tests (Ranks 1 through 9), with specific knowledge and skills objectives.
| Level | Rank | Exercises | Expected Technique | Bouts | Officiating |
| Basic Skills |
CF1 1 sword on white patch |
1 - on guard 2 - offense 3 - the guards |
footwork |
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CF2 2 swords on white patch |
4 - attack and defense |
footwork
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CF3 3 swords on white patch |
5 - assault |
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| Assault Training |
CF4 1 sword in rectangular border |
6 - grand salute |
50 in weapon |
timekeeper scorekeeper |
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CF5 2 swords in rectangular border |
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100 in weapon |
judging |
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CF6 3 swords in rectangular border |
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250 in weapon |
president of jury |
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| Free Bouting |
CF7 1 sword in wreath border |
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400 in weapon |
president for 100 bouts |
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CF8 2 swords in wreath border |
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600 in weapon |
president for 200 bouts |
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CF9 3 swords in wreath border |
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800 in weapon |
president for 300 bouts |
Rank patches are rectangular white patches worn on the cuff of the non-weapon arm of the fencing jacket with the appropriate number of fencing swords in red thread.
INSTRUCTOR RANKS:
The Salle uses the instructor development system established by the Classical Academy of Arms to train instructors to teach classical fencing in a five level program. The first level is completed in the Salle based on an independent study program, required completion of personal training, and required hours of teaching experience. Each subsequent level requires one year of study of topics related to the teaching of fencing, combined with requirements for structured teaching experiences, and practical and written examinations. The levels of Instructors are as follows:
| Title | Insignia |
Skills (note 1) |
Types of Teaching (note 2) |
Documented Lessons (note 3) |
Other Requirements (note 4) |
| Classical Fencing Apprentice Instructor |
CFA 1 sword in a rectangular border |
Assists in teaching beginning level fencers in a group class. | 10 hours of instructional experience | 6 months experience as a classical fencer. Minimum of 30 hours of instruction by a professional or recognized coach. | |
| Classical Fencing Demonstrator |
CFD 1 sword in a rectangular border |
Capable in foil
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Teach beginning level fencers in a group class, assist in teaching intermediate and advanced fencers. |
35 of which at least 25 must be group lessons |
Written and practical examination. |
| Classical Fencing Instructor | CFI
2 swords in rectangular border |
Teaching competence in one weapon
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Group and individual lessons in one weapon. |
100 of which at least 50 must be group lessons. |
Written, oral, and practical examination. |
| Classical Fencing Provost | CFP
3 swords in wreath border |
Teaching competence in two weapons.
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Group and individual lessons in a second weapon. |
200 of which at least 75 must have been in the second weapon. |
Written, oral, and practical examination. Completion of a research paper. |
| Classical Fencing Master | CFM
4 swords in wreath border |
Teaching competence in all three weapons. |
Group and individual lessons in all three weapons. |
300 of which at least 75 must have been in each weapon. |
Written, oral, and practical examination. Completion of a thesis. |
Notes:
(1) At the ranks of Classical Fencing Instructor and higher the instructor is expected to be able to teach any level of lesson applicable in the context of classical fencing for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. The progression between ranks lies in the requirement to teach an increasing number of weapons.
(2) Assisting functions include leading drills, serving as a demonstration partner, and helping to correct student performance in a group setting.
(3) Lesson requirements are a minimum requirement for lessons conducted while in the development program. Each lesson must be planned in advance and critiqued through a self-assessment process. Documented lessons must be presented in a portfolio that shows a selection of examples of the lesson plan, performance notes, student reactions, and self-critique for representative lessons. The requirement is to present lessons which show mastery of the material to the appropriate standard, a logical development of fencer knowledge, skills, and abilities, and a steady progression in instructor capability. Not every lesson conducted may meet the standard for inclusion in the portfolio.
(4) In addition, candidates are expected to successfully complete 1 year of Internet delivered academic training in appropriate subjects at the levels of Demonstrator and higher.
Classical fencers who are not members of the Salle but who are interested in this instructor training program should contact Walter Green for information on on-line instruction and practical workshops.