About us

Meet our head coach Sandra Egginton

Sandra Egginton is an enthusiastic and experienced fencing coach with a proven track record of developing fencers at all levels—from beginners to competitive athletes.

Highly skilled in delivering structured training sessions, mentoring young athletes, and fostering discipline, confidence, and sportsmanship.

“Over the past 14 years, I have worked extensively across schools in the South West, consistently producing athletes who progress into British Fencing’s Athlete Development Programme (ADP).
I am completely child focused in my coaching and absolutely love helping children to develop towards their individual goals and foster their creativity”

Key Skills

• Technical and tactical epee instruction

• Athlete development and mentoring

• Competition preparation and support

• One-to-one and group coaching

• Lesson planning and skill progression

• Fitness and conditioning knowledge

• Safety awareness and risk management

• Club management and event planning

Coaching Experience

• International Fencing Camp, Bocholt, Germany — Coach (2025)

Invited by former German and Dutch national coach Rorik Jenssen to deliver technical epee coaching at this prestigious camp.

• Centurion Swords Fencing Club — Head Coach & Club Manager (Current)

Responsible for planning and delivering training programmes, developing club infrastructure, and supporting athlete competition goals.

• Leweston School / Pentathlon Academy — Epee Coach (2021–Present)

Delivering weekly one-to-one and group sessions for both pentathletes and fencers, including support for ADP applications and competition readiness.

• Bath Sword Club — Epee Coach (2012–2025)

Provided individual and group coaching for a range of ages and abilities, preparing athletes for both local and national competition.

Qualifications & Certifications

• FIE Diploma in Epee Coaching – Institute of Physical Education, Hungary (2017)

• British Fencing Level 3 – Epee (2017)

• British Fencing Level 2 – Sabre (2018)

• British Fencing Level 2 – Foil (2003)

• Safeguarding & Child Protection – British Fencing (2025)

• First Aid Certification – Royal Lifeguarding Association

• Enhanced DBS Checked – Mobile version available

“I began my journey in fencing as part of modern pentathlon, where I was drawn to the strategy and the range of the sport. As I practiced alongside my other pentathlon events, I found myself increasingly attracted by fencing’s unique mix of mental strength and physical agility. Over time, I realised my passion for fencing was overshadowing my interest in the other disciplines. This prompted me to shift my focus entirely, dedicating my time and energy to mastering the art of fencing.
I now compete in many competitions and am in pursuit of improvement in this dynamic and challenging sport!”