Coach Profile: Mhairi McLaughlin

Coaching Focus (Community, Development or Performance)
Community/Development

Qualified since
2018

Qualification Level
L1 or above

Last CPD Course With Year
2022

Coaching Rates Group Individual


My Coaching Philosophy
I want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to try and enjoy fencing. I think creating a safe, supporting and fun environment is key and this is the basis for all my coaching. If the fencers can leave more confident, having learnt something knew or even just with a smile on their face then I know I have done my job right.

BF Foil Qualification
Level 1 Foil

Coach Profile
Coach Profile

DBS/ PVG Check
Enhanced DBS Check

First Aid Qualification
Emergency First Aid at Work

Safeguarding Qualification
Safeguarding in Sport Refresher

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