Supporting Fencing

Strength 4 Fencing supports fencers and coaches with evidence-informed physical preparation designed to improve performance, reduce injury risk, and support long-term athlete development from youth through to high performance. Support is tailored to the demands of fencing and adapted to the athlete’s stage of development, training environment, and competitive pathway.

Philosophy and Approach

Fencing often lacks structured, age-appropriate physical preparation, while fencers progress through the sport with very different physical backgrounds, training levels, and injury histories. Strength 4 Fencing supports athletes at each stage of development by providing clear structure, progression, and guidance that adapts to individual needs within the complexity of the sport.

The approach combines scientific evidence with extensive applied experience across youth development, club, and high-performance environments. Through both in-person and online Programs, Strength 4 Fencing also supports fencers with demanding schedules, frequent travel, or limited access to high-quality physical preparation, ensuring continuity and quality of training regardless of location.

Background and Experience

Luca Malvassori, Founder of Strength 4 Fencing, has worked across the full fencing pathway, including involvement with the Italian Olympic foil teams for both men and women in the lead up to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. His experience spans extensive club-level work and the delivery of training camps with clubs and national teams across multiple countries.

Throughout his career in strength and conditioning, Luca has been trusted by national coaches with their athletes and by parents with youth fencers during key development phases. This breadth of experience enables him to tailor physical preparation to diverse contexts, cultures, and performance levels while maintaining consistent standards of quality.

Our Values

Athlete health and long-term longevity
Keeping athletes available to fence
Physical preparation serves fencing performance
Foundations over early specialisation
Building trust with fencers, coaches, and parents

Our Team

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Matteo Minardi

Matteo is an S&C Coach with Strength 4 Fencing since 2025. He contributes to the design and delivery of our programmes, supporting structured physical development for clubs and individual fencers.
With a background in Sport Science and experience working with developing athletes, Matteo brings a clear and systematic approach to training. His work focuses on movement quality, coordination, and strong foundations to support long-term fencing performance.

TERMS & CONDITIONS AND WAIVER

(Applicable to Fencer Programme, Club Programme, and Essentials Programme)

This Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between Luca Malvassori, trading as Strength4Fencing (S4F), a self-employed business registered in the United Kingdom, and the purchasing individual (“Client”). Where the Client is the Parent or Legal Guardian of a minor participant (“Participant”), the Client enters into this Agreement on behalf of the Participant.

By completing the purchase and ticking the acceptance box at checkout, the Client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the following Terms & Conditions.

1. PROGRAMME DETAILS

This Agreement applies to the following subscription programmes provided by S4F:
- Fencer Programme
- Club Programme
- Essentials Programme
These programmes consist of pre-written training plans designed for fencers.
Programmes are accessed through an online platform and include general support limited to assistance with:
- access to the app,
- payment issues,
- session organisation.
No video analysis, feedback, or individualised coaching is included in these services.

2. CONFIDENTIALITY AND DATA PROTECTION

All programme materials are the intellectual property of S4F and are provided solely for the Client’s or Participant’s personal use.
Redistribution, sharing, or commercial use of the programmes is strictly prohibited.
S4F may collect and process personal data (e.g., name, email, payment details, account access information) solely for the purpose of delivering the services.
Personal data will be stored securely and handled in accordance with applicable UK data protection laws and S4F’s Privacy Policy.
Communications between S4F and the Client will be conducted primarily via email.

3. PAYMENT TERMS

Payment for all programmes is by subscription.
The subscription will renew automatically on the same calendar day each month until cancelled.
All sales are final and non-refundable.
Failure to complete payment may result in suspension or termination of access to the programme.

4. PROGRAMME USE AND MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Programmes are provided for personal fitness and conditioning purposes only.
Clients and Participants are responsible for ensuring that they are medically cleared to engage in physical activity before commencing the programme.
By accepting these terms, the Client acknowledges the inherent risks of physical activity and assumes full responsibility for participation.

5. INSURANCE AND LIABILITY WAIVER

S4F maintains fitness insurance coverage that applies to minors and adults worldwide, excluding the United States and Canada.
This insurance is secondary to the Participant’s personal circumstances and venue conditions.
Training at home is not covered by S4F insurance.
When training at a gym, fencing club, or other venue, appropriate insurance must be provided by the venue.
The Client and/or Parent/Guardian waives all claims against S4F for any injury, accident, or damages arising from participation in the programme, except where prohibited by law.

6. MINORS

Where the Participant is under 18 years of age:
- The Parent/Legal Guardian must complete the purchase.
- By accepting these terms at checkout, the Parent/Legal Guardian confirms that they have full legal authority to act on behalf of the minor Participant.
- The Parent/Legal Guardian accepts responsibility for the minor’s participation, assumes all associated risks, and agrees to the liability waiver set out above.

7. COMMUNICATION

All notices, queries, and communications must be sent to S4F by email at the address provided on the website.
S4F will aim to respond within 48 hours (excluding weekends and public holidays).

8. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND JURISDICTION

Any dispute arising under this Agreement will first be referred to mediation before legal proceedings are pursued.
This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom.
The Client submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the United Kingdom.

9. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

By completing the purchase and ticking the acceptance box at checkout, the Client (and, where applicable, the Parent/Legal Guardian on behalf of the minor Participant):

Confirms that they have read and understood this Agreement.
Agrees to be legally bound by these Terms & Conditions.
Accepts the Waiver and Release of liability set out above.

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