Fencing Programs for Schools
Bring fencing to primary and high schools as an after-school or sport elective, using your own portable kit.
- A$2.5k-8k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
You visit schools, holiday programs and youth centres with a portable set of safe starter equipment and run fencing sessions in their halls. Some students may later move on to a club.
Your first three steps
- Get your Working with Children Check (or your state's equivalent) and check coaching accreditation through Fencing Australia
- Build a portable kit of plastic or starter blades, masks and jackets for a class of 12 to 16
- Write a one-page program outline and pitch it to local school sport coordinators and after-school care providers
Who pays
Schools, parent associations, vacation care providers, and parents paying for after-school enrolments.
How it makes money
A fixed fee per class or term charged to the school, or a per-student fee collected through the school or an enrolment system.
Skills that help
- Fencing and coaching experience
- Managing groups of children safely
- Confident pitching to school staff
Watch out for
- Working with Children Check requirements, which vary by state and territory
- Public liability insurance, as schools often ask for a certificate of currency
- Check whether a school requires you to be an approved external provider
- Term-based income that can dip in school holidays
- Transporting and storing bulky equipment
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to run fencing programs in schools?
Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $2,500 to $8,000, depending on how much portable equipment you buy and your insurance and transport needs. Bulky kit also needs safe storage, so factor that in.
What do schools usually require from external fencing coaches?
Check Working with Children Check requirements, which vary by state and territory. Schools often ask for a public liability certificate of currency, and some may require you to be an approved external provider, so confirm this with each school.
How much revenue can school fencing programs generate?
Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many schools and programs you run. Income is term-based and can dip during school holidays, so plan your cash flow for those gaps.
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