St Paul's Coach

St Paul's Fencing Master
	Jim Philbin Qualified Coach (British Fencing Association) Foil, Sabre & Epee Veteran World Champion Sabre
Jim Philbin was World Veterans Sabre Champion in 2007. He also has the distinction of being five times Senior British Sabre Champion and Commonwealth Sabre Champion. As a member of the British Team from 1973 to 1984 he represented Great Britain at Senior World Championships and Olympic Games. Following retirement from competitive fencing in 1984 Jim coached the senior sabre squad during the period 1984 -1988. He also completed British Fencing's National Coach award at Foil and Sabre and has worked with fencers at all levels for many years. Jim returned to competitive fencing in 2000 when he won the British Championships at both Foil and Sabre in the Veterans category. In 2003 Jim won the Sabre bronze medal at the European Championships followed by bronze at the 2004 World Championships and bronze again at 2006 World Championships. As a qualified international referee Jim continues to be involved in all aspects of the sport.