YFI

SAFEGUARDING
& CHILD PROTECTION

A clear statement of the coaching principles YFI uses to support respectful, age-appropriate and professionally supervised fencing environments.

OUR APPROACH

RESPONSIBLE COACHING
STARTS WITH THE ENVIRONMENT.

This page describes YFI's coaching approach. It does not claim adoption of country-specific legal frameworks or certifications that have not been verified.

Respectful Environment

Coaching should support dignity, respect and appropriate communication with young people, families and colleagues.

Age-Appropriate Instruction

Session content, expectations and communication should reflect the athlete's age, experience and development stage.

Safe Training Practices

Training structure should consider safe movement, suitable progression, equipment use and the practical demands of fencing activity.

Structured Supervision

Sessions should be organised with clear coaching responsibility and appropriate supervision for the environment.

Professional Boundaries

Professional conduct and appropriate boundaries are part of a trustworthy coaching environment.

Safeguarding Awareness

Child safeguarding awareness informs how YFI approaches communication, supervision and professional coaching behaviour.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING

SAFESPORT TRAINED
— 2026

Coach Yousef Alaghehband holds a 2026 U.S. Center for SafeSport SafeSport Trained credential. This is a personal training credential and is not presented as YFI organisational accreditation or endorsement by the U.S. Center for SafeSport.

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