Welcome
modern pentathlon club for all
POWER OF 5 DISCIPLINES
Horse Riding, Swimming, Fencing, Shooting, Running
Dacorum Modern Pentathlon Club
Laser Run
(Shoot & Run)
An amazing Fun Sport which you can compete in locally, nationally and Internationally as individuals and with a relay partner.
Fun for young and older. From 8 years to 100
Laser-run is the thrilling finale the Olympic sport of modern pentathlon and now also a fast-paced dynamic sport in its own right which involves shooting and running with the first person to cross the line the winner.
Each run is preceded by a shoot with different shooting and running distances for different age groups.
Modern Triathlon
(Swimming & Laser Run)
Many of the Pentathlon GB Regions hold modern triathlons.
This is a timed swim and a Laser Run where your times/positions will gain you points towards your final total. This is a great opportunity to gain competition experience (particularly in the combined laser-run discipline) for the British Modern Triathlon Championships which is held each year. There are national and International competitions in this discipline.
Triathle
(Continuous Swim & Laser Run)
Triathle combines Laser shooting, swimming and running in a continuous shoot/swim/run format. The event begins with a pack start and there is a transition zone between the run and swim. The number of laps is dependant on your age group category. Participants from 8 years old.
There are national and International competitions held by Pentathlon GB and the UIPM.
Biathlon
Timed swim and timed run. Points awarded for finishing position, highest points score wins.
Pentathlon GB hold a biathlon series each year in various locations around the UK. Which leads up to the British Biathlon Championships. There is also a Schools Biathlon Championships. This is usually the entry point for most Modern Pentathletes. Participants from 8 years old
Biathle
(Continuous Swim & Run)
Biathle combines swimming and running in a continuous format. The event begins with a pack start and there is a transition zone between the run and swim. The number of laps is dependant on your age group category. Participants from 8 years old. There are national and International competitions held by Pentathlon GB and the UIPM.
Modern Tetrathlon
(Fence, Swim & Laser Run)
The Modern Tetrathlon comprises of four events. Epee Fencing, Swimming and Laser Run. The Swimming and Laser Run is sometimes combined into a Triathle, but usually the events are separate. An athlete will gain points in each event with their final tally determining their final standing.
Modern Pentathlon
(Horse Jumping, Swimming, Fencing & Laser Run)
Modern pentathlon comprises five diverse sports: swimming, fencing, riding, running and shooting. Each discipline is held separately, apart from running and shooting, which are held together in a challenging and exciting combined laser-run, the final discipline of the competition.
Competitors gain modern pentathlon points across each discipline, resulting in a handicapped start for the laser-run. The winner of the competition is the person who gains the most points across all 5 disciplines. Thanks to the handicap start in the laser-run, the winner is simply the first person to cross the finish line.
Modern pentathlon is the only Pentathlon GB sport to be competed at the Olympics and there are World Championships and European Championships held annually.
INFORMATION ON NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL EVENTS
club life
Athlete Development Programme
Multi Sport Athlete Development.
Every Saturday Dacorum Pentathlon Club runs a High Performance training session for all levels of athlete.
The Program usually starts at 10.00 am with a cross country Run, followed by Laser Shooting & Epee Fencing.
We analyse your technique, test your fitness, discuss about your Goals and give some advice for the Future.
Training with international coaches and athletes.
This session is run with the Pentathlon Development Program and Talent Pathway in mind.
Meet the coach... Lajos Fazekas
Lajos Fazekas is no stranger to Modern Pentathlon, Hungarian born, pentathlon is in his blood. Not only is he the Head coach at Dacorum Pentathlon Club, but also a Masters Athlete, still competing at international level.
Masters world champion and mentor... Denise Silk
Denise Silk, Masters Modern Pentathlon, Triathle & Laser Run World & European Champion,
Everyone Active Sporting Champion.
Dacorum Pentathlon Club Secretary
CLUB traininG & FEES
WEEKEND PENTATHLON TRAINING SCHEDULE
Sunday:
09.00-10.30 hrs: Epee Fencing & Laser Shooting
11.00-12.00 hrs: Swimming
EVERYONE ACTIVE LEISURE CENTRE, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, HP11JS
Laser Shooting, Epee Fencing, Swimming
Equipment required, Laser Pistol, Fencing Equipment.
(Laser Pistol & Fencing Equipment can be hired if required, please advise if needed.)
WEEKLY TRAINING SCHEDULE
EVERYONE ACTIVE LEISURE CENTRE,
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, HP11JS
Monday:
17.00-18.00 hrs: SWIMMING, Scull Technique (U12s)
19-21 hrs: FENCING Footwork & LASER SHOOTING
Tuesday:
18.00-19.00 hrs: EPEE FENCING for Beginners & Family; LaserShooting
19.00-20.30 hrs: EPEE FENCING for all
20.30-21.00 hrs: SABRE FENCING for all
Wednesday:
18.30-19.30 hrs: SWIMMING
19.00-21.00 hrs: EPEE FENCING (over 13 years) Open Night at LEON PAUL CENTRE,
Unit 14, Garrick Industrial Centre, Irving Way, London, NW9 6AQ,
(Additional costs for those attending)
Thursday:
18.00-19.00 hrs: EPEE FENCING for Beginners & Family; LaserShooting
19.00-20.30 hrs: EPEE & FOIL FENCING for all
20.30-21.00 hrs: FOIL FENCING for all
Friday:
18.00-20.00 hrs: Sabre Fencing & FAMILY FENCING
1 to 1 Lessons are available with Lajos, Booking 2 days in advance please. (Contact Lajos to book)
DACORUM PENTATHLON CLUB TRAINING FEES
Pentathlete Gold Package: £55.00 per person, per Month (payment by standing order)
Unlimited Fencing & Pentathlon Training (Laser Run etc.) as stated above Weekend & Weekly training.
(more than one child training discounted fee: £50 per person)
Pentathlete Package: £30.00 per person, per Month (payment by standing order)
Sunday: 09.00-12.00 hrs, Epee Fencing, Laser Shooting, Swimming
Fencing Package: £30.00 per person, per Month (payment by standing order)
Unlimited Fencing Training (with own fencing kit & blade) as stated above Weekly training.
Bank details will given on your confirmation email.
Equipment required, Laser Pistol, Fencing Equipment.
(Laser Pistol & Fencing Equipment can be hired if required, please advise if needed.)
IMPORTANT: British Fencing Membership is compulsory for all fencers and Pentathlon GB Membership is compulsory for Laser Run. Please visit britishfencing.com and pentathlongb.org for links to the Sport80 membership platform.
Running, Laser Shooting, Epee Fencing, Swimming.
1 to 1 Lessons are available with Lajos, Contact Lajos directly to book oldpentathlon@gmail.com
MODERN PENTATHLON PERSONAL TRAINING & INFO
Introduction to Laser shooting
Your first step you to learn what a Laser Pistol is.
How to operate the pistol. Range Safety. Basic shooting technique.
Laser Run Competition rules, system
Learn the fundamentals of the Laser Run competition. Take part and practice, so you will be able to participate in a competitive event.
Laser Run Rules: Rules of Pentathlon GB
Running Interval Knowledge
Learn about interval running,
First warm up 20 minutes running & 10 minutes stretching.
Running interval distance repeating 4 times for 3 minutes, with 20 second break.
After all 10 minutes light running or walking recommended.
Personal Shooting Preparation
You will Learn how you can improve your shooting
How you can adjust the aiming point or set your pistol for better results.
Follow the Laser Shooting online training sessions where you can, book your place. Contact us for details. Pentathlon GB memberships recommended.
Dacorum Pentathlon Club members can be loaned a Laser Pistol & Target, but you must have a Laser Shooting certificate.
Personal Running interval Practice
Run your category/age group interval distance 400m, 600m, 800m,
Repeating 4 times with 20 second break.
Send us your PB once a month.
Practice the Laser Run Combined Event
The Laser Run is the discipline of the Modern Pentathlon .
Practice 4 times your age categories distance continuous each month and send us your PB time. Rules of Pentathlon GB
Personal Swim Fit
GYM WORK. 3 times a week. 50 minutes training for stamina, Run, Bike, Rowing Machine. Build up Leg, Arm and Wrist power. Pull equipment for swimming with light weight. 25 stroke number to be repeated 10 times
OUR PARTNERS AND USEFUL LINKS
DACORUM PENTATHLON CLUB KIT / PODIUM ATIRE
TECHNICAL TOPS, HOODIES, hats etc. contact us for details
Club ROLES/CONTACTS
Head Coach
Lajos Fazekas
Club Secretary & Coach
Denise Silk
Club Treasurer
Anita Vig-Kis
Club Chair
Agnes Oroszlan
Club Welfare Officer
Sarah-Jane Farlam
Fencing East Region Welfare Officer
Sarah Pallier
Social Media Officer
Scott Farlam