Become a Duello Armizare Certified Instructor
Instructor Certification
The Duello Armizare Instructor Certification Program is a structured path from student to master instructor. Whether you want to lead a local study group, teach at an established school, or open your own academy, this program provides the technical training, pedagogical skills, and ongoing mentorship to develop you as both a practitioner and teacher.
The program combines intensive in-person training with distance learning support, practical teaching experience, and rigorous assessment at each level.
The Path
Apprentice Instructor
Novice Instructor
Journey Instructor
Provost Instructor
Master Instructor
Level Details
Prerequisites
None—open to all levels
Training
Level 1 Instructor Intensive (50 hours)
Certification
4 online quizzes + practical demonstration
You'll Learn
- Foundation in rapier and/or longsword technique
- Learning methodology and pedagogy
- How to facilitate a study group
What You Can Do
- Assist senior instructors in class
- Lead a Duello Armizare study group
- Certify students at the Apprentice (Green Cord) level
Prerequisites
- •Apprentice Instructor certification
- •Scholar rank (Blue Cord) in rapier or longsword
- •Valid First Aid/CPR
Teaching Requirement
48 hours (24 assisting + 24 leading)
Assessment
One class evaluated live or by video (70% pass mark)
What You Can Do
- Teach complete beginner courses
- Certify students through Green Cord
- Mentor Apprentice Instructors
Prerequisites
- •Novice Instructor certification
- •Free Scholar rank (Red Cord)
- •First Aid, CPR, and safeguarding credentials
Training
Level 2 Core Intensive (50 hours) + optional weapon-track intensives
Teaching Requirement
120 hours over minimum 6 months
- •60h leading beginner classes
- •30h assisting in advanced classes
- •10h conducting assessments
- •10h lesson planning and reflection
- •10h continuing professional development
Assessment
4-part written exam + practical evaluation + 15-minute oral viva
What You Can Do
- Lead classes at all levels independently
- Conduct student assessments
- Mentor developing instructors
- Serve as examining instructor (up to one level below your own)
These advanced certifications are for experienced instructors who shape the future of the art.
Provost Instructors
Design lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives and examine students up to Free Scholar level.
Master Instructors
Broad technical mastery across the system, design curriculum, develop other instructors, and oversee schools.
Each level requires a tailored intensive, a written project or thesis, and comprehensive practical and oral evaluations.
Upcoming Instructor Intensives
Your journey begins here. Intensives fill quickly—register early.
Can't make these dates? Join our mailing list to be notified of future intensives.
Maintaining Your Certification
All certified instructors maintain active status through:
First Aid/CPR
Current certification (renewed every 3 years)
Code of Conduct
Signed annually
Continuing Development
Minimum 10 hours per year
Annual Evaluation
One class reviewed (live or recorded)
Teaching Activity
Minimum hours or annual academy contact for satellite instructors
Instructors who don't meet yearly requirements can reinstate through a refresher seminar and assessment.
Ready to Begin?
The Level 1 Instructor Intensive is your entry point—no prior experience required. Join practitioners from around the world who are building their path as certified Duello Armizare instructors.