Canadian Fencing Academy

𝗦𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙮! 🌸⚔️⁣
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We recently took to the stunning fields of Fennario Meadows Lavender Farm for an unforgettable day of Historical Duels. Set against the beautiful purple blooms, our athletes stepped out in historically accurate clothing, competing in reenactments using techniques from that time period.⁣
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It was a breathtaking way to bring history to life outside of the academy walls! Swipe to see the action in the meadows. 👇⁣
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𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗯𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁! ☀️🤺⁣
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From mastering new footwork to crossing blades and making new friends on the piste, the energy at the academy has been absolutely incredible this July. We love seeing our campers build confidence, learn new skills, and smile through every challenge!⁣
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Swipe through to see some of our favorite moments from camp so far! 📸👇⁣
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Our historical fencers traded the academy for the magic of the Renaissance earlier this July! ✨🏰⁣
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The team traveled down to 𝗡𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 for the incredible 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Stepping into a world of medieval marvels, knights, and princesses was the absolute perfect setting for our athletes. Dressed in their meticulously researched, historically accurate clothing, our fencers blended right in!⁣
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When they weren’t discussing period-accurate techniques or admiring the armory, our fencers were fully immersing themselves in the festival—cheering at the joust, exploring the artisan markets, and engaging in every medieval activity the faire had to offer.⁣
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An amazing weekend creating memories that will last a lifetime! 🛡️⚔️⁣
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𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦! 🤺✨⁣
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We are incredibly honored to introduce 𝙄𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝙇𝙤𝙣𝙜 to the academy!⁣
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Iris brings a truly world-class resume to our pistes. As a National Elite Athlete, a multiple-time Chinese National Women’s Sabre Champion, and a former member of the Chinese National Women’s Sabre Team (since 2004), her competitive experience is unmatched.⁣
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But her expertise goes far beyond competing. She holds a Master’s degree in Sports Training from Beijing Sport University, is a Certified First-Class Referee, and has served as a coach at both Beijing Sport University and Peking University. Coaching across the United States and Canada since 2012, she brings over 13 years of international experience in developing nationally competitive athletes.⁣
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We are thrilled to have this level of elite insight guiding our sabre fencers!🏆⁣
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𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦! 🤺✨⁣
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We are incredibly honored to introduce Coach 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙌𝙞𝙖𝙣 to the academy!⁣
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A graduate of the prestigious Shanghai Institute of Physical Education, Coach Chen brings over 10 years of elite fencing experience in both Sabre and Foil to the piste. His expertise goes straight to the top—he has spent a number of years working directly as a coach for the Canadian National Team! 🇨🇦⁣
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Coach Chen has a proven track record of developing champions. Several of his students have been selected to represent the Canadian National Team, while many others have claimed medals at national-level tournaments. We are thrilled to have his world-class insight guiding our athletes to their highest potential.⁣
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Make sure to say ‘hello’ to Coach Chen next time you stop by!⁣
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𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦! 🤺✨⁣
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We are so excited to introduce the next amazing member of our coaching team, 𝙀𝙧𝙞𝙠𝙖 𝘿𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙪𝙚𝙯!⁣
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Erika has been dedicated to the sport since she began fencing foil in 2012. With many years of competitive experience across Canada under her belt, she brings a wealth of firsthand knowledge and technical skill to the piste.⁣
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Since taking on a coaching role in the summer of 2022, Erika has been passionate about giving back to the community. She is eager to share her expertise to help her students crush their athletic goals and develop into truly great fencers.⁣
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Be sure to say hi to Erika the next time you are at the academy! 👋⁣
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𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦! 🤺✨⁣
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Next up in our spotlight is 𝙀𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙃𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨!⁣
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Ethan brings over 10 years of fencing experience to the piste. For the past 5 years, he has been training intensely and competing at a high level all across North America, picking up an incredible arsenal of skills and techniques along the way!⁣
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Having stepped into a coaching role at the start of summer 2021, Ethan is passionate about passing on his competitive edge. He is ready to teach, inspire, and help his students develop into truly great, fierce competitors themselves.⁣
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Say hi to Ethan the next time you are at the academy! 👋⁣
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𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦! 🤺✨⁣
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Say hello to Brandon, 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵!⁣
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With over 10 years of fencing experience under his belt, Brandon brings a wealth of first-hand knowledge to the piste, having competed at both the provincial and national levels.⁣
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As a coach, Brandon is all about building a rock-solid foundation. He is dedicated to helping his students develop strong fundamentals, much sharper technique, and the unshakeable confidence they need to truly grow as both athletes and competitors.⁣
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Say hi to Brandon the next time you see him at the academy! 👋⁣
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𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦! ⚔️⁣
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Continuing our coach spotlights, we are excited to introduce you to the man: 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲, 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿, 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗶𝗹 & 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵!⁣
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Brily has been crossing blades since the early 1990s, and his passion for the sport hasn’t dimmed a bit. As an active, 𝘕𝘊𝘊𝘗-𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 since 2006 for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, he is often the very first teacher our students meet at the Canadian Fencing Academy. He has even trained many of the younger coaches you see on the piste today!⁣
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Whether he is maintaining our gear or teaching the intricacies of historical techniques, Brily’s ultimate goal is simple: to give every new student a love of the sport that will last a lifetime. 🤺❤️⁣
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Drop a 👋 in the comments to say hi to Brily!⁣
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𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦! 🤺✨⁣
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We are thrilled to kick off our coach spotlights with the driving force behind the Canadian Fencing Academy.⁣
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𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝘂, our President and Head Foil Coach!⁣
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Alice’s resume speaks for itself: she is a former member of 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘢’𝘴 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯’𝘴 𝘍𝘰𝘪𝘭 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮 and has served as an assistant coach for 𝘊𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘢’𝘴 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯’𝘴 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮. With an incredible 25 years of total fencing experience and 15 years dedicated to building CFA into one of Ontario’s largest and most successful clubs, she is truly a cornerstone of our community.⁣
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From beginners to competitive athletes, Alice brings elite-level insight, leadership, and hands-on coaching to every program she oversees. We are so incredibly lucky to have her leading the way! 🌟⁣
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