Our coaching team is dedicated to developing confident, technically strong fencers through structured training, discipline, and competitive preparation.
Coach Willy Arzola
International sabre coach with nearly 20 years of experience developing athletes from youth beginners to Olympians. Originally from Mexico and holding a degree in Exercise Science, he built the Tamaulipas State Fencing Program and coached athletes to the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
- Olympic pathway development
- Sports science–driven training
- Traditional & modern sabre techniques
- Competitive mindset & discipline
Coach Kelly
Coach Kelly brings energy and focus to every class, creating an encouraging environment where students build confidence and technical skill. He guides athletes from beginner fundamentals through Pre-Competitive progression.
- Strong technical foundations
- Youth engagement & confidence building
- Beginner-to-competition progression
- Fun, disciplined learning environment
Coach Misael
With over 14 years of fencing experience, Coach Misael brings national and international competition background to PDX Fencing Academy. A former Puerto Rican National Team athlete and university team captain, he focuses on technical precision and competitive mindset development.
- Technical refinement
- Strategic awareness
- Mental resilience
- High-performance discipline