New York Fencing Academy

Specialties

We offer quality instruction for all aspects of fencing. We not only aim to develop fencers’ technical skills but we also focus on physical fitness. Our classes range from beginner groups to individualized lessons for all ages, depending on your personal interest and needs.

History

Established in 2010.

New York Fencing Academy was founded in 2010 to help people discover, enjoy and advance in the sport of fencing. It is no wonder that we provide one of the best youth and cadet Épée programs in the tri-​state area, which results in outstanding achievements in both local and national competitions by our members.

Meet the Business Owner

Misha M.

Business Owner

Misha Mokretsov began fencing at the age of 12 in his native city, Khmelnitsky. His coach, Yury Mazur, helped him to become a Ukrainian National Championship silver medalist in 2005, and a member of the Junior National Épée Team and European Championship finalist in team event in 2004. Throughout his national team career, Misha has competed in numerous cadet and junior World Cups and European Championships.

In 2010, Misha founded New York Fencing Academy, which is quickly becoming a center for excellence in épée with one of the strongest competitive épée youth programs in the tri-​state area. In just five years of coaching, Misha is already proving to be a very talented and dedicated coach who has produced several nationally-​ranked fencers earning champion and finalist titles at North American Cups, Summer Nationals, and Super Youth Circuits.