Academy of Fencing Masters
Academy of Fencing Masters Sunnyvale, 1269 Forgewood Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94089
About
Academy of Fencing Masters offers fencing classes that include Intro to Fencing and Introduction to Fencing. The program focuses on epee fencing and other fencing activities in a state-of-the-art facility with top-notch facilities that offer a clean, organized, and dynamic learning environment.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
Since 2013, the Academy of Fencing Masters has welcomed anyone eager to experience fencing with the Academy of Fencing Masters. The program is one of the country’s largest and best fencing clubs specializing in epee fencing and is dedicated to nurturing and inspiring fencers of all levels, from beginners to elite athletes. It operates in vibrant locations in Campbell and Sunnyvale, CA, and is described as a family club that prides itself on building a strong community and providing a vibrant and supportive community. The academy offers a tailored fencing program to every student, with personalized guidance and instruction and personal attention during each class, private lesson, and competitions. Fencing at the academy is described as an intelligent dance of strength that trains both body and mind, and the academy is described as a place that feels like home while maintaining the highest professional standards.
The world-class coaching team is led by Italian National Coach Carmine Carpenito and includes five Olympians, four World Champions, and international fencing stars, as well as Olympic and World Medalists, USA champions, national team members, and World Cup medalists. The leadership team includes Irina Chirashnya (CEO), Igor Chirashnya (Program Director), Carmine Carpenito (Head Coach), Gregory Bremel (Coach), David Baumert (Coach), Adam Chirashnya (Coach), Samuel Gallagher Pelletier (Coach), Ruperto Gascon (Coach), Ziad Khayat (Coach), Jean Michel Lucenay (Coach), Alexander Maximovich (Coach), Natasha Maximovich (Coach), Vivien Maya (Coach), Mika Chirashnya (Assistant Coach), and Julia Machulsky (Customer Success Manager). Coaches are described as mentors and friends who are passionate about sharing their love for the sport.
AFM is the only US fencing club to win the USA Fencing Club of Excellence Award four times, in 2016, 2021, 2022, and 2023, and is the only fencing club in the country to be recognized by the US Congress with a Special Congressional Recognition Award for its contribution in development of the sport of fencing. Students at the academy have evolved into rated fencers, regional stars, national podium medalists, USA champions, international fencers, and NCAA athletes in top colleges, including the Ivy League. The mission of the Academy of Fencing Masters is to understand and nurture the unique potential within each student, to help its families, to contribute to the fencing community, and to make fencing a well-loved part of many lives, with a focus on instilling a love for life through the art of fencing. The academy states that it aims not just to support the Silicon Valley fencing community but also to share its love for this niche sport and elevate its exposure and appreciation across the USA and beyond.
Parent testimonials describe knowledgeable and dedicated coaching staff who provide exceptional instruction in the art of fencing and who cater to children’s unique needs and learning styles, making each class engaging and enjoyable. One parent notes that a student gained a deep appreciation for the sport along with improvements in physical fitness, coordination, and mental focus. Another parent reports that a student began winning medals, became confident, and became a good athlete after joining AFM. Other testimonials describe the trainers as world-class trainers and enthusiasts who want to pass their love of the sport to a new generation of champions, and describe the facility as absolutely stunning, with top-notch coaching professionals offering high-quality training for all ages and an atmosphere that is beyond caring and loving, where each student receives personal attention during classes, private lessons, and competitions.
Last updated April 1, 2026.
• Ages: 5–18 years old
Since 2013, the Academy of Fencing Masters has welcomed anyone eager to experience fencing with the Academy of Fencing Masters. The program is one of the country’s largest and best fencing clubs specializing in epee fencing and is dedicated to nurturing and inspiring fencers of all levels, from beginners to elite athletes. It operates in vibrant locations in Campbell and Sunnyvale, CA, and is described as a family club that prides itself on building a strong community and providing a vibrant and supportive community. The academy offers a tailored fencing program to every student, with personalized guidance and instruction and personal attention during each class, private lesson, and competitions. Fencing at the academy is described as an intelligent dance of strength that trains both body and mind, and the academy is described as a place that feels like home while maintaining the highest professional standards.
The world-class coaching team is led by Italian National Coach Carmine Carpenito and includes five Olympians, four World Champions, and international fencing stars, as well as Olympic and World Medalists, USA champions, national team members, and World Cup medalists. The leadership team includes Irina Chirashnya (CEO), Igor Chirashnya (Program Director), Carmine Carpenito (Head Coach), Gregory Bremel (Coach), David Baumert (Coach), Adam Chirashnya (Coach), Samuel Gallagher Pelletier (Coach), Ruperto Gascon (Coach), Ziad Khayat (Coach), Jean Michel Lucenay (Coach), Alexander Maximovich (Coach), Natasha Maximovich (Coach), Vivien Maya (Coach), Mika Chirashnya (Assistant Coach), and Julia Machulsky (Customer Success Manager). Coaches are described as mentors and friends who are passionate about sharing their love for the sport.
AFM is the only US fencing club to win the USA Fencing Club of Excellence Award four times, in 2016, 2021, 2022, and 2023, and is the only fencing club in the country to be recognized by the US Congress with a Special Congressional Recognition Award for its contribution in development of the sport of fencing. Students at the academy have evolved into rated fencers, regional stars, national podium medalists, USA champions, international fencers, and NCAA athletes in top colleges, including the Ivy League. The mission of the Academy of Fencing Masters is to understand and nurture the unique potential within each student, to help its families, to contribute to the fencing community, and to make fencing a well-loved part of many lives, with a focus on instilling a love for life through the art of fencing. The academy states that it aims not just to support the Silicon Valley fencing community but also to share its love for this niche sport and elevate its exposure and appreciation across the USA and beyond.
Parent testimonials describe knowledgeable and dedicated coaching staff who provide exceptional instruction in the art of fencing and who cater to children’s unique needs and learning styles, making each class engaging and enjoyable. One parent notes that a student gained a deep appreciation for the sport along with improvements in physical fitness, coordination, and mental focus. Another parent reports that a student began winning medals, became confident, and became a good athlete after joining AFM. Other testimonials describe the trainers as world-class trainers and enthusiasts who want to pass their love of the sport to a new generation of champions, and describe the facility as absolutely stunning, with top-notch coaching professionals offering high-quality training for all ages and an atmosphere that is beyond caring and loving, where each student receives personal attention during classes, private lessons, and competitions.
Last updated April 1, 2026.
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