International Schools
Program design, school fencing development and long-term pathways.
International Fencing Coach · FIE Master Coach
30+ YEARS.
5 CONTINENTS.
ONE LIFETIME IN FENCING.
Coaching champions. Building programs. Developing the next generation.
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About Coach Yousef Alaghehband
From grassroots development to national-team and international competition.
With nearly four decades in fencing and more than 30 years of international coaching experience, Coach Yousef Alaghehband has coached athletes and developed fencing programs across five continents.
His work extends beyond individual coaching — developing champions, establishing and growing fencing programs, educating coaches, and building international collaborations between schools, clubs, academies and sports organizations.
30+Years of international coaching
5Continents
20+Countries — coaching & refereeing
National → InternationalAthlete development pathway
Career
Building athletes.
Building systems.
Building legacy.
FIE Master Coach. Former National Coach — Canadian Para Fencing Team. International Referee. Founder & Head Coach — Silversword Fencing Academy, Montréal.
His experience spans the full athlete-development pathway — from kindergarten and school programs to university, high performance and international competition.
Explore athlete development →Champions & Athlete Development
Preparation that stands up under pressure.
Para Fencing
A defining chapter of an international coaching career.
Former National Coach — Canadian Para Fencing Team, with international experience in wheelchair fencing, athlete development and competition environments.
Discuss Para Fencing Projects
Global Experience
A career shaped across five continents.
Canada • China • USA • Italy • Brazil • UAE • South Korea • Australia • Hong Kong • Iran • Mexico • Poland • Austria • Kenya • Rwanda • and more
International Network
Our Partners From Around the World
International SchoolsFencing AcademiesSports OrganizationsTraining CampsClubs & ProgramsCoach Education
Selected institutional names and approved logos can be added after launch.
Open to International Collaboration
Bring world-class fencing experience to your school, club or organization.
Fencing Academies
Club development, coach education and performance structures.
Training Camps
International camps, intensives and athlete-development projects.
High Performance
Competition preparation and advanced athlete development.
Coach Education
Technical workshops, coach mentoring and knowledge transfer.
International Partnerships
Selected collaborations with schools, academies and sports organizations.
Articles
Ideas from 30+ years inside fencing.
Coaching, épée, athlete development, footwork, high performance, para fencing and international program building.
Building a Long-Term Fencing Development Pathway
From first touch to high-performance competition.
What Elite Épée Footwork Really Trains
Decision-making, timing, distance and pressure.
Lessons From International Para Fencing
Adaptation, precision and performance under constraint.
Selected Gallery
Across generations, countries and competition floors.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
What types of international projects does Coach Yousef consider?
Selected school programs, fencing academies, training camps, high-performance projects, coach education, club development and international partnerships.
Does he work with both developing and advanced athletes?
Yes. His experience spans the full pathway from grassroots and school fencing to national-team and international competition levels.
Is Para Fencing part of his professional work?
Yes. Para Fencing is a major part of his coaching career, including experience as former National Coach of the Canadian Para Fencing Team.
Can schools or clubs propose a custom program?
Yes. Programs can be discussed around the organization’s athletes, goals, calendar and development needs.
How do we start a conversation?
Use the contact section below with a short description of your organization, location, proposed dates and project goals.
International Collaboration
Let’s build the right fencing program together.
For selected projects with schools, academies, clubs and sports organizations.
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