As a world-renowned coach and fencer, Coach Andrei equips athletes across all skill levels with elite techniques, exceptional strategic thinking, and mental resilience. Many fencers he has trained from their very first steps in the sport have gone on to earn podium successes at national and international events.

My daughter, Alice, started her fencing journey with Coach Andrei. His top-notch and personalized coaching, both during training classes and competitions, has
led to significant and steady improvements in her technical proficiency and mental toughness, which are vital as she continues to pursue their aspirations. I strongly endorse Coach Andrei for any fencer. Under his mentorship, you are sure to meet and surpass your highest potential.

Coach Andrei was my fencing coach for four years, and he helped me build a strong foundation in fencing from the very beginning. He taught me proper technique, discipline, and how to stay confident and focused during training. With his encouragement and support, I improved significantly and learned to enjoy challenges instead of being afraid of them. I am very grateful for everything he taught me and would highly recommend Coach Andrei to any fencer looking to grow and improve.

Coach Andrei was a coach of two of my daughters for a few years. We were very lucky to have him as a coach. Andrei was always calm, had a very good connection to the kids: my daughters loved his style of coaching the best. Both of them were thriving and improving drastically over the course of Andrei’s coaching, resulting in many medals (including National). He always knew how to approach each of them individually, while developing their fencing skills in a most effective and caring manner. He is one of the few coaches who truly care about the success of his students, and I cannot recommend Andrei enough to any parent who wants their child to succeed in fencing.

If you’re looking for a coach who builds champions from the ground up, Coach Andrei is it. He was the one important influence in my son’s early fencing career. As his private coach for a year and a half (2021-2023) at SVF, he built an incredible technical foundation.
His impact was most visible at tournaments. As my son’s strip coach at countless regional and national events while he fenced with AFM and SVF, his calm, strategic guidance was invaluable. He taught my son how to adapt, compete, and thrive in high-pressure situations – a skill that brought him not only medals but lasting confidence and a deeper passion for the sport.
Coach Andrei strikes the perfect balance: he is disciplined and expects focus, but is also deeply supportive. He builds resilient and smart fencers. The foundation he gave my son is the reason he still loves and excels at the sport today. I have no doubt his new club will be built on the same principles of excellence, strategy, and genuine care for student development. Highly recommended!

Coach Andrei was the coach who introduced Gloria to fencing. Under his guidance, Gloria has shown consistent improvement in her fencing skills, focus, and confidence. Coach Andrei is patient, detail-oriented, and knows how to challenge students while still making training positive and motivating. What we appreciate most is his ability to build a strong technical foundation while also encouraging good habits and a love for the sport. Gloria truly enjoys every lesson, and we are grateful for his dedication and support.

Coach Andrei brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of developing competitive foil fencers at various skill levels. What sets him apart is his holistic training philosophy, he strategically balances technical mastery with psychological resilience. He doesn’t just teach the mechanics of a parry or a thrust; he builds the mental fortitude required for high-level competition. This patient, insightful approach has earned him deep respect and loyalty from his students.

My son, Maxwell, had trained under Coach Andrei for four years at Silicon Valley Fencing Center. During this time, the coaching has been deeply personalized, tailored specifically to Maxwell’s physical strengths and temperament. Under Andrei’s guidance, Maxwell has made steady technical progress and, more importantly, has built significant confidence on the strip.

As a parent, I truly value the positive and professional relationship Coach Andrei establishes with his students. He creates an environment where young athletes feel challenged yet supported. I give Coach Andrei my highest recommendation for any parent or program looking for a dedicated, expert coach for their fencers.

Coach Andrei brings fencers at all levels with his passion, caring, and top-tier technical skills and expertise from his years of fencing experience, both as a top fencer and coach at the international level. His passion for helping students reach their full potential is evident in the strong bonds he forms with them and the exceptional results from his students. 

Coach Andrei started teaching my son, Richard, from the very beginning. Because fencing is “physical chess”, Coach Andrei taught my son advanced technical skills together with strategic thinking, mental resilience, and confidence. I would like to give my strongest testimonials to Coach Andrei.

Coach Andrei has been George’s fencing coach for the past year, and we truly could not have asked for a better coach. We loved working with him. In practice, he was always extremely patient, taking the time to explain drills and techniques clearly to George. On the competition floor, his coaching was full of passion, energy, and belief.
One moment that really stayed with us was during Summer Nationals last year, when Coach Andrei told George, “Don’t rush to get angry. You will become stronger. You just need time.” That message meant so much to him.
Another unforgettable moment was at the Austin SYC. George had a terrible pool round and was under so much pressure that he was standing there crying and even wanted to withdraw from the tournament. Coach Andrei pulled him aside, talked him through his emotions, and helped him reset mentally. After that, George went into DEs and fought all the way to the Top 8 — something we will always remember.
Over this past year with Coach Andrei, George has grown tremendously — not only in fencing technique and tactical understanding, but also in mental strength and confidence. Coach Andrei gave him constant support, encouragement, and belief, and that made a huge difference for both George and our family. We are deeply grateful for everything he has done.

Mia trained with Andrei for three years and had a very positive experience. He made fencing fun and engaging while also teaching important values like discipline, respect, and perseverance. Andrei has a wonderful way of encouraging kids to try their best, learn from mistakes, and build confidence both on and off the strip.

Mia loved training with Andrei. He pushed her to fence with sharper technique, smarter tactics, and stronger focus during bouts. Andrei knows how to set high expectations while keeping kids motivated and confident, which made a real difference when Mia competed.

We’re extremely grateful for Andrei’s coaching and would highly and would happily recommend him to any family.

Our child Miya trained with Andrei previously, and his coaching left a lasting impact. After Andrei moved away, our child did not take any private lessons with other coaches. At the end of the year, she competed in her very first regional fencing tournament.

In the Y8 category with 21 competitors, she won two bouts and finished 15th overall. We were very proud of this result, especially considering she was only 7.5 years old and this was her first competition.

We truly believe this outcome reflects the solid technical foundation, discipline, and confidence Andrei helped build during their time together. His teaching was clear, patient, and focused on fundamentals, which continued to benefit our child even months after training ended.

We are very grateful for Andrei’s guidance and highly recommend him to families looking for a coach who genuinely develops young fencers, not just short term results.

My two daughters, Emma and Vera, both began fencing under Coach Andrei. He demonstrated an exceptional ability to work with young athletes, combining patience, clear instruction, and high expectations in a way that motivated them to improve and stay engaged. He built a strong technical foundation while also teaching important skills, such as focus, discipline, and confidence. As they progressed, his guidance and coaching played a key role in helping their long-term fencing growth, thinking strategically and developing resilience both on and off the strip. He understood how to challenge young fencers while still encouraging them, creating an environment where they could grow and enjoy the sport.
Congratulations to Coach Andrei on this next chapter in his life. All the best!    

Coach Andrei is the most passionate coach I have ever met. He truly loves fencing and strives to pass that love on to his students. My son likes him very much; he is friendly, humble, and professional, and has coached many young fencers to win medals. If your child loves fencing and wants to learn from a professional coach who shares that passion, coach Andrei is an excellent choice.

Coach Andrei has been an extraordinary part of my child’s fencing journey from day one. He didn’t just teach her techniques; he helped her understand what fencing feels like, such as the excitement, the nerves, the small wins, the friendships, and the joy of learning through practices and tournaments.

In her second and third years, I saw a shift from simply participating to discovering who she is as a young fencer. Coach Andrei listened carefully to her questions and guided her growth with patience and intention. What I value most is how he helps her recognize her own strengths and motivates her to apply them in each bout.

Our daughter Yingying trained with Coach Andrei between the ages of 7 and 8. He was her very first fencing coach and also her first private instructor. Coach Andrei is extremely patient with beginners and has a great ability to build confidence while teaching strong fundamentals.

He is very responsive and thoughtful when communicating with parents, always addressing questions and concerns in a timely manner. In the year leading up to our daughter’s Y8 competitions, he helped her build a strong technical foundation that continues to support her development today.

We are truly grateful that our daughter’s first fencing coach was Andrei and highly recommend him to families looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable coach for young fencers.

Coach Andrei was Aerin’s(now 17) coach for 2-3 years. He has shown consistency in teaching, dedication, and care, resulting in clear and steady improvement in her technical skills, tactical understanding, and competitive confidence in a supportive environment. He helped her navigate both successes and a lot of setbacks with maturity. I highly recommend Coach Andrei.

Coach Andrei was our first fencing coach. Sophia loved her lessons with Coach Andrei. He is a highly experienced professional who is confident in his teaching, patient, supportive, and excellent with kids.

Coach Andrei is a great foil fencing coach with a strong understanding of both technique and competition strategy, and he is very dedicated to his students. My daughter has learned a lot from him since the first lesson, and she has enjoyed fencing even more than she expected. We would highly recommend him to beginners or anyone looking to improve their fencing in a supportive environment.

I am writing to express my deepest gratitude and to share our wonderful experience with Coach Andrei. My son, Gary, began learning foil fencing under Andrei’s guidance at the age of 10, and over the past three years, he has grown tremendously both as a fencer and as an individual.

From the very beginning, Andrei demonstrated exceptional expertise in teaching fencing techniques and tactics. His lessons were always thorough, insightful, and tailored to Gary’s development. But what truly sets Andrei apart is the genuine care and support he provided beyond the sport itself. Whenever Gary faced disappointment or setbacks in competitions, Andrei was always there to offer emotional support, mental guidance, and encouragement. He helped Gary build resilience and confidence, turning every challenge into a valuable learning experience.

As a parent, I also deeply appreciate Andrei’s open and responsive communication. He was always available to answer any questions or concerns we had, and he consistently reassured us to remain patient and avoid pushing Gary too hard. His wisdom and calm approach were invaluable in helping us navigate our son’s journey in fencing.

Although we were not always able to secure many private lessons with Andrei, Gary consistently attended at least one session per week. From ages 10 to 13, under Andrei’s steady and dedicated coaching, Gary’s skills improved steadily and meaningfully. While Gary started fencing later than some of his peers, and his achievements may not stand out in the highly competitive environment of California, we have always been proud of his consistent progress and growth under Andrei’s mentorship.

The bond they built over these three to four years was truly special, and Gary was genuinely saddened when Andrei moved on. The impact Andrei had on Gary’s life extends far beyond fencing. He helped shape his character, resilience, and love for the sport.

We cannot thank Coach Andrei enough for his dedication, expertise, and heartfelt support. He is not just a coach but a mentor and a positive influence in Gary’s life. I wholeheartedly recommend Andrei to any parent or student looking for a coach who excels not only in teaching the sport but also in nurturing the whole person.

With sincere appreciation.

My son has been training with Andrei since he started fencing at the age of 7. Andrei has always been very caring and patient with him. Coach Andrei is also very approachable and open to fencing related questions from his students.

With my daughter, Andrei helped coach her to medal at local, regional, and national tournaments.

We have had nothing but great experiences with Coach Andrei and highly recommend him.

Julianne started her fencing journey at the age of 9. One of the most important parts of this journey is having an amazing coach who is not only skilled but also inspires students to reach their fullest potential.

Andrei was her first coach. He taught her techniques, strategies, provided feedback, and explained rules. His words of encouragement, support, and expertise made fencing a fun and positive learning experience. He is the true definition of a great coach.