25-26 GBR Coaches

British Fencing are delighted to announce the coaches who will be supporting our athletes across this season

GBR PATHWAY COACHING TEAM

Keith Cook - Foil

Pawel Osmanski - Foil

“Being part of our athletes’ journey and seeing their progress is what makes this work so meaningful and exciting in the GB Team.”

Daniel Robinson - Foil

“Proud to be part of the GB National Foil Coaching Team – working alongside incredible athletes and coaches to push British fencing to new heights.”

Dominique Szokolovicsc- Foil

“I’m really excited to be back working with the cadets, supporting the next generation of young athletes.  I look forward to supporting them as they learn and embody the core values that British Fencing upholds, while guiding them to flourish as individuals and young athletes. The cadet space is where our fencers learn to grow, become strong team members, and build resilience. I believe I have the experience and qualities to support them on that journey and cannot wait for the season ahead. 

Peter Barwell - Foil

Ben Peggs - Foil

Alex Agrenich - Epee

“Harder in training, easier in battle”

Paul Beasley - Epee

Sam Boyle - Epee

Oana Puiu - Epee

“Nothing is impossible. With hard work and determination, every goal is within reach. The sky isn’t your limit – it’s your next milestone. Keep fighting to reach the stars.”

John Rees - Epee

Lorraine Rose - Epee

Pavel Rynes - Epee

“I am excited to be part of the team helping our best fencers achieve their international potential.”

Can Aydin - Sabre

“I am honoured to coach the Junior Men’s Sabre Team and represent Great Britain. With years of experience coaching at the international level, I am excited to bring my expertise to help elevate British fencing to new heights. It’s a privilege to work with such talented young athletes, and I look forward to collaborating with BF staff, coaching team and fencers to continue improving and achieving success on the world stage.”

Alex Bela - Sabre

“Empowering young athletes to fence with passion, discipline, and integrity – at home and abroad.”

Chris Buxton - Sabre

Noah Rogerson - Sabre

“I am excited to be chosen as part of a very talented team of coaches for the 25/26 season. I look forward to working with an exciting generation of fencers and can’t wait to see what we can achieve.”

Jon Salfield - Sabre

“I am very proud to be nominated as a GBR coach for the 25-26 season, and I’m looking forward to working with such a strong team of coaches and fencers. This new, more formalised structure will add certainty for coaches, fencers and support staff and gives us the opportunity to create a clearer pathway for our GBR athletes.”

Brynmore Saunders - Sabre

Phil Shepherd-Foster

“The U23 category is a critical stepping stone, and I’m excited to work with these athletes at such a key point in their fencing careers. My goal is to help them develop the consistency, confidence and competitiveness needed to thrive at senior level.”

Fran Russell - Sabre

“I’m looking forward to the season ahead and supporting young GB athletes on their fencing journey.”