About
We love fencing!
The Olympian Fencing Studio (OFS) is about training premier Sabre fencing. Located in Ridgefield, Connecticut, it is the home of numerous top-tier fencers from neighboring counties.
The Olympian Fencing Studio is committed to youth fitness, constantly getting involved in local competitions and workshops.
Meet the Team
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Alex Fotiyev
Co-Owner
Alexander is a Three-time Ukrainian National Champion, he medaled in numerous international events including the World Cup and the European Championship. Alexander graduated Ukrainian State University with a masters degree in Physical Education and Sports and Coaching in 1994. He since worked as fencing coach, head coach and assistant manager in several prominent fencing clubs and colleges in the U.S. Alex is the Co-Author of the “Saber Fencing For Kids”. Over the years, he has coached a number of this country’s elite fencers, world cup winners, and medalists.
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Alan Fotiyev
Head Coach
Alan is a National fencer who has competed in a range of arenas stemming from regional events to international. Alan began fencing at the age of ten years old out of Stamford Fencing Club with his father Aleksandr Fotiyev. Since then, he has competed in a multitude of regional and national events, as well as participating in two world cups at the age of 16. During this time, he also won the Connecticut Highschool Championships three years in a row. Currently, Alan is a graduate from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelors Degree in Human Development and Familial Studies. In addition, he placed first at the NCAA Collegiate Club Fencing Championships in his senior year.
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Brad DeVito
Sabre Coach
Brad brings over five years of coaching experience, more than 10 years of competitive fencing experience, and two years of NCAA Division I competition experience to his students. A three-time gold medalist at the Connecticut High School State Championships, Brad has developed extensive experience both competing and coaching at the local, regional, and national levels. His competitive background and coaching experience allow him to provide students with a well-rounded approach to developing their technical skills, tactical awareness, and confidence on the strip.
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Matt Laudicina
Sabre Coach
Matt Laudicina brings extensive coaching experience from both the club and collegiate levels. He previously served as Head Coach of Wilton Fencing Academy and as an Assistant Coach at Sacred Heart University. During his time at Sacred Heart, Matt helped lead his squads to multiple conference championships and coached several fencers to qualification for the NCAA Individual Championships. His experience developing athletes at the highest levels of collegiate competition brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his students.