🤺 Mark received his initial training from American Fencing Master William O’Brien and two-time World Championship Team USA member and NCAA Champion Gerard Esponda. Throughout his career, he’s also had the privilege of working with numerous distinguished Maestros from various backgrounds.
Mark is an All-City Champion and was a Junior Olympian Qualifier for all three weapons. He started fencing in 1993 and has since qualified and competed in several National Championships. In 2003, he took over as the Head Coach at Galileo H.S. in San Francisco, leading the team to a championship title before joining Marin Fencing Academy in 2004.
🏆 At MFA, Mark trains and coaches students competing in local, regional, and national events. He has successfully coached many student medalists in local and regional events, and has led a student to a 1st place finish in a North American Cup national event and in the Summer Nationals.
Mark is a Professional Member of USA Fencing, a Prévôt d’Fleuret / Moniteur D’Armes, and is certified by the United States Fencing Coaches Association, as well as internationally by the Académie d’Armes Internationale.