NWFC Pricing Starting September 1st Dear NWFC Community, As we wrap up Nationals and reflect on the last fencing season at NWFC, we are incredibly grateful to you, our members, and your ongoing commitment to the sport of fencing and dedication to our club. You all...
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Portland Welcomes USA Fencing Summer Nationals
We’re excited to share that Summer Nationals is coming to Portland this year, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome athletes, families, and fans to our vibrant city. Portland is known for its incredible food scene, lush outdoor spaces, and creative culture—and we can’t wait for visitors to experience it all.
Coach Patricio Moreno and Parafencing
Para Fencing News! We’re proud to share that Coach Patricio has been serving on the USA Fencing Coaches Association Parafencing Task Force for over a year! Representing Northwest Fencing Center, he’s contributing his expertise to the development of certification...
Fencer Spotlight – Whitman Craig
I like competing locally and I’m excited that Summer Nationals are going to be held in Portland this coming year, so preparing to participate in that is the current goal on the horizon for me.
Open Bouting – Epee Seated Fencing
Interested in learning more about seated fencing? Fencing is for everyone, give us a call to learn more or email the front desk.
Remembering Theresa Volkmann
October 10, 2025 Dear Friends, It is with great sadness that I share with you that my dear wife, Theresa Robb Volkmann, age 61, passed away peacefully early on October 9, 2025 in Reno, Nevada, after her long battle with dementia. Theresa loved the Northwest Fencing...
A letter from Michael McTigue
A letter from Michael McTigue- Change is in the air. It’s the time of year when we feel the warm sunny days coming, smell the freshening breeze, and see the crocuses, daffodils, and camellias blooming. Like the first warm days of spring, change is something to be...
Athena Project Training dates for 2025
The 2025 Athena Project Training Calling all women fencers! Announcing the Athena Project dates for 2025. Northwest Fencing Center started the Athena Project in 2023 with an astounding amount of interest from athletes and coaches nationwide. The initiative is...
Yves Auriol
The following tribute is dedicated to Yves Auriol written by Robert & Suzanne Marx: Early in Yves Auriol’s athletic career he had a choice between rugby or fencing. He went the professional rugby route. Thus, explaining the bowed legs and the crooked nose. Rugby...
Giving Tuesday – from Coach Michael
A Holiday Fencing Tale The holiday season is here. It’s a time of year when we gratefully reflect on life’s gifts. I would like to share a personal story with you if you have a moment to spare. It’s about a small act of kindness, what it meant, and the unexpected...
Marcus Strugar
Marcus Strugar has a deep-seated passion for wellness, bodybuilding, and fencing, and enjoys wrestling. He began his fencing journey at the age of 8, inspiring his sister Steliana to take up the sport as well. Together, they share a love for sports and enjoy traveling, exploring new places and competitions.
Emily Howard
Emily Howard has been fencing for the past 7 years. Over these 7 years, she says, “I have grown as both a person and a fencer. I absolutely love fencing and am so grateful for the friends I’ve made over the years. The guidance that I have received is invaluable and irreplaceable. I wouldn’t trade the memories I’ve made for anything.”
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