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🌟 Alvin Teo
NROC Fencing Coach | Inclusive Movement Educator
Inclusive access to excellence — one piste at a time

剑客灵感来由

The Inspiration To Be A Fencer ⚔️ From Lightsabers to Legacy: My Journey as a Fencer & Coach

🎯 INTRODUCTION

Inclusive access to excellence — one piste at a time.

I’m Alvin Teo — Founder of Singapore’s first inter-campus arts university fencing club, NROC Coach, former Team Singapore fencer, and SEA Games medalist. I build clear, progression-driven pathways for beginners, adults, seniors, and athletes with disabilities.

Start here:

• Book a Trial → Legends Fencing Club website or ClassPass
• Join the UAS Fencing Club → [interest form]
• Learn About Para-Fencing →  [Para fencing form]

🎯 WHAT I’M BUILDING 


📌 UAS FENCING CLUB 

UAS Fencing Club
Launching January 2026

Singapore’s first inter-campus Olympic fencing programme uniting NAFA and LASALLE at the University of the Arts Singapore. Building a new model where sport meets art — developing spatial awareness, performative presence, and focused control for dance, theatre, and visual storytelling.

Status: Recruiting founding members


📌 SINGAPORE PARA-FENCING INITIATIVE 

Singapore Para-Fencing Initiative
Building inclusive access to wheelchair/seated fencing

Developing Singapore’s first community-based seated (wheelchair) fencing programme for persons with disabilities.
This initiative focuses on safe participation, structured learning, physical confidence, and social connection, with adaptable coaching methods suited for beginners of all abilities.
The programme is designed in partnership with Sydney Para-Fencing Academy, Champions Forge, and local rehabilitation professionals.

Status:
Pilot session: 19 December 2024 at TTSH Rehabilitation Centre
ESF grant application pending approval (announcement expected January 2026)


📌 LIGHT SABRE → OLYMPIC SABRE PATHWAY 

Light Sabre → Olympic Sabre Pathway
Cinematic Entry to Real Sport

Start with cinematic combat. Transition into Olympic sabre fundamentals. Designed for adults and youth seeking the joy of Star Wars with real athletic progression.

Status: Pre-registration open


📌 COMMUNITY & ADAPTIVE FENCING 

Community & Adaptive Fencing
Alvin Fencing Coach

Inclusive coaching — seniors, rehabilitation participants, and special-needs learners. Contact Coach Alvin directly.


🎯 WHY TRAIN WITH COACH ALVIN 


👉  ELITE ATHLETIC BACKGROUND 

Elite Athletic Background

• 20 years international competition experience
• Team Singapore fencer & SEA Games Bronze Medalist
• 50+ medals across national, regional, and international events
• Competed at SEA Games, Asian Veterans, North American Cup, Commonwealth Fencing 


👉  COACHING CREDENTIALS 

Comprehensive Coaching Credentials

• Singapore: NROC Fencing Coach
• Australia: AFF Level 1 Coach
• France: Académie d’Armes de France (Foil Level 1)
• Asia: FCA Sabre Coaching Course
• Referee: FS Probational Referee (Épée & Sabre)
• NSCA-CSCS Candidate


👉 TEACHING EXCELLENCE 

Proven Teaching Excellence

• 3-weapon coach: foil, sabre, épée
• Former Metta School educator (special needs)
• Fencing Singapore MOE outreach coach
• 5★ Google Reviews (under Legends Fencing Club) — consistent public teaching quality


⭐ COACHING PHILOSOPHY 

Elite habits → simple, clear progressions.
Fencing should be safe, inclusive, and life-changing.


🎯 COMPETITIVE HIGHLIGHTS 

Competitive Highlights (Selected)


🥇 INTERNATIONAL RESULTS 

International

• SEA Games — Team Bronze
• North American Cup (USA) — Gold + multiple podiums, including Division II (first the only Singaporean fencer to win Gold at NAC tournament)
• Asian Veteran Championships — Bronze (First and only Singaporean to medal in foil events)
• Asian Veteran Circuit — Gold
• Royal Thai Airforce Championships — Gold + multiple podium
• ASEAN University Championships — Bronze


🥈 NATIONAL / LOCAL RESULTS 

National / Local

• 3× Pesta Sukan (National) Champion (Three-Peat Winner)
• National Championships — Bronze
• FS Challenge Cup — Bronze
• Fencing Singapore International — Bronze
• Novices Championships — Triple Medalist (2 Gold + 1 Silver)
• Multiple podiums at FS Tertiary Cup tournaments — SMU Asian Varsity, NUS Open, NTU Invites (1 Gold + 6 Silver + 5 Bronze) 


🎯 MY JOURNEY 

My fencing story began with lightsabers and movie sword fights — the spark that pulled me into the sport in 2002. Inspired by China’s fencing greats and shaped by mentors Ms Teo Ah Heok, Wang Weimin, and Simon Senft, I learned what fencing gives: confidence, mobility, discipline, and joy.

As grandson of Bee Cheng Hiang’s founder, I carry forward values of craftsmanship and service. My mission is simple: make fencing accessible, inclusive, and transformative for anyone ready to start.


🎯 GET STARTED 


🧑‍🎓 FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS 

For University Students (NAFA/LASALLE)
Join UAS Fencing Club.
Launching January 2026 — be a founding member.


♿ FOR PARA-FENCING ATHLETES 

For Para-Fencing / Adaptive Athletes
Join Singapore’s first community-based seated fencing programme focused on safe participation, confidence-building, and inclusive access.
Pilot programme running; full programme pending ESF approval (Jan 2026).


🤺 FOR BEGINNERS & ADULTS 

For Beginners & Adults
Book a Trial at Legends Fencing Club.
ClassPass available.


⚔️ FOR LIGHT SABRE ENTHUSIASTS 

For Light Sabre Enthusiasts
Light Sabre → Olympic Sabre Pathway.
Start cinematic, build real foundations.


🏫 FOR SCHOOLS & ORGANIZATIONS 

For Schools & Organizations
Invite Coach Alvin to speak — workshops, demonstrations, programme development.


🎯 CONNECT SECTION 

Connect

📱 Instagram: @alvinlovesfencing
💼 LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile
📧 Email: alvin.teo.fencingcoach@gmail.com

Building pathways from joy to excellence — one student at a time.

The Path From a Fencing Student to Fencing Master

徒弟到教练之旅

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🏆 Career Milestones & Unique Achievements

  • ✨ Only Singaporean male fencer to medal at the North American Cup (open & veteran divisions)

  • ✨ First and only Singaporean to win a GOLD medal at the North American Cup (USA)

  • ✨ First and only Singaporean to medal in individual foil at the Asian Veteran Fencing Championships (AVF)

  • ✨ Earned a ‘B’ rating in Foil from USA Fencing in 2019

  • ✨ Honoured with a Special Award by Fencing Singapore (26 Oct 2023) for contributions to the national fencing community

  • ✨ Top-ranked veteran fencer in the US, FCA (Asia), and Australia in 2019

  • ✨ Former SpexCarded National Athlete (2003–2004)

  • ✨ Recipient of SpexGlow & SpexTag awards for national training stints

  • ✨ Ranked Top 3 nationally in 2003, selected for the SEA Games first team


📚 Coaching Credentials

  • 🇸🇬 NROC Fencing Coach (SG-Coach Level 1 Full Integration Programme)

  • 🇦🇺 Foil Level 1 CoachAustralian Fencing Federation (assessed by Maestro Antonio Signorello)

  • 🇫🇷 Foil Level 1 CoachFrench Fencing Masters Academy (AAF), recognised by Académie d’Armes Internationale (AAI)

  • 🌏 FCA Sabre Coaching Course  – Fencing Confederation of Asia (FCA), assessed by Maestro Zoran Tulum

  • 🇸🇬 SG-Coach L1 Coaching Course – Republic Polytechnic / Fencing Singapore

  • 🇸🇬 Youth Coaching Level 1 – National Youth Sports Institute (NYSI)

  • ⚔️ Probational Referee (P) in Épée and Sabre – Fencing Singapore

  • 🔊 Completed the NSCA-CSCS course with International Sports Academy (ISA)


🏃‍♂️ Competitive Highlights

🌎 International Representation:

  • 2003 SEA Games (Hanoi)

  • 2003 FIE Grand Prix World Cup (Shanghai)

  • 2018 Southeast Asian Fencing Championships (Kuala Lumpur) – Top 16

  • 2018 Commonwealth Fencing Championships (Canberra) – 26th

  • 2019 Asian Veteran Fencing Championships (Taipei) – Bronze

  • 2022 Commonwealth Fencing Championships

🌟 Senior National Rankings:

  • 2002/2003 – Ranked 3rd (SEA Games squad)

  • 2016–2022 – Multiple-time national sparring partner


✨ Volunteer & Outreach

  • Volunteer Coach, Fencing Singapore Outreach (Yu Neng Primary School)

    • Introduced fencing to children from MOE Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)


⚖️ Services

Coach Alvin currently coaches foil and épée at Legends Fencing Club, Singapore’s first and only fencing club focused on adults.

Offerings:

  1. Private (1-on-1) fencing lessons

  2. Group classes (youth & adults)

To book a lesson: Visit www.legendsfencing.com for schedule & rates.


Personal Achievements

🏅 Certifications

  1. NROC Certified Fencing Coach (Singapore Sports SG – 2022)

  2. Australian Fencing Federation Level 1 Coach (2021, assessed by Maestro Antonio Signorello)

  3. French Fencing Masters Academy (AAF) Level 1 Foil Coach (2022, recognised by Académie d’Armes Internationale)

  4. The Fencing Confederation of Asia (FCA) Coaching Program (2023)

  5. Youth Coaching (YC) Level 1 Certificate – National Youth Sports Institute

  6. Certified Probational Referee (Épée and Sabre) – Fencing Singapore / National System

  7. Standard First Aid + CPR/AED Certified (2023)

  8. NSCA-CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)In progress via ISA Academy

🏅 Competition Achievements

  1. SEA Games (Hanoi) – Team Bronze (Men’s Foil)

  2. North American Cup (USA) – Triple Medalist

    • Gold: Veteran 40 Men’s Foil

    • Bronze: Veteran Open Men’s Foil

    • Top 8: Division II Men’s Foil

  3. Asian Veteran Fencing Championships (Taipei) – Bronze (Men’s Foil)

  4. Asian Veteran Circuit (Melbourne) – Champion (Veteran Men’s Foil)

  5. Royal Thai Airforce International Open – Multiple medals (Foil Gold, Top 8 Open)

  6. Australian Fencing Circuit – DH McKenzie – Gold (Veteran Men’s Foil)

  7. ASEAN University Fencing Championships (Kuala Lumpur) – Individual Bronze

  8. Fencing Singapore National Competitions – Multiple-time medalist (Challenge Cup, National Champs, FS International, Pesta Sukan)

  9. Pesta Sukan – 3-time Team Champion (Men’s Foil)

  10. Asian Varsity Fencing Championships (AVFC) – Gold, Silver, and Bronze across 2016–2018 (Men’s Foil)


 

 

💬 Student & Parent Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Coach Alvin is clear, patient, and insightful.”

From Students:

  • “He helped me rebuild my foundation and confidence.” – Veteran

  • “Explains the why, not just the how.” – Youth foilist

  • “Makes me feel seen and capable.” – Teen beginner

  • “Patient but firm when needed.” – Adult student

From Parents:

  • “Calm and nurturing — perfect for younger kids.”

  • “Transparent communication and steady growth.”

  • “Respects each child’s learning pace.”

From Fellow Coaches:

  • “Great with late starters and veterans.”

  • “Prioritizes good technique over shortcuts.”

  • “Quietly effective — his students improve steadily.”


⭐️ ClassPass & Google Reviews

  • “Packed a lot of knowledge into one hour.”

  • “Super friendly and patient — great intro to fencing!”

  • “Blended games with learning — made it fun and accessible.”

  • “Clean, professional, and welcoming environment.”


⚔️ Services Offered

Coach Alvin currently offers:

  • Private 1-on-1 lessons (Foil, Épée and Sabre)

  • Group classes for adults and youth

  • Inclusive Learn-to-Play fencing programmes (ActiveSG, schools)

  • Beginner and trial sessions available via ClassPass (5-star rated)

To book a session: Visit www.legendsfencing.com or search for “Coach Alvin” on ClassPass to check current schedule and class rates.


🤝 Work With Me

I’m open to collaborations with:

  • Schools, Government Agencies, NGOs

  • Para-sport and inclusion advocates

  • Community-based and arts education partners

📬 DM on Instagram @ alvinlovesfencing or Connect via LinkedIn for partnerships .