At Z1 Fencing Club, we combine elite coaching, structured training, and a supportive community to help you excel both on and off the strip.
Our mission goes beyond medals and rankings. We shape athletes who are fierce competitors and inspiring role models—defined by character, respect, and resilience. Our programs and private fencing training are designed for every stage of your fencing journey — whether you’re trying fencing for the first time, preparing for Olympic fencing competitions, or training for college or national teams.
Through every training and competition, we instill discipline, sportsmanship, and integrity, building fencers who excel on the strip and carry these values into every part of life. Our founder and two-time Olympian, Ziad Elsissy is proud to teach new and experienced fencers throughout Mamaroneck, NY; Larchmont, NY; Harrison, NY; Scarsdale, NY; Greenwich, CT; and the surrounding communities. Contact us today to learn more about our range of starter, youth, and elite fencing classes or sign up online for a free trial!
At Z1 Fencing Club, we offer tiered training tracks that grow with your skills and ambition. Contact our fencing club in Mamaroneck, NY to sign up for a free trial class!
At Z1 Fencing Club, we believe fencing is more than a sport - it is a pathway to confidence, discipline, and personal growth. Our programs are carefully designed to meet fencers where they are and guide them forward with a structured, proven training system. Whether your child is stepping onto the strip for the first time or you are a competitive athlete striving for podium finishes, Z1 offers a clear progression, professional Olympic fencing coaching, and a supportive environment that helps every fencer succeed.
Z1 Fencing is more than a fencing club - it is a community built around excellence, respect, and lifelong learning. Not sure which fencing class is the right fit? Contact us to sign up for a free trial class at our club in Mamaroneck, NY, meet our world-class coaches, and experience the joys of fencing!
Ages: 5-7
Fundamentals, fun, and a safe introduction to fencing.
Designed for new fencers, this program introduces the basics of sabre fencing through structured lessons, drills, and games. Students learn proper stance, footwork, blade work, and safety—all in a supportive environment that builds confidence and discipline.
Ages: 8–14
Skill building, strategy, and competitive prep
This program is for young fencers who are ready to go beyond the basics. Students refine their technique, develop tactical awareness, and begin structured sparring and competition preparation. Ideal for fencers looking to start competing regionally and nationally.
Competitive
High-performance training, advanced tactics, and competition results
Built for experienced fencers aiming for peak performance. Sessions emphasize refined technique, high-intensity conditioning, tactical decision-making, and coached bouting with competition preparation. Ideal for athletes targeting strong results at regional, national and international events.
Ziad Elsissy, one of the world's top saber fencers, is the driving force behind Z1 Fencing's high-performance program.
A two-time Olympian from Alexandria, Egypt, Ziad made history as the first African and Arab sabre fencer to top the world rankings, win a Grand Prix, and medal at the World Championships.
His electrifying run at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where he placed fourth, marked the highest Olympic finish in Egyptian saber fencing history.
Beyond his own achievements, Ziad is a sought-after coach, guiding his students to reach their highest potential and succeed nationally and internationally.
With his leadership, Z1 Fencing is more than a club—it's where future champions are forged.
World #1 (2024)
4th Place - Paris Olympic Games
World Championship Medalist
Grand Prix Winner
Multiple World Cup Medals
Celebrating our students’ successes from local competitions to international arenas
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World Team Member
National Champion, World Medalist, Stanford University ’29
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National Team Member
National & World Medalist, Yale University ’30
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World Cup Winner
Junior/Cadet National Champion, World Team Member
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