Simon Pitfield - Fencing Master, Owner
Simon started fencing in 1995 at UC Davis. In 1998 he was the co-founder of the City of Davis fencing program and opened the Davis Fencing Academy in 1999. In 2000 he received his Maitre d’Armes (Fencing Master) degree from the French Academy of Arms in Paris. Simon is presently the owner and head coach of NFC.
simon@davisfencingacademy.com

Dick Berry - Coach
Dick has fenced for over 55 years (starting at the age of 16) and is a five-time National Champion. He co-founded the City of Davis fencing program and presently coaches the after-school program at NFC in Davis, focusing on beginning children and adults.

Kevin Murakoshi - Instructor at Arms
Kevin recently graduated with his Instructor at Arms in Foil degree from the San Jose Sate Fencing Masters Program. His interests span the entire history of swordplay, from the rapier to the modern three weapons. Currently he co-coaches the Historical Fencing program, and offers private lessons throughout the week.
kevin@davisfencingacademy.com

Victor Lane - Coach
One of Simon's original students, offers private lessons. He is out of the country until January.

Dave Leveque - Coach
Dave Leveque coaches the Woodland Parks and Recreation class.

Mark Pollock - Coach, Credentialed Teacher
A first grade teacher, Mark runs a number of events for NFC and is a key part in our schools program.
mark@davisfencingacademy.com

Puck Curtis - Provost at Arms
Puck began studying historical fencing in 1992 and began researching Spanish fencing in 1994. He is the co-founder of the Destreza Translation and Research Project and is certified to teach classical Italian fencing as a Provost at Arms through the San Jose Fencing Master's program. He is also a member of the SCA's Order of the White Scarf, and the Tattershall School of Defense. Puck leads the Historical Fencing Program Monday and Wednesday Nights. He is also out of the country until next summer on a project in Europe investigating old practices of sword play.

Elliot Rogers - Assistant Coach
Well respected student of Simons,coaches the introductory class Tuesday and Thursday.

Marty - Assistant Coach
Coaches the intoductory class Monday and Wednesday.

Patrick Barraza - Assistant Coach & Club Manager
Coaches the intermediate level class through out the week as well as offers private lessons.