Yosif Angelinov
Head coach and founder
Yosif, was awarded his International Diploma for Fencing Master between 1995 and 2000 from the National Sports Academy in Sofia, Bulgaria. He later completed his Master’s degree in Socio-Economics.
With over 25 years of experience, Yosif has achieved outstanding national and international results with his young fencers from Dream Fencing Academy.
As a former National Champion and Winner of the Cup of Bulgaria, Yosif was a valued member of the Bulgarian National Squad, representing his country at cadet, junior, and senior levels. He competed at the World Championships, European Championships, and World Cups from 1994 to 2001.
In 2008, Yosif, together with a group of friends, founded Dream Fencing Club.
In 2009, he earned his International Category B accreditation from the F.I.E. and has since officiated at numerous international competitions, including the World Cup Finals in December 2009 in Lignano, Italy.
Yosif brings boundless energy, extensive experience, professionalism, and enthusiasm to the club, qualities from which all members greatly benefit. His lessons are not only highly enjoyable but also focus on instilling the correct technical approach to the sport, developing each fencer’s skills with precision, hit by hit. Yosif’s expertise lies in his meticulous attention to the finer details of technique.
Awards:
- 2013 – Sports Personality of the Year, Tandridge Council, Surrey
- 2024 – Best Sport Organisation of the Year, Hammersmith and Fulham Council, London
- 2024 – Nominated for Best Sports Coach of the Year, Hammersmith and Fulham Council, London
