Meet the Team
Welcome to our professional coaching team! We are dedicated coaches who strive for excellence both on and off the piste. With a passion for the sport and a commitment to teamwork, we aim to inspire and elevate the art of fencing. Join us as we share our journey, achievements, and love for this incredible sport!
Head Coach and Director
Stuart Marshall
Stuart Marshall is a dedicated fencer with a passion for the sport that has spanned over a decade. Known for his agility and strategic prowess on the piste, he has competed in numerous national and international tournaments, earning recognition for his skill and sportsmanship. continually strives to improve his technique and inspire others within the fencing community. His commitment to excellence and love for the sport make him a respected figure in the world of fencing.
Assistant coach and level 1/2 coach
Ellen Robbins Wilkinson
Ellen Robbins Wilkinson is a talented fencer whose passion for the sport has driven her to achieve remarkable success. With years of dedication and hard work, she has honed her skills, competing at various levels and earning numerous accolades along the way. Ellen's commitment to excellence and her love for fencing inspire those around her, her a respected figure in the fencing community.
Schools coach and Level 3 Epee Coach
Joesph Walmsley
Joe has been passionate about epee fencing for over a decade, showcasing his skills at various competitions nationwide. His dedication and hard work have earned him several accolades, including top finishes at regional championships. Known his strategic approach and quick reflexes, Joe continues to inspire fellow fencers and encourages newcomers to embrace the sport. With a commitment to excellence, he aims to elevate his performance and represent his team bigger stages.
About Premier Sabre Academy
We are a Sabre only fencing club Established in August 2022, Operating in the Hale and Altrincham area. Premier Sabre Academy was started and managed by Commonwealth Gold Medallist Stuart Marshall. Coach Stuart Marshall has been creating Fencers for the British fencing team at various levels for the last 10 years. From 2019 to 2022 Coach Stuart was coaching in San Jose, California , setting up and developing a sabre program that started with 10 fencers, leaving them with 7 US Nationals medals and a population of around 50 sabre fencers. The methods we use at Premier Sabre Academy are what make us so unique, tried and tested with amazing results. We make fencing fun and Interactive whilst promoting core values of hard work, sportsmanship, respect and discipline. Each and everyone of our athletes are important to us as we monitor their journey from the very beginning to when It is time to move on. ​ Our Aims and Objectives To Promote the sport of fencing in the Trafford area for British Fencing, we do this by producing competitive fencers on the local, regional, national, and international levels. To provide high-quality coaching and bouting opportunities to fencers of all abilities, ages, and skill levels. To make Fencing an accessible sport for all, young and old, from all backgrounds within and beyond the Cheshire area. To develop athletic and mental skills in a healthy and safe environment with the aim of using the discipline involved in training and achieving fencing goals to make our athletes successful in the academic, business, and professional worlds. ​ ​We have everything you need—knowledge, experience and equipment. Get started today! ​
