Len Carnighan has taught fencing at universities and clubs for over 20 years. He is a trained Fencing Master in foil, epee, and sabre; he holds a Master's certificate from the Selberg Fencing Academy; and he has held a Class 1 Director's rating from the USFA. Len has trained under many noted American and European fencing masters including Charles Selberg, Jack Nottingham (one of Aldo Nadi's proteges), and Eduardo Mangiarotti.
During his career, he has also coached at Cabrillo College, Freedom Fencers Club, Santa Cruz Fencers Club, Southern Oregon University, Lewis & Clark College, Portland State University, and Portland Community College. Len has taught at all levels and has produced top-rated national and international fencers.
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