Pawel Osmanski
Femcing Tactical and Technical Coach
CAREER OVERVIEW
PLAYING CAREER
INTERNATIONAL CAREER
COACHING CAREER
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
Pawel is a sport science graduate with more than 18 years of experience in professional sport. A highly accomplished athlete, he is a European Champion, an eight-time Polish National Champion, and was a member of the Polish National Team from 2005 to 2016. Alongside his athletic achievements, Pawel is also a published author in the Journal of Health & Sciences. With two decades of international sporting experience and over 10 years as a coach, he has developed a deep understanding of athletic performance, coaching strategies, and athlete development.
As an elite fencer, Pawel competed for more than a decade at international level. His career highlights include winning a European Championship title, eight Polish National Championships, and representing the Polish National Team between 2005 and 2016. His success on the piste established him as one of Poland’s most decorated fencers during his competitive years.
Since transitioning into coaching, Pawel has built a strong reputation for developing athletes across all levels. He is currently the Head Coach at Fencers Club London, where he designs tailored training plans and structures to meet the specific needs of his athletes. He works with fencers from youth to senior level and has personally coached British Champions at both junior and senior categories.
Pawel has led teams at multiple international competitions and spent a full season as Head Coach of the Great Britain Senior Team. He is also the personal foil coach of a Paralympic athlete preparing to compete at the Paris 2024 Games.
Pawel’s philosophy is centred on continuous development, accountability, and resilience. He empowers athletes to take ownership of their growth, fostering self-sufficiency and confidence both in sport and in life. With a specialist focus on foil, he views fencing as a platform for building character and values such as discipline, consistency, and commitment.
By cultivating trust between coach and athlete and instilling these principles, Pawel ensures his athletes are not only prepared to excel in competition but are also equipped with the tools to succeed beyond their sporting careers.