Ian Farr
Ian grew up in Portland Oregon, played many sports growing up, and was a competitive fencer. He joined the team at Penn State University in 2003. He was an NCAA All-American in 2004 and in 2007 when Penn State won the NCAA National Championship. As a private coach in Chicago and Portland, he mentored youth fencers and coached at regional events, NACs, and international competitions. He has worked with many regional, national, and international medalists. Two athletes he has worked with qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games.
Sports Psychology Consultant
Ian grew up in Portland Oregon, played many sports growing up, and was a competitive fencer. He joined the team at Penn State University in 2003. He was an NCAA All-American in 2004 and in 2007 when Penn State won the NCAA National Championship. As a private coach in Chicago and Portland, he mentored youth fencers and coached at regional events, NACs, and international competitions. He has worked with many regional, national, and international medalists. Two athletes he has worked with qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games.
As a consultant, he is passionate about working with different athletes helping them maximize their skills and prepare themselves mentally for competition. His clients have seen increased confidence, focus, and resilience. This has helped them go on to win regional and national medals and feel increased fulfillment in their sport.
Education:
Masters of Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of Western States
Masters of Sports Administration from Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The Pennsylvania State Universit