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B.S. in Physical Education with an emphasis on teaching and coaching the sport of fencing. Education and experience in the theory of an athlete’s preparation and methodology of physical education.

Over 15 years of experience as a fencing athlete.

7 year member of the Ukrainian National Fencing Team

4 times Team Champions at the Ukraine National Championships

7 times Gold Medal Junior Ukrainian National Championships

Finalist in a Junior World Cup in Poland 2013

Finalist in the World Championships in Jordan 2011

Team finalist in the European Championships in Croatia 2013

Awarded Sportsman of the Year 2013 for the city of Donetsk, Ukraine

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Born in Kiev, Ukraine, Ilya Bilko is a talented fencer who began his journey at the age of 7. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming one of the leaders in his age group in the children's league.

Kiev Higher School of Physical Culture (2016-2019)

Kiev State University of Physical Culture (2019-2022)

State University of Physical Education and Sports, Kiev, Ukraine (2022-present), pursuing a master's degree in sports

3rd Place at the Open Championship of Ukraine (2021)

1st Place with the Open Championship of Ukraine Team (2022)

3rd Place in the World Cup Circuit in Poland (2018)

1st Place in the Open Championship Cadet of Ukraine (2018)

Master of Sports of Ukraine (2020)