Platon graduated in 2019 with a major in Fencing Coaching from the State University of Physical Education, Sports and Health in Saint Petersburg, Russia. He specialized in coaching Youth and Cadet fencers in Saint Petersburg. He stresses fundamentals and learning how to fence “the right way,” and as a result his fencers are known to have a high “Fencing IQ.”

Platon’s style of coaching fits perfectly with the Durkan system which also focuses on the fundamentals of correct body position and movement while also creating “smart fencers” who are aware of how to affect their opponents and control a fencing bout technically and tactically.