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MEET OUR COACHES
Matt Speciale
Coach Matt is a Pro MMA fighter, and one of the senior coaches at Bazooka Kickboxing. He's one of Bazooka Joe's training partner for many years; training in kickboxing for 16 years, and grappling for 6 years.
Coach Matt focuses on developing proper technique and form through pad work and footwork, increasing fight IQ through partner drills, and improving his students' grit and determination. He currently teaches both Kickboxing Fundamentals and Intermediate classes, and MMA class.
​Issy Fillippazzo
Isabella is a 2x National Muay Thai champion, a Provincial Muay Thai champion, as well as a National, Provincial, and Pan-American Kickboxing champion. She has also fought for the Canadian National Kickboxing team multiple times -- all while pursuing her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Health Science!
What truly sets Isabella apart is her dynamic energy, sound understanding of kickboxing, and her innate ability to connect and inspire her students, making her an exceptional coach. She currently leads Kickboxing Fundamental classes, and is spear-heading the Youth Program at Bazooka Kickboxing.
Richard "Monkey" Nancoo
Coach Richard "Monkey" Nancoo is widely regarded as one of the best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blackbelt in Canada. He is a 4th degree blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, blackbelt in Taekwondo and an experienced MMA competitor and coach.
With over 25 years of experience, Coach Monkey expertly guides his students to learn and master Jiu Jitsu concepts and techniques. He currently leads the Jiu Jitsu program at Bazooka Kickboxing.
Mike Keefe
Coach Mike is an accomplished kickboxing coach with over 12 years of experience in Muay Thai and Kickboxing. As a 2-time Wako K1 National Champion, Wako North American Champion, and Montreal Fight League Muay Thai Champion, Mike is dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of kickboxing through engaging pad work, partner drills, and playful sparring games.
Whether you're a beginner looking to try kickboxing, or an experienced athlete looking for a challenging workout, his classes guarantee an enjoyable and intense workout in a supportive and inclusive environment. Coach Mike currently teaches Kickboxing Fundamentals classes and Intermediate classes at Bazooka Kickboxing.
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