Our Instructors
JP Bloxham - Head Coach
I started out in Judo from the age of 6 years old to 9 years old .
Then I got into others sports through my school I represented Devon in Rugby, and the South West in the 100m and 400m at the British national athletic championships.
I then got back into martial arts and studied shotokan karate for a short time before, working away in the snow sports industry and obtaining my ski and snowboard instructors BASI level 2 qualifications.
After 6 ski seasons I was watching TV and saw the ultimate fighter session 1 and fell in love with the sport of MMA. The next time I was able to look at the Internet I looked at a MMA gyms near by and I found Fight Worx Academy in Torquay and I haven't look back since. That was in 2010.
From my experiences in MMA i formed SMAC in 2020.
Grant - MMA / No-Gi Grappling Coach
Grant, an ex-professional MMA fighter boasting an impressive 7-2-0 record, is not just an athlete but a multifaceted mentor. As a personal trainer, yogi, and training therapist, he brings a unique blend of skills and experiences to our community. His martial arts voyage began in 1995 as a Tae Kwon Do student, and by 2005, he had soared to become a professional kickboxer. Grant's passion for teaching was ignited in 2007 when he became a certified kickboxing instructor, discovering his profound love for empowering others in their fitness and confidence journeys.
Gaia - Fitness Class Instructor
Gaia is an experienced fitness class instructor, personal trainer, and sports coach who is passionate about promoting health, wellness, and martial arts in general. Specializing in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, body combat, conditioning classes, and 1-to-1 personal training.
Gaia is skilled in creating inclusive and engaging workout programs for all fitness levels. He's effective in communication and interpersonal skills, committed to continuous learning and delivering motivating service, and effective training. He's ready to empower individuals on their fitness and martial arts journeys.
Gaia helps take the Fighting Fit classes on Wednesday and Friday mornings and is available for 1-to-1 personal training or small private group sessions.
Daniel - Thai Boxing Coach
Dan Heath is a former professional Muay Thai fighter trained by Matt Jagger from Shepton Thai boxing club, Shepton Mallet. The Shepton Thai fight team has a wealth of knowledge with a combined fight experience of 50+ bouts in amateur, semi-pro, and pro.
All levels of experience are welcome and catered for in the classes from first-time beginners to seasoned pros. All sparring is undertaken in a safe, controlled, fun, and friendly environment.
