about me
Founder of Ikirufit | BJJ Black Belt
Founder of Ikirufit | BJJ Black Belt
“Ikiru” means to live
That’s the core of everything I do — in my own training, and in the way I coach others.
Not just to train. Not just to grind. But to live fully — with strength, purpose, and resilience on and off the mats.
I’m not just a coach.
I’m a black belt who still trains, still competes, and still lives this life with you — on the mats, under the barbell, and through the setbacks and breakthroughs that make this path worth walking
My Approach
My Approach
I didn’t grow up strong. I was small, skinny, and lost—until I stepped into the gym at 17. Training gave me purpose. It gave me structure.
But everything changed when my mother was diagnosed with cancer. That’s when I became obsessed with how training and nutrition could impact health—not just performance.
In 2007, I moved to the UK with just £500 to my name. I struggled to find work, lived off the cheapest food I could afford, and trained in parks because I couldn’t pay for a gym. But I never stopped.
Eventually, I saved enough to become a personal trainer and turn my passion into a career.
Then in 2011, one grappling match humbled me—and introduced me to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. From that moment, I dedicated myself to combining strength & conditioning with the art of combat sports.
Every challenge I faced shaped my path. Now, I help others transform their health, mindset, and performance—because I know what it takes to rebuild from the ground up.
I didn’t succeed because I never failed.
I succeeded because I refused to quit.
Why Ikirufit Exists
The Difference
What makes me different from other coaches?
I don’t coach from the sidelines.
I’m in the trenches with you — training, rolling, competing, and learning every day.
I know what works because I test it. I live it. And I teach it in a way that’s personal, purposeful, and built around you.
Whether you're a white belt trying to survive rounds or a competitor chasing the podium — you’ll find a system here that meets you where you are… and helps you become what you’re capable of.
If you’re ready to stop guessing, stop stalling, and start training with purpose…
Welcome to Ikirufit. Let’s build your next level — together.
I created Ikirufit because too many grapplers waste years:
Getting injured from bad programming
Gassing out with no idea why
Feeling stuck in a body that doesn’t match their technique or effort
I’ve been there — exhausted mid-roll, broken from poor training, doubting whether I could keep up.
That’s what pushed me to go deeper. To build a system that doesn’t just make you sweat — it makes you better.
Ready to level up?
Book your Free Consultation today and let’s make those goals fun and absolutely achievable!
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Not Sure Where to Start?
Let’s talkIn a free 15-minute call, I’ll help you figure out what’s holding back your performance Just real answers and a clear plan built for BJJ athletes like you