Looking to learn MMA in Brisbane? Ironfist’s Mixed Martial Arts program caters to all levels, from beginners through to professionals. MMA incorporates striking and submission techniques from numerous disciplines, including Boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling. As seen on the UFC, One Championships, Bellator and more!
We understand that many of our MMA students come from different martial arts backgrounds, or have no previous experience at all. Our experienced MMA coaches will help you learn the fundamentals through to incorporating your own style of martial arts into the unique ruleset of MMA.
Students wishing to improve their skills for MMA further will attend our Boxing, Muay Thai and grappling classes, and then can apply these disciplines in our MMA context. Whether you have never put on a pair of gloves, or are a professional fighter looking to hone your skills, Ironfist’s Mixed Martial Arts classes will equip you for the combat sport of MMA.
Our MMA classes cater to all levels from complete beginners to high level competition.
Introducing the MMA Coaches at Ironfist.
Daniel Bell, the owner of The Ironfist Gym, is looking forward to supporting our MMA coaches with his extensive striking experience in Muay Thai. Over the last 33 years, Dan has coached multiple World Muay Thai Champions and many State and National title holders. Dan is looking forward to seeing the next generation of Ironfist Champions competing in MMA.
Many of you will meet Mal Vanderaar who works the front desk at Ironfist. Beginning his martial arts journey as a junior in Judo, Mal has competed and trained in multiple combat sports including Wrestling, Boxing, MMA and he has also achieved his Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With over 15 years of experience coaching & cornering Fighters both in Australia and internationally including UFC, Invicta FC, XFC and Eternal, Mal brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the gym.
Rounding out the trio is Simon Clough. Simon has an extensive background in many different traditional martial arts and began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA 19 years ago, and quickly transitioned into coaching in 2006. Seeking continued success in competition Simon moved to Japan to train with world-class athletes and improve his own practice and found a home at Cobra Kai Osaka under the mentorship of Dokonjonosuke Mishima. Simon has extensive coaching experience having cornered hundreds of athletes in competitions including UFC and Pancrase, resulting in many Title Belts collected along the way.
If you are keen to get started in MMA, book your free trial and get started with us!