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MEET THE TEAM
BEN BENNETT
HEAD BJJ COACH AND OWNER
BELT:
BLACK
Introducing the dynamic force behind Mata Leao Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Bradford.
With an unwavering passion for the sport, Ben is not only a committed coach but also an active competitor, continuously pushing the boundaries of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Having proudly showcased his skills on renowned platforms such as Polaris and Grapple Fest, amongst others, he brings a wealth of experience to the gym. Having dedicated 15 years to honing his craft in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts, he possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies of the sport. As a black belt under the esteemed Nam Hoang, he has learned from the very best and carries that knowledge forward to guide his students towards greatness.
BELT:
BLACK 1ST DEGREE
Pete Hall is a 1st degree Black Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor whose expertise and dedication shine both on and off the mat. With decades of experience, Pete embodies the essence of Jiu Jitsu and strives to ensure every student excels.
His classes blend traditional wisdom with innovative teaching, fostering a supportive environment for all levels. Beyond technique, Pete instills mental fortitude and resilience, inspiring his students to apply BJJ principles in life.
PETE HALL
ASSISTANT BJJ COACH
Michael is Mata Leao's strength and conditioning coach and owner of Headstrong Strength and Conditioning. It is his passion to coach and develop athletes to reach their full potential. He has extensive experience training professional combat athletes for top organizations such as UFC, Oktagon, Cage Warriors, Polaris, and One Championship and is dedicated and committed to helping athletes achieve peak performance and excel in their sport.
MICHAEL DOYLE
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH
10+ Years experience as a coach
Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach
BSc in Sport and Exercise Science
Lecturer in sports and fitness
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US
Christopher
Superb coaching from Ben (and others) in a very friendly & supportive training environment makes this one of the best gyms in the region. If you want to improve your wrestling and BJJ, this is right where you need to be.
Harpreet
Been training here since June and my Jiu Jitsu has improved massively. The group are more than welcoming and make you feel like family. Great for beginners or super advanced. Ben the coach is a great teacher and always happy to help. I can honestly say I have improved my fitness and lost weight. I would recommend Jiu Jitsu to everyone and this is a great Gym to start with.
Ebun
Great atmosphere and even better high level coaching from Ben. Highly recommend this gym for anyone whether you’ve never trained before or been grappling for years.
CLASSES FOR ALL ABILITIES
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