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MEET OUR COACHES
FELIPE MACHADO
Achievements:
-Punhos de Aço Champ
-NXF Champion
-Freedom Featherweight World Champion
Filipe Machado began his Muay Thai journey 12 years ago in Brazil, building an impressive record of 22 fights. For the past four years, he has been in the United States, dedicating himself to both training and teaching. As the owner of Machado Martial Arts, Filipe is passionate about sharing the art of Muay Thai with students of all levels. He believes in its transformative benefits for all ages, from improving physical fitness to developing mental discipline. His mission is to help athletes achieve their dreams while guiding others toward a healthier and more empowered lifestyle through the art of eight limbs.
TEDDY MACHADO
Achievements:
-Taekwondo: 4th Degree Black belt ,
Competed in Taekwondo sparring from 19-23 at state, national, and collegiate levels.
-BJJ: Started in 2017, earned a blue belt with 4 stripes, and medaled in tournaments like Grappling Industries, NY Open, Washington DC Open, and Pan American Championships.
-Muay Thai: Started in 2020, holds an 8-5-1 record, and is the Freedom National 52kg Champion.
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-Promotion Work: Matchmaker for Freedom Fighter Promotions.
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A lifelong martial artist, holding a 4th-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a blue belt with 4 stripes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. competing in state, national, and collegiate levels in Taekwondo, medaled in major BJJ tournaments, and currently hold the Freedom National 52kg Muay Thai Championship. As the matchmaker for Freedom Fighter Promotions, Teddy helps shaping high level fight events. Passionate about teaching, she enjoys helping both kids and adults grow through martial arts.
Aaron Perkins
Achievements:
-Kyokushin Karate: Earned a 1st-degree and 2nd-degree black belt.Won 150 tournaments.
-Martial Arts Experience: rained in Muay Thai, K-1, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Capoeira, Boxing, and MMA.
-Amateur Career:Competed in Muay Thai and K-1 before transitioning to professional fighting.
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-Professional Career : Turned pro in 2022.
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With a foundation in Kyokushin Karate, Aaron earned his 2nd-degree black belt after winning 150 tournaments. Seeking new challenges, expanded his skills in Muay Thai, K-1, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Capoeira, Boxing, and MMA. His dedication led him from an accomplished amateur career to turning professional in 2022. He currently continues to evolve as a martial artist, competing at the highest level.
Michael "Sharp" Sanders
Achievements:
-9-5 Overall combat record.
-1x NJ Amateur Welterweight champion.
-2x NY Amateur Lightweight Title Challenger.
-Undefeated kickboxing record.
-15 years Jiu-jitsu.
-20 years Boxing.
-15 years Kickboxing.
-25 years wrestling.
Michael "Sharp" Sanders is a seasoned martial artist with a 9-5 overall combat record and championship experience. A former NJ Amateur Welterweight Champion and multi-time title challenger in both New York and New Jersey, he has proven himself across multiple disciplines. With 25 years of wrestling, 20 years of boxing, and 15 years each in kickboxing and Jiu-Jitsu, his well-rounded skill set makes him a formidable competitor. Undefeated in kickboxing, Michael continues to showcase his expertise in combat sports at the highest levels.