Liam Nolan coaching a young fighter ringside at a Muay Thai competition

Liam Nolan

Head Muay Thai Coach & Founder

A multiple World Champion and ONE Championship veteran, Liam has competed at the highest level for over 14 years. Now focused on coaching, he brings that elite fight experience to every session — training beginners through to seasoned pros with the same intensity and attention to detail.


Liam has coached some of the UK's finest up-and-coming fighters and is passionate about developing talent at every level. Whether you're stepping into a gym for the first time or preparing for a fight, Liam builds your game from the ground up.

Titles & Achievements

  • 🏆 WBC Muay Thai World Champion — Middleweight (2021)
  • 🥊 IKF Pro Muay Thai British Champion — -160lbs (2017)
  • 🌍 WMC Intercontinental Champion — -72.5kg (2017)
  • 🔥 Roar Combat League Champion — Super Welterweight (2018)
  • ⭐ ONE Championship Veteran (2019–2025)
  • 🏅 Thai Fighter UK Fighter of the Year 2018 & 2021
  • 💥 Pro Record: 22-9-1 (15 KOs)

Qualifications

  • 📋 Level 2 Personal Trainer (Certified)
  • 📋 Level 3 Personal Trainer (Certified)
  • ✅ Fully DBS Checked
Andre delivering a roundhouse kick at Max Muay Thai in Thailand

Andre

Coach & Active Fighter

With over 8 years across Muay Thai, MMA, Taekwondo and Jiu Jitsu, Andre brings a well-rounded martial arts perspective to his coaching. His multi-discipline background means he can develop fighters across all aspects of striking, grappling and movement.


An active competitor with international fight experience — including bouts in Thailand and a victory at the O2 Arena — Andre knows what it takes to prepare, perform and improve. He coaches with the mindset of someone still in the game, pushing his students the same way he pushes himself.

Fight Record & Achievements

  • 🏆 WKU Amateur World Champion — Gold Medalist
  • 🥈 WKO Amateur Worlds — Silver Medalist
  • 🥋 Multiple Gold Medals in Jiu Jitsu
  • 🦵 Medals in Taekwondo
  • 🇹🇭 3 Fights in Thailand inc. Max Muay Thai
  • 🏟️ Victory at the O2 Arena — Hitman Fight League

Experience

  • 💥 8+ Years in Combat Sports
  • 🥊 Muay Thai · MMA · Taekwondo · Jiu Jitsu
  • ⚡ Active Fighter & Competitor
Matt Doran coaching kids Muay Thai class at Nolan Muay Thai Beckenham

Matt Doran

Junior Muay Thai Coach

Matt is a Muay Thai coach with amateur fight experience, having trained at renowned gyms including Double K and Semtex. He has coached juniors and adults, and worked ringside as a Muay Thai pundit at London's O2.


Alongside combat sports, Matt is a calisthenics coach specialising in bodyweight strength and hand balancing. With a background as a PE teacher, PT tutor, and coach to athletes of all ages, he brings both technical knowledge and teaching experience to every session.

Qualifications

  • 🥊 Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • 🏋️ Active IQ Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • 📚 Level 3 Tutor in Education & Training
  • 🤸 Calisthenics & Movement Specialist
Rico Biggs landing a head kick in an MMA bout at MTK MMA

Rico Biggs

Coach & Professional MMA Fighter

With over 14 years of training across MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Rico is a true multi-discipline martial artist. He has competed mostly in MMA — going undefeated as an amateur at 6-0 before turning professional — fighting on shows including UCMMA, MTK MMA, Contenders and Cage Warriors, with further competition experience in Muay Thai, K1 and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.


Rico has been coaching for over 6 years, taking both kids and adult classes. He has trained people of all levels, from complete beginners through to professionals — including champions at amateur, professional and world level. He prides himself on hard work, dedication and respect.

Fight Record & Achievements

  • 🏆 Undefeated Amateur MMA Record — 6-0
  • 🥊 Professional MMA Record — 5-4
  • 🏟️ Competed on UCMMA, MTK MMA, Contenders & Cage Warriors
  • 🥋 Competition experience in Muay Thai, K1 & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Experience

  • 💥 14+ Years in Combat Sports
  • 🥊 MMA · Muay Thai · Boxing · Wrestling · BJJ
  • 🧒 6+ Years Coaching Kids & Adult Classes
  • ⭐ Trained Champions at Amateur, Pro & World Level