Shaj 'Superman' Haque

Head Coach

Shaj is a Cage Warriors World Champion and one of the best flyweights in the world. He has defeated the no1 ranked fighters from Poland, France, Italy and UK, many believe he deserves to be competing in the UFC. Shaj was the first Made 4 The Cage 2 Weight European Champion and is also Almighty FC Champion. Shaj has competed in many of the largest organisations in the world such as Cage Warriors, Ares FC, BAMMA and Fight Nights Global. 

Shaj is renowned for his exceptional footwork, head movement and striking skills and is also a Brown Belt in BJJ along with fantastic MMA wrestling ability.  Shaj has over 20 years of experience, and holds a First Class BSc (Hons) Degree in Sports Coaching demonstrating his knowledge, experience and coaching skills.

Jordan Cooper

BJJ Coach

Jordan is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under East Coast Jiu Jitsu's Renowned black belt Darragh O'Connail. Jordan is a multiple time British and Irish Open Gold Medallist. He is a submission specialist with over 15 years of experience and has travelled around the world learning from some of the greatest Brazlian Jiu Jitsu Practitioners, such as Marcelo Garcia, John Danaher, Andre Galvao and the Mendes Brothers.

Jordan has also competed successfully in MMA before specialising in BJJ giving him fantastic understanding of both Sport Jiu Jitsu and Grappling for MMA.

Shamsul Haque

Senior Coach

Shamsul has over 20 years experience in competing at a professional level and coaching MMA, he is a former top 10 UK Professional Flyweight and Made 4 The Cage and Eiko FC Strawweight Champion. Shamsul also has a vast amount of experience in coaching all levels from professional fighters to young children that are new to the sport.

Additionally, Shamsul is a qualified teacher with a First Class BA Hons degree in Primary Education and a QTS Distinction in Masters in Education. He is also a Professional Cutman and Hand Wrapper, is a Level 3 Personal Trainer with a Level 3 Diploma in Exercises Referral. Shamsul's knowledge, experience and passion has been a significant factor to our exceptional ACE Academy kids program.

Aaron Givens

Coach

Aaron is an upcoming prospect in MMA with over 10 years of experience. He is a GTFP Lightweight Champion, a top 10 ranked Featherweight, a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and has also competed in Kickboxing and Grappling. Aaron has vast experience in teaching kids and adults in multiple sports.

Sami Hoque

Coach

Sami Hoque is another young prospect. Training since the age of 8, Sami is a Top 5 UK Featherweight and a defending FCC Champion. He has over 10 years of experience and has competed in MMA, BJJ and Kickboxing.

Sami has over 8 years of coaching experience developing fantastic teaching skills, he has also studied sports and holds a First Class BSc (Hons) degree in Sports and Rehabilitation Therapy.

Shawon Choudhury

Coach

Shawon Choudhury is a Top 10 UK amateur Flyweight prospect with over 7 years of experience. He is a 5x amateur MMA Champion across multiple promotions and has also competed in boxing and Brazlian Jiu Jitsu.

He also holds a BSc (Hons) Degree in Sport and Exercise Science with a Masters in Psychology.

Nayem Hoque

Coach

Nayem Hoque is the youngest member of the coaching team, however has been involved in the sport for a long time. He is a dedicated athlete with exceptional skills for his age and has competed in BJJ, Kickboxing and MMA. He has been a training partner and the Padman for Shaj Haque's training camps, demonstrating his ability as a coach and athlete.

Nayem is currently studying a Level 3 in Sport and Exercise Science, furthering his knowledge in sport.