Established in 2010, Lions was created with the vision of providing a mixed martial arts training centre in Coventry, that would allow enthusiasts to learn a multiple of martial arts, training with some of the biggest names in the industry. Thanks to our dedicated instructors, Lions is able to offer the highest standard of tuition in authentic martial arts including Muay Thai (Thai Boxing), Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Boxing, Wrestling, Submission Grappling (NoGI) and more.
Lions has grown from a vision to share knowledge, into a family of lifelong friends. Together, students, instructors, fighters and staff push each other to become better, we challenge each other to grow, and we inspire each other to be the best that we can be, mentally and physically. A Muay Thai World Champion, a Gracie Barra BJJ Black Belt, seasoned UFC fighters and some of the UK's most exciting prospects.
The Lions instructor team is a collection of truly accomplished and experienced martial artists.
Lions has grown from a vision to share knowledge, into a family of lifelong friends. Together, students, instructors, fighters and staff push each other to become better, we challenge each other to grow, and we inspire each other to be the best that we can be, mentally and physically. A Muay Thai World Champion, a Gracie Barra BJJ Black Belt, seasoned UFC fighters and some of the UK's most exciting prospects.
The Lions instructor team is a collection of truly accomplished and experienced martial artists.
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Andre Winner shot to fame when he was cast as a member of Spike TV's The Ultimate Fighter: United States vs. United Kingdom, reaching the final and receiving a contract from the UFC.
Winner has gone on to become one of the UK's most established ambassadors of the sport with a professional career spanning over a decade and victories in the UFC, BAMMA, CWFC and Cage Rage.
Dre is still regarded as one of the UK's leading competitors in his division.
A teammate of UFC star and current UFC analyst Dan 'The Outlaw' Hardy, Bellator's Paul 'Semtex' Daley as well as UFC fighter and fellow Lions coach Jimmy 'Judo' Wallhead, Winner is still training and competing at the highest level.
Winner has gone on to become one of the UK's most established ambassadors of the sport with a professional career spanning over a decade and victories in the UFC, BAMMA, CWFC and Cage Rage.
Dre is still regarded as one of the UK's leading competitors in his division.
A teammate of UFC star and current UFC analyst Dan 'The Outlaw' Hardy, Bellator's Paul 'Semtex' Daley as well as UFC fighter and fellow Lions coach Jimmy 'Judo' Wallhead, Winner is still training and competing at the highest level.
The most recent addition to the coaching team at Lions.
We are delighted to now offer Muay Thai classes with the multiple world champion, Dean James.
As a Fighter, they don't come much more inspirational than Dean.
A role model in every sense, Dean has overcome adversity in all its forms to rise to the top of professional combat sports.
Diagnosed with life-threatening colon cancer at the age of nineteen, Dean not only defied doctors' advice by participating in combat sport, he went on to become the best British Bantamweight and Featherweight in the art of Muay Thai, winning three world championships at three different weight divisions.
We are delighted to now offer Muay Thai classes with the multiple world champion, Dean James.
As a Fighter, they don't come much more inspirational than Dean.
A role model in every sense, Dean has overcome adversity in all its forms to rise to the top of professional combat sports.
Diagnosed with life-threatening colon cancer at the age of nineteen, Dean not only defied doctors' advice by participating in combat sport, he went on to become the best British Bantamweight and Featherweight in the art of Muay Thai, winning three world championships at three different weight divisions.
Lions offer a huge range of classes covering the very best in martial arts from around the world.
Classes are available throughout the day, 6 days a week and our timetable has been designed to accommodate all ages, levels and abilities.
As a members only academy, classes are provided in a safe, fun and family oriented environment enabling everyone to enjoy the benefits of martial arts.
For Adults, all memberships allow the flexibility to mix classes as you wish (subject to package and experience).You will also have unlimited access to Lions facilities where you can work strength and conditioning in our dedicated strength/gym area, or practise techniques during open mat sessions.
Classes are available throughout the day, 6 days a week and our timetable has been designed to accommodate all ages, levels and abilities.
As a members only academy, classes are provided in a safe, fun and family oriented environment enabling everyone to enjoy the benefits of martial arts.
For Adults, all memberships allow the flexibility to mix classes as you wish (subject to package and experience).You will also have unlimited access to Lions facilities where you can work strength and conditioning in our dedicated strength/gym area, or practise techniques during open mat sessions.
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is the fastest growing combat sport in the world.
Revolutionised by The Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC), it has created martial arts icons including Royce Gracie, Georges St. Pierre, Anderson Silva and current global superstar, Conor Mcgregor, to name just a few.
It is important to understand that MMA is a dedicated martial art in its own right and requires specialist knowledge.
In 2011, Lions introduced two of the UK's most experienced and successful MMA stars to the coaching team.
Revolutionised by The Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC), it has created martial arts icons including Royce Gracie, Georges St. Pierre, Anderson Silva and current global superstar, Conor Mcgregor, to name just a few.
It is important to understand that MMA is a dedicated martial art in its own right and requires specialist knowledge.
In 2011, Lions introduced two of the UK's most experienced and successful MMA stars to the coaching team.
Muay Thai is one of the most powerful and effective martial arts in the world.
Developed over thousands of years, this ancient martial art is enriched with tradition and culture and is considered the national sport of Thailand.
Muay Thai is often referred to as the "Art of Eight Limbs"utilising kicks, punches, knees, and elbows with tremendous power and efficiency.
Lions is privileged to have our Muay Thai curriculum and classes taught by UK Number 1, Dean James.
A Multiple World Champion, and Instructor to many current fighters and champions, Dean's knowledge and expertise in the sport makes him one of the most sought after coaches in the sport today.
Developed over thousands of years, this ancient martial art is enriched with tradition and culture and is considered the national sport of Thailand.
Muay Thai is often referred to as the "Art of Eight Limbs"utilising kicks, punches, knees, and elbows with tremendous power and efficiency.
Lions is privileged to have our Muay Thai curriculum and classes taught by UK Number 1, Dean James.
A Multiple World Champion, and Instructor to many current fighters and champions, Dean's knowledge and expertise in the sport makes him one of the most sought after coaches in the sport today.
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