ABOUT BATTLEZONE MMA

Elite Training. Ego-Free Mat.

Battlezone MMA is a welcoming martial arts academy built around discipline, respect and progression. Whether you’re stepping onto the mats for the first time or training to compete, our goal is to help every member improve in a safe, supportive environment.

Our Coaches

Meet Our Instructors

Our coaches bring real competitive experience, technical knowledge and a passion for helping every student improve — from complete beginners to active competitors

Head Coach Luan Breda

Coach Raquel Santos

Coach Mehmet Maslak

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, professional MMA fighter and owner/head coach of Battlezone MMA. Luan began BJJ in 2008 and has trained and competed alongside teams including Gracie Barra, Checkmat, Cantagalo and Great Britain Top Team. He continues to train under Jackson Sousa and is passionate about developing everyone from complete beginners to competitive athletes

Women’s BJJ Coach

Experienced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and coach with a strong competition background. Raquel leads Battlezone’s Women’s BJJ programme, bringing technical knowledge, competition experience and a supportive approach to helping women develop confidence and skill on the mats. Battlezone publicly lists her as the Women’s Class Coach, and Cantagalo Jiu Jitsu London has recognised @raquelsantosbjj as a 2023 IBJJF European Champion.

MMA Coach & Professional Fighter

Professional MMA fighter competing out of Great Britain Top Team. Mehmet has progressed from amateur competition into the professional ranks and currently holds a 2–0 professional MMA record, with both victories coming by finishes — one KO/TKO and one submission. He brings active fight experience and high-level MMA knowledge into his coaching.

AKON — KIDS Striking & Kids Bjj Coach

Akon has trained martial arts since the age of 13 and is an active Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and MMA practitioner. Having trained alongside Coach Luan from a young age, he brings energy, technical knowledge and a natural ability to work with younger students. He coaches kids and continues to develop as a competitor and instructor.

Avran — KIDS Striking & Kids Bjj Coach

avran has trained martial arts since the age of 13 started with Muay Thai and is an active Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and Muay Thai practitioner. Having trained alongside Coach Luan , he brings energy, technical knowledge and a natural ability to work with younger students. He coaches kids and continues to develop as a competitor and instructor.

Daryan — BJJ & Kids Coach

Daryan has trained martial arts since the age of 10 and is an active Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and MMA practitioner. Having trained alongside Coach Luan from a young age, he brings energy, technical knowledge and a natural ability to work with younger students. He coaches both kids and adults and continues to develop as a competitor and instructor

Coach Anthony — BJJ Coach

Anthony is a four-stripe brown belt who has trained alongside Coach Luan for many years. Known for his patience, technical detail and calm teaching style, he is one of Battlezone’s most respected coaches.

He mainly teaches our morning BJJ classes and occasionally covers evening sessions.

Alexandre Breda BJJ Adults n Kids Coach

Alexandre Breda has trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 2002 and brings over 20 years of experience to Battlezone MMA. A BJJ Brown Belt, Alex focuses on strong fundamentals, discipline and confidence, helping students develop both on and off the mats.

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