--- title: "Martial Arts Coaches in Action: Learn from Active Fighters in Bangalore" description: "Learn martial arts from coaches who fight. At The School of Martial Arts in Koramangala, our instructors compete in national Muay Thai and MMA events. Join our classes to train with experts who practice what they preach." canonical: https://mytribe.in/theschoolofmartialarts/martial-arts-fitness-training/coaches-in-action last_updated: 2025-09-02 --- # Our Coaches in Action: Leading from the Front Tribe Verified · 25+ years of active martial arts competition By [The School of Martial Arts](https://mytribe.in/theschoolofmartialarts) · Training at Koramangala Dojo · ₹400 per workshop (estimate) Part of [Martial Arts & Fitness Training](https://mytribe.in/theschoolofmartialarts/martial-arts-fitness-training). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/theschoolofmartialarts/martial-arts-fitness-training/gallery) At The School of Martial Arts, we don't just teach from the sidelines. Our instructors are active competitors who regularly test their skills in the ring and cage, ensuring our training methods are as current as they are effective. ## Photos and videos - ![A moment of recognition for our school and coaches at the Golden Mongkhon Muay Thai Championship. Coach Vinod is seen here receiving a memento for his outstanding contribution in mentoring our fighters for the national event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9cba94a2-4329-46a3-a8c9-2ed106d6cda4) - [Video: A proud moment for our school as our founder, Master Ashwin Naidu, receives his official selection letter to represent India at the World Muay Thai Championship in Bangkok. This is the highest level of recognition for his skill and dedication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9e3f6f29-64bf-4d77-87bb-743c9674e0e6) - [Video: This video collage documents our team's successful participation in the 4th Golden Mongkhon Title Belt Championship. It shows our coaches Master Ashwin, Rajith, and Vinod after winning gold, silver, and bronze medals respectively.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/40e63f73-c58a-48a1-800e-ffd4b8b37e82) - ![Our founder and head coach, Ashwin Naidu, proudly holding the Golden Mongkhon National Champion title belt. His personal achievements in the ring are a direct inspiration for every student at our school.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55fdddba-3c6c-45da-9c0e-c589eebdf893) - ![Master Ashwin Naidu with his hard-earned Golden Mongkhon championship belt. This victory is a result of decades of dedication to martial arts and serves as the ultimate proof of the effectiveness of our training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8b953c17-ed1e-45a8-85b0-d60626e4058e) - ![Coach Vinod receiving his medal at an MMA club event. His consistent performance and willingness to step into the cage sets a powerful example for all our aspiring fighters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf95ced3-79ac-4631-ba2b-7094068eddd7) - ![Master Ashwin Naidu with his silver medal after a tough MMA fight. His participation demonstrates that the journey of a martial artist never ends and that there is always a new challenge to embrace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/100dd583-c885-4eb7-b127-a866acd0263f) - ![A collage celebrating our teachers. We are grateful for the guidance of Master Ashwin and all our black belt instructors who dedicate their time to shaping the next generation of martial artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e59ca733-b852-4a17-b0a5-a4abea29ea1a) - ![Our founder, Ashwin Naidu, ready for his weigh-in before competing for the WKN kickboxing title. This behind-the-scenes look shows the preparation and physique required for high-level competition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42e4f92e-5631-4f24-b0f2-78cd05b6dae7) ## About Coaches in Action When you train with us, you are learning techniques that have been battle-tested by your instructors just months prior. Our coaches regularly participate in regional and national-level Muay Thai, MMA, and kickboxing tournaments—not for fame, but to stay sharp and understand the evolving demands of the fight game. This ensures the advice you receive on stance, guard, or footwork is based on current reality, not theory. We believe that a coach who stops competing eventually stops growing. That is why our chief instructor, Master Ashwin Naidu, and our senior coaches like Vinod and Rajith are active participants in championship events. Whether it is competing at the Golden Mongkhon Muay Thai Championship or stepping into the cage for MMA club fights in Bengaluru, our team is constantly pushing their limits. ### Why it matters This isn't just about medals on the wall; it’s about the curriculum. When the fight scene evolves, we evolve with it. If a new defensive tactic becomes standard in high-level Muay Thai, our students learn it in our Koramangala dojo immediately. We bring that practical, in-the-ring experience back to every session, giving you the most up-to-date conditioning and technical training available. ### Our Philosophy For us, martial arts is about more than fitness; it's about the discipline to prepare for the unknown. By witnessing our own coaches manage the stress, the weigh-ins, and the tactical adjustments of a real bout, our students gain a deeper respect for the art form. We invite you to join a community where the instructors walk the path they teach. Whether you are aiming to compete or simply seeking to improve your fitness through authentic combat sports training, you are learning from a team that lives the discipline every single day. ## About The School of Martial Arts I’m Ashwin Naidu, and I’ve been living and breathing martial arts since 1998. My team and I don’t just train students; we stay active in the competitive circuit to keep our skills sharp and our teaching relevant. We’re here to help you get stronger, safer, and more confident, whether you're a complete beginner or an aspiring fighter. 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