Our Coaches

Mária Balogh

I was born in Borsod—a detail I mention only to give you some context. In Borsod, there are two kinds of people: predators and prey—and I didn’t like the second option.

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… I began with Kyokushin Karate, and I was lucky to have excellent masters. When women were finally allowed to compete under Knock Down (KO) rules, I won several Hungarian Championships, tournaments, and other titles. Over the years, I earned my Kyokushin Karate coaching qualification and achieved the rank of 3rd Dan.

In the early 2000s, to add variety to my training, I turned to kickboxing—particularly KO rules, including K1 and Muay Thai. In these styles as well, I became a multiple Hungarian, Croatian, and Serbian champion, obtained my kickboxing coaching license, and achieved 2nd Dan. Alongside this, I have continued my professional development, adding certifications such as TRX Instructor to broaden my knowledge.

For quite some time now, I’ve been coaching mainly those who see martial arts as a way to preserve their health, as well as leading strength training sessions. Outside the dojo, I enjoy competing in MTB and trail running races, and in winter, snowboarding adds color to the cold days.

For me, martial arts is more than sport—it’s a lifestyle, and I invite you to experience it with me.

Jani Jó – Kickboxing & Muay Thai Coach

I bring over 20 years of experience in Kickboxing and 5 years in Muay Thai, and since 2018 I have been working as a certified Kickboxing coach. In my classes, my goal is not only to build physical strength but also to develop mental resilience. Outside the ring, I am passionate about snowboarding, wakeboarding, SUP, and mountain biking (MTB)—movement in all its forms is part of who I am.

If you want to grow in combat sports, you’ll find your place with me.