Our Team
We have experienced trainers who have been involved in the combat arts for a combined total of 40 + years spanning across disciplines in Boxing, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts with Men, Women and Children of all ages, shapes, sizes and skill level from beginners to advanced.
Jesse Reid
Classes: Kick Boxing, Kids RAWMA
Jesse is an experienced black belt and has many years of teaching children. He has created and developed the Rock and Water Martial Arts Program from his experiences in Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai Kickboxing of which he is currently practising. He also actively works with developmental psychologists and school teachers to continue his knowledge in the field of child education.
Mario Yokoyama
Classes: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Regarded internationally as leading competitor in
both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, Mario Yokoyama is known for his
training methods, technical knowledge and attention to detail. A Judo black belt, and BJJ black belt under the late Ryan Gracie, Mario is responsible for the development of the Gracie Oceania curriculum and instructor
training program.
Adam Booth
Classes: Kids RAWMA
Adam has an affinity with children and is a natural teacher. He is also an experienced black belt and is currently practising Karate. Adam is a very intelligent and thoughtful instructor and sincerely cares about each and every one of his students. We are very lucky to have Adam involved with Rock and Water Martial Arts.
Mark Vella
Classes: Muay Thai
Mark is an amazing trainer and knows exactly what it takes to get in shape. A former Australian Muay Thai Champion, Mark spent years at top physical condition. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, is a charasmatic leader, approachable, very enthusiastic and always has a smile on his face! He is an incredible instructor.
Tom Pearman
Classes: Muay Thai
Tom is a technical instructor, passionate about teaching you how to kick and punch properly. His classes are also full of strength and power bursts which gets you toned, fit and confident! Tom is a retired competitor with an impressive record of 10 fights for 8 wins. Having co-owned a gym in th UK, Tom knows what is takes to get you in incredible shape.
Nick Taylor
Classes: Muay Thai
Whatever Nick touches turns to gold! He is multi-talented and a Muay Thai technician. He has travelled to Thailand to learnt from the experts 3 times over and brings a wealth of knowledge. By far, the most experienced pad holder of all the trainers. Nick is in high demand with all competitors and members at Sweatbox Gym. His classes are awesome and his teaching style is admirable.
Marco ” Gigante” Villela Classes: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Gigante is one of our most qualified and experienced instructors at Sweatbox. His credentials include 3 time BJJ world champion (Mundials), 5 time Brazilian champion and holds a 3rd degree black belt.
Dave Howarth
Classes: Strength & Conditioning Coach
Dave is a degree qualified Excersice and Sports Scientist and is our head Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Coach, a Level II ASCA S & C Coach, a Level II KB Coach and a Level II Olympic Lifting Coach. He is an asset at Sweatbox and leads our very popular SWEATBOX BOOTCAMP!