tim booker
bjj coach
Professor Sergio brings world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Malta. A 3rd Degree Black Belt under Master Murilo Bustamante—UFC veteran and Pride legend—Sergio is a proud member of the Carlson Gracie lineage, known globally for its competitive edge and technical depth.
With nearly 20 years of international coaching experience, Sergio is the founder of Brazilian Top Team Estonia, where he led and developed athletes for over a decade. He’s also a former pro MMA fighter in Australia, a global BJJ competitor, and a seasoned striking student under Dan Higgins—coach to multiple UFC veterans.
Now leading the grappling program at Malta Fight Co. in Sliema, Sergio is focused on building athletes, elevating the BJJ scene in Malta, and passing on the core principles of authentic, high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: Portuguese (Brazil) & English
kru ton
muay thai coach
Kru Ton is a certified Muay Thai coach with roots in Thailand and experience competing under K1 rules.
Known for keeping it technical and traditional, his sessions are all about sharpening skills, building discipline, and respecting the art the way it’s meant to be taught.
Whether you’re new to Muay Thai or looking to level up, Kru Ton brings the knowledge and the fight IQ to push you further.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: English & Vietnamese
Adam Chetnik
mmm coach
Coach Adam brings 12 years of hands-on experience in mixed martial arts, with a professional fighting background and roots in the UK’s competitive fight scene. He’s trained and competed across all core disciplines of MMA—from wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) to kickboxing and boxing—making him a truly well-rounded coach.
Adam has medalled at international grappling tournaments and stepped into the cage for pro MMA bouts, living the fighter lifestyle from the inside out. His coaching reflects that intensity: technical, tough, and tailored to help you level up, whether you’re a total beginner or preparing for your next fight.
Based in Sliema at Malta Fight Co., Adam works with athletes of all levels on developing elite-level skills in striking, ground game, and fight conditioning.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: English & Polish
jay rajakariyar
founder/ boxing coach
Coach Jay Rajakariyar with over ten years of experience in the sport of Boxing. Jay is currently recognised under the MBF and MBA as a coach for both Amateur and Professional Boxers. If you’re new to the sport, Jay will turn your initial curiosity about boxing into a downright passion, focusing on perfecting your technique and increasing your stamina.
For advanced boxers looking to compete – Jay is in your corner to keep you sharp and teach you new tips and tricks and to arrange sparring partners for you.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: English & Tamil
calvin dean
KICKBOXING COACH/ OPERATIONS MANAGER
With over 18 years of experience in combat sports, Coach Calvin is one of Malta’s most respected striking coaches. His journey began in 2006 with boxing, later expanding into kickboxing and Muay Thai, where he quickly developed a reputation for technical precision and high-level coaching.
Calvin holds a Black Sash in Kung Fu/Sanda and a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Kickboxing. He has cross-trained extensively in Karate, Muay Thai, and K1, refining his skills internationally in Thailand, Italy, Bulgaria, and the UK.
Now based at Malta Fight Co. in Sliema, Calvin leads from the front—training beginners and elite athletes alike. He currently coaches and manages some of the top Muay Thai and K1 fighters in Malta, helping raise the standard of striking in the local and international fight scene.
Languages Spoken: Maltese, English & Italian
Alex Denisov
boxing coach
Coach Alex has dedicated over 15 years to the art of boxing, with international competition experience and a deep passion for the sport. For the past 5 years, he’s been focused on coaching—helping students of all levels develop strong boxing fundamentals, sharp technique, and real ring confidence.
Known for his ability to adapt to different boxing styles and build customized training programs, Alex offers both group sessions and 1-on-1 boxing coaching in Sliema. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or looking to fine-tune your performance, Alex’s coaching style is dynamic, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
Now coaching full-time at Malta Fight Co., one of Malta’s leading boxing and combat sports gyms, Alex works with everyone from amateur boxers to fitness-focused clients.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: English & Russian
Claire sammut
boxing coach
From educator to elite athlete, Coach Claire brings tenacity, experience, and deep fight IQ to Malta Fight Co. She entered the world of combat sports at age 30, and went on to compete in 12 professional fights, most on the international stage.
Claire achieved a #33 world ranking in the Bantamweight division (2017), while also breaking into the Top 20 in Europe and Top 10 in the Commonwealth. Her sharp technical style and strategic approach to Muay Thai and K1 set her apart as both a fighter and coach.
With a background in education and currently pursuing a Master’s in Sports Science, Claire is passionate about developing fighters of all levels, and passing on her knowledge of conditioning, technique, and mental preparation.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: Maltese & English
Guilherme Sanches
Brazilian boxing coach
Guilherme Sanches is a Brazilian boxing coach and active amateur fighter with 7 years of experience in the game. He’s worked with everyone from beginners to competitors, running both group sessions and one-to-ones.
Guilherme sharpened his skills in London, where he coached and fought, stacking up international experience before landing
in Malta. Now part of Malta Fight Co., he brings that same energy to the team coaching, competing, and pushing the standard higher every session.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: English & Portuguese
Alice agostini
yoga coach
Coach Alice brings over 20 years of experience in movement, mindset, and performance training—a unique blend of athletic grit and restorative wisdom. She began her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey later in life, competing internationally at age 43 and earning her blue belt, proving that strength, skill, and resilience know no age limit.
In addition to training in MMA, boxing, and BJJ, Alice has spent 13 years developing a deep yoga practice. Now a certified yoga instructor, she specializes in working with combat sports athletes and active individuals to improve mobility, prevent injury, and enhance mental clarity.
At Malta Fight Co. in Sliema, Alice leads yoga for fighters, movement therapy, and recovery-focused sessions. Her coaching is perfect for those looking to build functional strength, restore balance, and move with intent—both on and off the mats.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: English & Italian
TREVOR BORG
KICKboxing coach
From educator to elite athlete, Coach Claire brings tenacity, experience, and deep fight IQ to Malta Fight Co. She entered the world of combat sports at age 30, and went on to compete in 12 professional fights, most on the international stage.
Claire achieved a #33 world ranking in the Bantamweight division (2017), while also breaking into the Top 20 in Europe and Top 10 in the Commonwealth. Her sharp technical style and strategic approach to Muay Thai and K1 set her apart as both a fighter and coach.
With a background in education and currently pursuing a Master’s in Sports Science, Claire is passionate about developing fighters of all levels, and passing on her knowledge of conditioning, technique, and mental preparation.
🗣️ Languages Spoken: Maltese & English
