Who We Are

Hey, we're Justin Moore, Lewis Dutch, Kane Charig, Joe Wathan, and Uday Zen—the heart of Gorilla Fight Team. With decades of combined experience across MMA, Jiujitsu, Wrestling, Judo, and K1 in the UK combat scene, we forged unbreakable bonds through sweat and wins. Born during the chaos of COVID, what started as a training lifeline has grown into a thriving academy in Poole, Dorset, building fighters and families side by side.

Josh Northan, Ryan Marshall, and Frazer Galway bring elite-level expertise and relentless drive to our MMA program. With proven track records in competitive fighting and coaching across the UK scene, they deliver sharp technique, smart strategy, and real-world experience. Together, they push students to grow confidently, whether you're chasing amateur bouts or sharpening skills for life.

At our core, we're driven by discipline that sharpens the mind, development that pushes limits, a community that's got your back, and real results you can feel and see. We're not here for quick fixes—we're in it for the long haul, turning beginners into beasts and pros into legends, all while fostering a team vibe that's as tough as it is tight-knit.

From wide-eyed kids to seasoned adults, total newbies to cage-ready competitors—we welcome you all. Our gym in Poole is your no-judgment zone, where we travel the country cornering our fighters and cheering every step. No matter your starting line, we'll meet you there and walk you across the finish.

We're not your average gym or weekend dojo—we're a forge for warriors. Our technical foundation comes from Paraestra UK, blending Justin’s precision BJJ mastery, Lewis Dutch’s jiujitsu expertise, Kane Charig’s wrestling dominance, Joe Wathan’s judo precision, and Uday Zen’s K1 power. This creates a training environment rooted in respect, discipline, and real progression from white belt to pro.

We coach every level with the same intensity, from kids building confidence to adults sharpening their edge. Our team travels nationwide to corner fighters, and we stay grounded in community. Discipline breeds champions—our results prove it. This is more than training; it's a culture.