Head Coach

Matt Erdems began martial arts at the age of eleven, enrolled by his friend at a local gym in Turkey for self-defense. Soon after, he began fighting competitively while earning multiple language degrees and completing his enlistment in the Turkish military. Matt has competed in 150 amateur and 18 professional fights (IAKSA, ISKA, WAKO) across kickboxing, Muay Thai, Wushu and Shotokan Karate, and uses the multi-style experience to stay active in the entertainment industry.

In Los Angeles, Matt has acted in several TV productions and worked as a stuntman, stunt coordinator, and fight choreographer. He now lives in Hollywood continuing to pursue a career in the entertainment and fitness industries.