About
Kru Ethan is a highly accomplished Muay Thai and Kickboxing trainer with over 15 years of professional experience coaching athletes across the Philippines and the UAE. Certified through Muay Thai Studies of Thailand and Muay Thai International — with curriculum accredited by the Thai Ministry of Education — he brings a rare combination of elite combat sports mastery, proven fighter development, and strong gym leadership to every role he takes on.
Beyond the ring, Kru Ethan is a community builder. He founded two successful fight events — Fight Club Dubai and Fight Club Makati — connecting fighters across the Middle East and Southeast Asia. His students have gone on to compete and win at professional level.
Career Timeline
2023–2026
Head Trainer & Personal Training Specialist
Heroes Academy Martial Arts · Dubai, UAE
2014–2018
Head Trainer & Gym Manager
Black Unicorn Martial Arts Gym · Makati, Philippines
2011–2014
Sports Trainer / Fighter
The Champions Club · Dubai, UAE
2005–2007
Senior Instructor
YAW-YAN Ardigma · Cebu City, Philippines
Key Achievements
Elite Striking Champion — YAW-YAN Ardigma
Global Fighting Championship Contender — Dubai, UAE (2013)
Founder, Fight Club Dubai — GFC-affiliated inter-club fight series, Middle East
Founder, Fight Club Makati — thriving local fight community, Philippines
Developed multiple students to professional competitive level