STAFF AND COACHES

Elvis Sinosic

Australian Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Pioneer

Chief Instructor Elvis Sinosic heads Kings Academy. He is the pioneer of Grappling and MMA in Australia. He is Australia’s first UFC Fighter, the first Australian to fight for a UFC World Title, the first Australian to win the Absolute division at the Pan Pacific Championships, the first Australian to compete at ADCC and the first person in ADCC history to win with a Heel Hook submission. Elvis has been training Martial Arts for over 40 years and continues to pass on his knowledge to his students. Elvis also continues to compete and has won several silver and bronze medals at the IBJJF Masters and NoGi World Championships in his weight and open divisions. Elvis was also a fight analyst on Fox Sports for UFC Fight Week passing on his knowledge and breaking down UFC fights for the fans. You will not find anyone more experienced or knowledgeable in Australia!

Elvis is a 5th Degree Black Belt in BJJ, A Kru in Muay Thai, and an accredited coach in Boxing and Wrestling.

Elvis is involved in Coaching all the classes and is always at the gym to assist with the students training and helping them achieve their goals.

UFC Veteran Elvis Sinosic

Elvis Sinosic is a UFC veteran and one of Australia’s most respected pioneers of mixed martial arts. As the first Australian to compete in the UFC and fight for a World Title, Elvis brings decades of elite-level experience across Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling and MMA.

Throughout his career, Elvis has competed internationally against world-class opponents, giving him a deep understanding of what it takes to perform at the highest level of combat sports. This experience now forms the foundation of his coaching philosophy at Kings Academy.

Elvis is known for his technical precision, structured teaching style and ability to guide students from complete beginners through to professional fighters. His coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, intelligent training methods and long-term athlete development rather than short-term intensity.

At Kings Academy, Elvis plays a key role in shaping the overall training system, ensuring every program reflects the values he has built throughout his career—discipline, respect, consistency and continuous improvement.

Whether you're training for fitness, confidence, self-defence or competition, you are learning within a system influenced by real UFC experience and decades of high-level martial arts development.

Paul Pokorski

Coach Paul began training back in the Liverpool days when Kings was SPMA. He has trained in BJJ and Muay Thai, but decided to focus on his BJJ. Paul decided to focus on NoGi and particularly leglocks as he was passionate about it. Paul got his Black Belt in 2016 and is currently a 2nd Degree. He continues to train and teaches the Monday and Wednesday night beginners fundamental class. Come down and say hi to Paul as he's always happy to chat about BJJ.

James Dang

Coach James is a BJJ and Muay Thai instructor at Kings Academy. James has been training under Elvis since 2009. Since then James has earned his Black Belt rank in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2020 and has received his 1st degree. He is also a Blue Shirt in Muay Thai and Brown Belt in Karate. James was a former competitor holding serveral titles or podiuming finishes at many BJJ events. Now retired from competition James looks to channel his energy into coaching & helping the new generation. Despite the many years of experience and knowledge obtained throughout, James’s passion for the sports burns bright as ever. Still maintaing the student metality he is always looking for ways to improve. Secret Super Power: unquenchable thirst for knowledge

Nathan Molina

Coach Nathan started martial arts over a decade ago and discovered a very keen aptitude towards kickboxing. After several years of honing his craft, he fell in love with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has become one of the highest ranked heavyweight BJJ competitors in Australia, competing regularly. Nathan prides himself on sharing his decade of knowledge with Kings students in the Advanced BJJ and MTK classes. His concise method of teaching combined with his contagious smile makes him an exceptional addition to our coaching staff here at Kings! He is a Black belt in BJJ, and a purple shirt in Muay Thai.

Olivia Ukmar

Coach Olivia began training in 2013 under chief instructor Elvis Sinosic. She is a BJJ Brown belt and a Black shirt in Muay Thai. She started training in BJJ then progressed into Muay Thai, MMA, boxing, and wrestling.

Olivia is an active BJJ and Submission grappling competitor, holding numerous local, state, national and international titles as well as being a top MMA competitor, having won the Silver Medal at the 2019 World IMMAF Championships along with being the HEX Strawweight Champion.

Nathan Corbin

Coach Nathan began training in 2011 because he wanted to be a UFC fighter. He quickly realized jiu jitsu was less impactful on that organ through which one perceives reality (the brain). He began training at Kings Academy when it was called SPMA. Nathan is a Black Belt in BJJ. Nathan is a high-level competitor winning titles at the local, state, and national level. Nathan competes and wins at the highest level in Pro Jiu Jitsu competitions such as Subversion and is always looking for his next challenge. You'll find Nathan behind the front desk at Kings.

Simon Kashro 

Coach Simon is our admin officer and Juniors/fundamentals/NoGI coach at Kings Academy. He has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Kings since 2018 and is currently a Purple belt. Simon is an active competitor, and he always encourages his training partners to compete and is always looking for any opportunity for extra training. Simon personifies perseverance and is an inspiration to those who feel they lack the physical attributes to succeed.

Andrew Estrada

Coach Andrew is the head Wrestling Coach at Kings Academy. He is one of Australia's most qualified coaches and has instrumental in improving our wrestling program and filling the mat creating the most popular wrestling class in Western Sydney.

Charles Huynh

Coach Charles Huynh is currently a Brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai red shirt under Elvis Sinosic. Having won multiple medals in local competition, he has now taken a break from the competition scene and now is focussing on teaching modern Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. You can catch him in nearly every 6am morning class. Charles has helped turn the 6am BJJ classes into thriving sessions with numerous regular members attending. 

Kenny Ho

Coach Kenny is a Brown Belt in BJJ, and Blue Shirt in Muay Thai. He teaches the early morning, afternoon, and evening BJJ classes as well as assiting in the evening Boxing and Muay Thai classes. He is a regular competitor regularly scoring Gold on the podium in the NoGi divisions. Kenny looks to continue competing as he works his way towards his Black Belt.

David Vo

Coach David is Kings head Boxing Coach. He's helped build our Boxing program with full classes. He's also helped our Fighters build their confidence to step in the ring and build winning records. Come in and try his Boxing class.

Coach David is available for one on one training.

Peter Andrews

Coach Peter is a Black Shirt in Muay Thai and a Purple Belt in BJJ. Peter is a member of our Muay Thai and Boxing competition team. Peter has regularly competed in BJJ, Muay Thai and Boxing. Peter is an artist, and you can see that applied in his classes and his skills. When he’s not taking shots at his opponents, he’s out taking shots with his camera.

Peter assists with the evening Muay Thai and Boxing classes when he’s not training.

Joshua Huwazan

Coach Josh is a dedicated instructor at Kings Academy who brings a wealth of experience as an Amateur MMA fighter and a Jiu-jitsu Blue Belt competitor. His vibrant energy and unwavering enthusiasm define his coaching style, coupled with a consistent commitment to nurturing the potential of every student. Beyond his coaching role, Josh is an active competitor in the Jiu-Jitsu arena, excelling in both Gi and No Gi competitions. He encompasses a diverse training regimen that spans various Martial Arts disciplines, encompassing Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and MMA, which allows him to offer a holistic approach to his training and mentorship on the mats at Kings Academy.

Coach Josh also does regular one on one sessions so grab him if you're interested in some private training.

Kruz Cupitt

Coach Kruz is a Brown belt in BJJ who has been training BJJ since 2017 and has competed in numerous competitions at white, blue, and purple belt. You will often find him coaching or assisting the 6am classes, but if you’re lucky you may see him drop in the evening classes. Kruz has a passion for NoGi BJJ with a focus on leglocks and when he’s not twisting your legs he’s twisting his words with his awful puns.

Shakira Krystal

Shakira is Purple Belt in BJJ and works Admin behind the desk helping members. She also occasionally assists with the Kids BJJ classes. Shakira is an active BJJ competitor. She regularly competes in primarily in NoGi.

Jeshua McPhail

Coach Jeshua is 1st Degree Black Belt in BJJ. Coach Jesh has trained in BJJ, Muay Thai, and MMA. Coach Jesh was also an active competitor throughout his time climbing up the ranks. Coach Jesh specialises in No Gi Brazilian Jiu. He teaches the 11am No Gi BJJ Monday to Thursday and Wednesday night NoGi. Jesh is also teaches the 10am Monday and Thursday Muay Thai classes. Jesh is also an MMA Coach along Chief Instructor Elvis.

Kru Den

Kru Den is Kings Muay Thai. He trained and competed in Thailand. He has a wealth of coaching experience having coached around the world.  Make sure you come along and try one of his classes.

Kru Den is also available for private one on one training sessions. See us at the front desk to book

ASSISTANT COACHES

Alex Young

Coach Alex is a Blue belt in BJJ. Alex assists with classes when his schedule allows. Alex is an active MMA fighter with numerous TKO victories to his name. He competes regularly and is always looking for his next challenge. When he’s not helping in class, you’ll find him on the mat doing all the classes, BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling and MMA. 

Riza El Ali

Coach Riza is Purple Belt in BJJ and a Blue Shirt in Muay Thai. Riza is a teen that assists with our Kids BJJ and Muay Thai classes. Riza has been training with Kings since he started Martial Arts training. Riza competes in BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing and MMA. Riza has won numerous state, local, national, and international titles. He was a Junior BJJ World Champion and a Junior Oceanic IMMAF Champion. Riza’s goal is to become a professional fighter one day representing Australia in the UFC.

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What to Expect on Your First Visit

Your first class is designed to be relaxed, enjoyable, and completely beginner-friendly. One of our qualified instructors will guide you through each step, answer your questions, and ensure you feel comfortable from the moment you walk through the door.

During your visit, you'll experience:

• Friendly and experienced martial arts instructors
• Beginner-friendly classes with clear, structured coaching
• Personal guidance tailored to your experience and fitness level
• A welcoming community that supports students of all ages
• Professional training in a safe, positive environment

No previous martial arts experience or fitness level is required—just bring comfortable training clothes and a willingness to learn.

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Martial Arts in Liverpool & South West Sydney

Kings Academy is one of the leading martial arts academies in Liverpool, offering training in:

• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)
• Boxing
• Muay Thai
• Wrestling
• Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
• Sydney Hot Yoga

With classes for Kids, Teens, and Adults. For Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced, and Fighters/Competitors.

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Kings Academy offers martial arts training for kids, teens and adults in Liverpool and South West Sydney.

We proudly serve students from:

• Liverpool
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• Prestons
• Edmondson Park
• Warwick Farm
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• Wattle Grove
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