Khao [verb] to enter.
Jai [noun] the heart.
Khao Jai Muay Thai
~ to understand Muay Thai
Femi Akinade
The ISKA British Champion.
The ICO English Champion.
Personal Trainer & Muay Thai Instructor.
Train with a champion.
Hello and welcome to my website. My name is Femi Akinade and I am the founder of Khao Jai Muay Thai. This is my 'about me' section where you can find out more about my background as a fighter and personal trainer.
I am the 2017 ISKA Light Welterweight British Champion, the 2016 ICO Light Welterweight English Champion and one of the top Muay Thai and K1 light welterweight competitors in the UK & also a qualified Personal Trainer certified by Active IQ and the Register of Exercise Professionals.
Over the past 18 years I have competed internationally including several fights in Thailand's famous Rajadamnerm stadium. I have trained with and alongside multiple world champions and have achieved success both internationally, defeating opponents from Brazil, Italy, Spain and Thailand, and Nationally competing on several of the UK's biggest promotions including MTGP, Smash Muay Thai and the Super Fight Series Championships. I am also the 2014 Nak Muay Series 4 man tournament winner.
I have been practising Muay Thai for 19 years now under Kru Will Kelly and Kru Simon Wells of Diablo gym in Barnet, North London and it was under their guidance that I received my instructor certification after demonstrating that I was worthy of carrying on their great lineage. Since then I have been training fighters and non fighters of all levels both one to one and in group sessions. I have also run several Thai boxing classes for various health clubs but now focus more on private lessons although I do still teach Muay Thai classes twice weekly at Diablo gym.
Muay Thai is my life and my passion. I love to share this art with my students and I love to see others enjoying Muay Thai as much as I do. I work with people from all levels, genders and social backgrounds from your working mum who's a complete beginner but wants to blow off some steam while staying in shape to competitive athletes preparing for their next contest.
I began studying fitness instruction and personal training in 2012 in order to have a wider and deeper understanding of the science behind exercise, as well as a better understanding of human anatomy and physiology and nutrition. The knowledge I have gained and continue to gain has been invaluable both in my own training and fight preparation and in helping my clients achieve their various goals. I am currently working towards my 2nd and 3rd nutrition qualifications. As a fighter I regularly had to lose up to 10kg within 4 - 8 weeks whilst maintaining strength and lean muscle mass and also ensuring I had enough energy to train intensely twice a day so a thorough understanding of nutrition is extremely important.
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Below for your convenience I have listed some of my awards and relevant qualifications. Please feel free to contact me via email or phone if there is anything else you'd like to know or if you'd like to book a session.
Awards -
• ISKA Light Welterweight British Champion
• ICO Light Welterweight English Champion
• Muay Thai Instructor certification under Kru Will Kelly and Kru Simon Wells
• Level 3 Personal Trainer certified by Active IQ and the Register of Exercise Professionals
• Level 3 Nutrition and Weight Management
. Level 2 Fitness Instructor
• Ranked no.4 @65kg in the UK k1 independent rankings
• Ranked no.8 @63.5kg in the UK Muay Thai independent rankings
• 3x Winner in Muay Thai at Thailand's Rajadamnerm stadium
• Winner of Diablo Gym's 'Fighter of the year award 2014'
•Winner of Nak Muay Series 4 man tournament 2014
• Winner of Super MTC's International bout vs Miguel Marques (Spain) via 4th round KO
• Winner of Smash Muay Thai Series main event 2014
• Runner up in the prestigious Pain and Glory 4 man Muay Thai tournament at the prestigious York Hall in 2009
• Winner of Diablo Gym's Muay Thai fight of the year 2008 award for the unanimous decision victory over previously unbeaten Karl Walker at the prestigious York Hall
learnmuaythaiuk@gmail.com
Location
North London
Central London
N1 3GN
Hours
Mon - Fri 6am–9pm
Sat - Sun 8am-9pm
Khao Jai Muay Thai = 'Muay Thai enters the heart'
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Personal Training
One to one Muay Thai training is tailored to your specific skill level, fitness goals, and areas for improvement, ensuring faster progress and more efficient learning. And, as such, is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Private Muay Thai studio sessions in N1
Train with zero distractions and complete privacy in my well equipped private studio in the heart of N1.
One to one Muay Thai sessions at Fight City Gym
If you prefer a more immersive training experience, one to one Muay Thai sessions in Londons Fight City Gym in Moorgate are a perfect choice. Benefit from state of the art equipment, multiple punch bags and a full size boxing ring. This luxurious training venue combines the raw feel of a fighters gym with a modern aesthetic and friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Pad work only sessions
If you are slightly shorter on time or budget these 30 min pad work sessions are a great way to get the most out of your one to one Muay Thai sessions. Blast the pads, working through varied combinations with focus on timing, precision, rhythm, power, speed, technique and ring IQ.
Mobile Muay Thai sessions in London
If you are unable to travel to either of the above locations, mobile Muay Thai sessions in London are available at an additional fee. Please note that, in this case, it will be your responsibility to plan a suitable location.
Expert knowledge in:
Nutrition & weight management,
Strength & Conditioning,
Muscle Building
Fat Loss
Cardiovascular Fitness
Flexibility & Mobility
Postural Correction
Injury Prevention
And of course:
Muay Thai
learnmuaythaiuk@gmail.com
location
North London
Central London
East London
N1 3GN
hours
Mon - Fri: 7am–9pm
Sat - Sun: 9am-9pm
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Price List
Introductory offer: 5 sessions for £275!
This is an introductory offer for new students. Sessions must be used within 6 weeks of purchase.
Sessions are based in my private N1 studio. Gym sessions are available at Fight City Gym Moorgate for an additional £15. Mobile sessions are available for an additional fee.
Add 1 extra participant to your sessions for free!
If you would like to add a 3rd or 4th participant you will need to add £30 or £60 to the rate respectively.
Cancelling/Rescheduling
Any cancellation or rescheduling will require a minimum of 24 hours notice.
Cancelling/rescheduling within 24 hours of the scheduled session time, will be charged at the full rate of the session.
Packages/block bookings are non refundable once purchased.
By booking a session you are agreeing to these terms.
Muay Thai Classes every Tuesday/Thursday 8-10pm
Location -
Finchley District & Amateur Boxing Club,
Bulwer Road,
EN5 5EX
Price -
£10 cash only, no booking necessary
Class format -
15 mins skipping/warm up
5 mins stretching
3 rounds shadow boxing/technique
5 rounds pad work/10 rounds sparring
3 rounds technique/partner drills
10 mins conditioning
30 mins free time and cool down
Equipment needed -
We have some equipment available to use but it is recommended in the interest of hygiene and comfort that you invest in your own as early as possible. Gloves should be the 1st purchase but you should also at some point look to purchase shin pads, kick pads, hand wraps and, for those interested in sparring, a mouth guard and groin guard.
Facilities -
Two boxing rings
12 punching bags
Water fountain
Separate Male/Female changing, shower and toilets
Large floor area
On site car park(free)
*All levels are welcome.
*Sparring is optional, unless fighting, and beginners are encouraged to obtain a level of competence before participating in group sparring sessions. Private guided sparring is available on request during ‘free time’ and always at the discretion of the coaches.
TESTIMONIALS
Will Kelly - joint head coach of Diablo Muay Thai gym
Have been in the game 30 odd years and haven't seen anyone as technically good as Femi. Quality fighter and awesome coach.
Yasmin Khojani 35
I was introduced to boxing a few years ago through my personal trainer; the aim was to bring a different form of cardio into the routine. I liked it very much right away. I started training with Femi about a year later, when I realised there was so much I didn't know and most annoyingly so many techniques I had been doing incorrectly for a year. Training with an actual fighter is a different ball game to what other personal trainers will teach you. Femi will not let a single mistake go and will ensure you learn it properly. As frustrating as this may get at times, once you are up to speed you will start enjoying boxing for what it really is and much more so then just mock-boxing with a regular personal trainer. I very much like the fact that, with Thai boxing, your mind is engaged as much as every single muscle in your body. During my boxing sessions with Femi I experience an hour of freedom of mind - free from every other distraction and all the stress my hectic daily job brings along with it. Not to mention what those endorphins after an hour of boxing do for you! Now after a couple of years, I am amazed by how much Femi still has to teach me such is the extent of his knowledge and skill.
I would very much recommend training with Femi, whether your aim is to learn how to fight professionally or to get fitter and introduce new skills into your training routine.
David Lavington 31, company director
Muay Thai training with Femi has been a great experience from the start. Myself and a friend joined up for joint sessions as we'd attended group classes at a local martial arts centre but didn't feel that we were learning any proper technique at all. This was then demonstrated by how much we were able to improve in just a few classes with Femi - 8 months have now gone by and even only training once a week both my overall fitness and Muay Thai technique has gone from strength to strength.
Steve 32
I've been training with Femi for over a year now, as a result I've got much more confidence in my technique and my overall fitness has improved greatly. Working on a one to one basis with Femi is without doubt a wise investment of my time and money!
Tracy Collins 52, school teacher
I have been training with Femi for 3 years now and he has made a huge difference to my physique and fitness levels. My body is toned and has definition. I seem to have endless amounts of energy and lead an extremely busy and active life as a consequence. I am 52 years of age and when I first started training with Femi I was very thin. I am still petite but with a much curvier and defined figure now. As well as training me, Femi helped me with eating the right foods at the right time in order to improve my muscle mass. For me the evidence speaks for itself and I really look forward to my sessions with Femi. He is extremely skilled and knows just how to motivate you to keep striving towards your goals. He made learning and practising Muay Thai great fun.
Every girl needs Femi in their lives for motivation and to help them reach and maintain their goals,
Ni Andersen 31, electrical engineer
I have trained and previously fought in Thailand so knew of Femi's ability as a fighter, where he's trained in England and Thailand and where he's fought (Elite level in Bangkok!). After I got an injury out there I came home and looked Femi up when I was able to train again, He has helped me get back to fitness and massively improved my technique, Femi's a good guy and his fighting quality's definitely transfer over to his training, he has a certain way of getting things over to you, If your looking to get in shape or even fight in the future then I'd advise checking Femi out..Nice one Femi!
Chetak Pindolia 30, personal trainer
Great sport taught by a genuine guy. The good thing about working with Femi is that he pushes you according to what he knows you can achieve. Excellent knowledge of the art and able to explain it simply and effectively. Highly recommended.
Fights/Events
Please follow links to view fights:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FGujnk0sAU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pafun9Ji628 (British title fight)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdZj4a77MUw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C64i0ZC-_y4
https://youtu.be/Gks9-x8OHog (English title fight)
Upcoming events:
No upcoming events.
Contact
learnmuaythaiuk@gmail.com
+447773062372
LOCATION
North London
Central London
N1 3GN
HOURS
Mon - Fri: 8am–10pm
Sat - Sun: 10am-9pm
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