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Darryl Dawson
TMT's founder and head coach is Darryl Dawson. He has been working in the fitness Industry for over 20 years and has practiced Muaythai for over 25 years. Darryl started training with Malcolm Kani in the early 1990's, since then he has trained/worked with many reputable New Zealand coaches including; Terry Hill, Aaron Dixon and Master Tan, as well as spending months training in Thailand with PK Saenchai (13 Coins) and Kiat Busiba (Lanna Muaythai) he has also competed and trained in Brazillian freestyle fighting and Kyokushin (Pepperell Dojo). Darryl  has  been a High School PE Teacher (BaTch), a Fitness Consultant (DipF, BaSpls), has worked with the NZ Army (1RNZIR) and the Corrections Department.  The results of this vast experience are classes enriched with different ideas, techniques and training methods. The training systems and lessons are a fusion of traditional/proven principles, and tried and tested sports science.
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Claudia Penaranda

Claudia oozes energy and brings fun and excitement to her classes.  She has a background in adult education, and is great at teaching the finer points of technique. Claudia is the main teacher of the 'Nuts & Bolts' classes and lunch time classes. She has a passion for empowering women with her other passion, Muaythai.