Meet Coach Rauf Takhirov

MMA Coach | Striking Specialist | International Experience

MatTime is proud to welcome Coach Rauf Takhirov as the head coach of our brand-new Adult and Kids (10+ yers) MMA/Boxing Program. With over 12 years of experience coaching and training alongside elite athletes from the UFC, Bellator, and ACA, Coach Parviz brings world-class skill, passion, and mentorship to every class.

Born and raised in a culture where combat sports are a way of life, Coach Parviz is a Master of Sports of International Class in Boxing and a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). He’s not just a technician—he’s a tactician, mentor, and motivator with a proven track record of preparing fighters for competition at the highest levels.

🥇 Highlights & Accomplishments:

• 🥊 Master of Sports (International Class) in Boxing
• 🥋 BJJ Purple Belt
• 🏆 Champion at the Asian Boxing Championship
• 🔥 Coached and sparred with UFC, Bellator, and ACA fighters
• 💪 Over a decade of experience coaching MMA, Boxing, and Muay Thai across Russia, China, and Kazakhstan

🧠 What to Expect in His Classes:

Coach Parviz combines high-level technique with a patient, supportive coaching style that welcomes everyone—from total beginners to experienced fighters. Whether you’re here to get fit, gain confidence, or step into the cage one day, he tailors every session to your goals.

Expect a fast-paced, high-energy environment that emphasizes:

• Technical striking (Boxing & Muay Thai)
• Grappling fundamentals (BJJ & MMA)
• Strategy, conditioning, and mental toughness
• Community, teamwork, and personal growth

📍 Coaching Experience:

• Fight Nights Global (Russia): MMA & Boxing Coach (2011–2016)
• Glory of Heroes National Team (China): Head MMA Coach (2016–2017)
• GMGYM (Russia): Senior MMA Coach (2009–2022)
• Esentai Fit+Spa (Kazakhstan): MMA & Boxing Coach (2022–2023)

Coach Rauf is dedicated to building champions—inside and outside the cage. Whether you want to fight, train, or simply challenge yourself, his class is where it starts.