![]() | Nick Franzen - Instructor: Boxing, Kickboxing Nick has over 8 years of experience as a Karate instructor and Sensei and has competed throughout the DC Metro area in over 20 Karate tournaments and Judo shihais. He holds Black Belts in both Tang Soo Do and Okinawan Shorin Ryu, and has a Brown Belt in Nippon Kenpo Karate-Do. He also holds Blue Belts in Judo and traditional Okinawan Kobudo weapons. Nick is available for Private Training by appointment only. |
![]() | Ellen Labgold - Instructor: Kickboxing
Ellen is a second degree Black Belt, earning both her degrees from World Champion Kickboxer and legend, Jeff Smith. She has spent over 10 years studying, teaching, and competing in the sport and has won several local and national tournaments. Ellen is also a Certified Personal Trainer and Reiki practitioner. She is available for Personal Training by appointment only. |
| Elvis Medrano - Instructor: Boxing
Elvis Medrano is currently the reigning USA Amatuer Boxing State and Regional Champion at 132 lbs open class (ranked No. 10 in the Nation), as well as the 2009 Golden Gloves DC/MD State Champion! He has competed in Boxing tournaments all over the DC Metro area, winning the Terry Cutchins 125 lb belt in DC, The Texas Honorary belt, and was awarded "Best in Show" at the Alexandria Boxing Club. Elvis is a non-stop, "in-your-face" type fighter, which translates well into his high octane, spirited boxing classes. When he is not instructing, you will find Elvis in the ring sparring and tutoring club members while training for an upcoming bout. If you seriously want to get in shape, then Elvis is your man! Elvis is available for Private Training by appointment only. |
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| Naser Islam - Instructor: Boxing and Kickboxing
Naser is a 4th Degree Blackbelt in Taekwondo courtesy of Grandmaster HK Lee in Herndon, VA and has 8 years of professional experience as an instructor. Naser started his training with Tang Soo Do Moo Duk Kwan in Columbus, OH in 1993 and has expertise in all aspects of martial arts, including Karate, Hapkido, Jiu Jitsu, Boxing, Kickboxing, and weapons. He was selected to represent the US on a competition team to Spain and Korea and has won tournaments at the state and national level. Naser is especially gifted as an instructor and his passion for teaching can be seen in his high energy classes that are fun for all ages! He is an expert technician and will make sure you learn all the techniques correctly while meeting and exceeding your fitness goals. Naser is available for Private Training through appointment only. |
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| Adam Levy - Instructor: MMA, Kickboxing Adam has over 4 years of experience in MMA competition. Throughout his career, he has earned a record of 4-1 in MMA, 3-0 in Muay Tai, 3-1 in Brazilian Jui-Jitsu. He has incredible knowledge in all aspects of MMA and has competed across the East coast from New Jersey and Pennsylvania, to VA and the DC area. Adam is available for private training by appointment only. | |
![]() | Seth Billups - Instructor: Boxing
Seth is one of the hottest young amateur boxers in the tri-state area. He currently is undefeated 13-0 and holds the DC/MD 132 lbs. novice 2009 Golden Gloves title. Seth is a technically and fundamentally sound boxer with a fighting style that is beautiful to watch. His clean technique and up-tempo classes make him very popular with his students and classes fill up fast! Seth is also available for private training by appointment only. |
![]() | Robert Adams - Sales Associate Robert Adams currently attends Liberty University where he is majoring in Sports Management with a concentration in human health. He is a strong proponent of overall wellness and believes that maintaining a healthy diet is as important as physical exercise. At LA Boxing Robert lifts weights and takes classes as part of his fitness regimen. He loves that the classes are a phenomenal core, muscle, and cardio workout. Robert wants anyone interested to know that being in the best shape of your life starts at LA Boxing! |
![]() | Shaun Laranjeira - Sales Associate Shaun Laranjeira graduated from Stone Bridge High school in 2009. He is a health enthusiast and is currently working on his personal training certification. Shaun recognizes that LA Boxing is a vital part of his work out and recommends it to anyone who wants to be happy, healthy, and in shape. |
![]() | Justin Kavanaugh - General Manager Justin Kavanaugh hails from Miami, Florida and we are proud to welcome him to the LA Boxing team. From a young age, Justin began learning the ropes from his father and as he likes to say "grew up the trenches." Justin is an elite athlete with such credentials as being an All-American football player and also being a member of the U.S. National Wrestling team. After suffering an injury that ended his college football career, Justin turned his sights to coaching. He is a successful coach that has developed many strength and conditioning programs and also pioneered a quarter million dollar personal training program. Justin holds several certifications including being an ISSA personal trainer, kettlebell certified, SCENAR and Systemic Interactive Healing ABC, and is a Nike Sparq Certified speed coach. He has trained over 100 division one college athletes as well as NFL, MLB, NBA, and olympic athletes. He is available for personal training sessions, nutritional coaching, and motivational speaking engagements. In his spare time he currently trains and fights submissions grappling and BJJ. If you have any questions, pease feel free to contact Justin. |