Nate started wrestling in high school, but it was boxing in his 20s that made him fall in love with striking. Sparring quickly became his favorite part of training, and Muay Thai offered exactly what he wanted — aka: plenty of opportunities to spar at a pace that felt right for him.

His high school coach played a big role in shaping his work ethic, teaching him early on that you get out what you put in. Over time, Nate learned that consistency is one of the most important parts of martial arts. Showing up, putting in the time, and trusting your coach and teammates leads to steady, meaningful progress.

As a coach, Nate is patient, supportive, and especially great with beginners. Kicks were completely foreign to him when he started, so he understands what it’s like to learn something totally new. His classes are conditioning-focused and self-paced, giving new students a chance to build confidence, get a solid workout, and ease into striking without pressure.

Outside the gym, Nate enjoys running and spending time outdoors with his dog.