Danny Fung

Coach Danny Fung

Founder • Head Instructor • Kru Yai • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Second Degree Black Belt

“A good Coach can change the game. A great Coach can change a life.”

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A Leader in Canadian Martial Arts

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Coach Danny Fung is the founder and Head Instructor of Experience MMA and one of the most accomplished martial arts coaches in Canada. With over 40 years of training and more than 30 years of teaching experience, Coach Danny has dedicated his life to the pursuit of excellence in martial arts — and to developing strong, capable people through disciplined training. Holding black belts and high-level certifications across multiple disciplines — including Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Pancrase MMA — Coach Danny is widely respected for both his technical mastery and his ability to develop students at every level, from complete beginners to elite competitors.

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His mission is simple and unwavering: Build skill. Build strength. Build better people.

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Credentials & Lineage

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Muay Thai:

• Certified Kru at age 21 by the World Muay Thai Council under Ajahn Suchart Yodkerepauprai

• Promoted to Kru Yai (Assistant Master) — 2013

• Named Top 10 Best Kru in the World — Sports Authority of Thailand & Nai Khanom Tom Association (2019)

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ):

• 2nd-degree black belt under Masters Romero “Jacaré” Cavalcanti and Fabio Gurgel (Alliance BJJ)

• Trained extensively with world-class athletes and coaches including Lucas Lepri, Pablo Popovitch, and many others

Pancrase MMA:

• 1st-degree black belt Instructor Certification from Japan

• Ranked by MMA legends Bas Rutten and Masami Ozaki

Additional Disciplines:

• Black belt in Kyokushin Karate

• Instructor in Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Kali

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Coaching Built for Real Results

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Coach Danny’s classes are structured, high-energy, and purpose-driven. His coaching philosophy blends time-tested traditional techniques with modern training methods to develop real skill, functional fitness, and confidence under pressure. 

 

Whether coaching recreational students or competitive athletes, his curriculum is designed to be progressive, safe, and effective, allowing students to improve consistently while staying motivated and injury-free.

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He is also a certified fitness trainer and nutritionist, supporting students and fighters in achieving peak performance — physically, mentally, and emotionally. Over the years, Coach Danny has coached dozens of amateur and professional fighters, guiding them through training camps, competition preparation, and long-term development.

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Legendary Training Connections

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Throughout his career, Coach Danny has trained alongside and learned from some of the most respected figures in martial arts and MMA, including:

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Pat Miletich • Matt Hughes • Jens Pulver • Robbie Lawler • Rob Kaman • Dan Inosanto • Erik Paulson • Marcus Soares • Frank Shamrock • Pablo Popovitch, and many more.

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These experiences continue to shape his coaching approach — grounded in realism, efficiency, and respect for martial arts.

 

What Sets Coach Danny Apart

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• Clear, structured progression — Students always know what to work on next

• Strong fundamentals first — Discipline, control, and technical precision

• High-energy, positive coaching — Encouragement that builds confidence

• Hands-on mentorship — Personalized feedback and accountability

• A culture of respect and humility — On and off the mats

 

Coach Danny leads by example, training alongside students and modeling consistency, resilience, and lifelong growth.

 

More Than a Coach

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Beyond the academy, Danny is a devoted husband and father. He trains daily with his wife Julie and their son Alex “The Prodigy” Fung, assistant instructor and one of Canada’s top young martial artists.

 

Experience MMA is not just his academy — it’s his family’s legacy.

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Private & Semi-Private Coaching

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Coach Danny offers private and semi-private instruction in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, tailored to:

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• Accelerated technical progression

• Belt exam and short exam preparation

• Competition development

 

Why Train with Coach Danny?

 

• Learn from an internationally respected instructor

• Train in a professional, empowering environment

• Be guided by a coach who is deeply invested in your success

A leader who inspires growth, discipline, and excellence — on and off the mats.

Welcome to Experience MMA.

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