--- title: "About Us" description: "About DENIS KELLY HEAD COACH BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU / MMA Coach Denis is the  head BJJ/MMA coach atDKMMA & holds a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.  He has been training in Martial Arts since the early 1990’s and has been coaching Brazilian jiu jitsu & MMA for over20 years . Denis is one of the most experienced Brazilian jiu jitsu & MMA coaches in Australia. He holds Black Belts in BJJ, Judo, Karate & Kickboxing and won the  MMA state title in his retirement fight. He has produced mutiple BJJ and MMA state, and national champions. Qualifications 30 years of Martial Arts Experience Brazilian jiu-jitsu Black Belt 16 Professional MMA Fights Including fighting in the UK, Italy, Australia & New Zealand. Holds Black Belts in several styles of martial arts including BJJ, Judo Kickboxing & Karate. Extensive competition background including MMA, Brazilian jiu jitsu , Judo, Wrestling & Muay Thai. Certified Sports Coaching and Strength & Conditioning Association Level 1 Coach Has coached several Australian and international MMA champions Has trained all across the world including USA, Brazil, Japan, Thailand & Europe Sonny Igusti – BJJ Black Belt Coach Sonny is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt with over 10 years of experience training in Australia and Japan. Sonny has a background in teaching and is a patient and enthusiastic coach. He is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive learning environment for students of all ages and skill levels. His classes focus on developing a strong understanding of fundamental techniques and strategies for BJJ. Whether your goals are self-defence, competition, or just a new hobby. Sonny is passionate about helping students achieve their goals. Quan Dang – BJJ Black Belt Coach – 30+ years martial arts training experience – Has trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Taekwondo, Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martial Arts, Muay Thai – Holds black belts in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Taekwondo – Registered Physiotherapist since 2000 – ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach" url: "https://dkmma.com.au/about-us/" date_modified: "2025-05-25T06:47:25+00:00" --- # About --- --- [Video](https://youtu.be/1tcPxVzGGTk) ![blob-9773023](https://dkmma.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/blob-9773023.png) ## DENIS KELLY HEAD COACH BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU / MMA Coach Denis is the  head BJJ/MMA coach at DKMMA & holds a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.  He has been training in Martial Arts since the early 1990’s and has been coaching Brazilian jiu jitsu & MMA for over 20 years . Denis is one of the most experienced Brazilian jiu jitsu & MMA coaches in Australia. He holds Black Belts in BJJ, Judo, Karate & Kickboxing and won the  MMA state title in his retirement fight. He has produced mutiple BJJ and MMA state, and national champions. --- ## Qualifications - 30 years of Martial Arts Experience - Brazilian jiu-jitsu Black Belt - 16 Professional MMA Fights Including fighting in the UK, Italy, Australia & New Zealand. - Holds Black Belts in several styles of martial arts including BJJ, Judo Kickboxing & Karate. - Extensive competition background including MMA, Brazilian jiu jitsu , Judo, Wrestling & Muay Thai. - Certified Sports Coaching and Strength & Conditioning Association Level 1 Coach - Has coached several Australian and international MMA champions - Has trained all across the world including USA, Brazil, Japan, Thailand & Europe --- [Video](https://youtu.be/fqSy92rH3iI) ![dsc_4084](https://dkmma.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/dsc_4084.jpg) ## Sonny Igusti - BJJ Black Belt Coach Sonny is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt with over 10 years of experience training in Australia and Japan. Sonny has a background in teaching and is a patient and enthusiastic coach. He is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive learning environment for students of all ages and skill levels. His classes focus on developing a strong understanding of fundamental techniques and strategies for BJJ. Whether your goals are self-defence, competition, or just a new hobby. Sonny is passionate about helping students achieve their goals. --- ## Quan Dang - BJJ Black Belt Coach – 30+ years martial arts training experience – Has trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Taekwondo, Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martial Arts, Muay Thai – Holds black belts in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Taekwondo – Registered Physiotherapist since 2000 – ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach ![www.williamluu.com.au](https://dkmma.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/des3703-3-scaled.jpg)