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Rafael Cordeiro

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Rafael Cordeiro is the head coach of Kings MMA and a legendary martial arts trainer. A former Muay Thai champion in Brazil, he was a key coach at Chute Boxe during its golden era. He has trained Mike Tyson, Anderson Silva, Wanderlei Silva, Shogun Rua, Fabricio Werdum, and Rafael dos Anjos, and is a multi-time MMA Coach of the Year.

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Achievements & Coaching

Major Titles
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  • MMA Coach of the Year (2012, 2015)
  • Founder of Kings MMA
  • Multiple "Coach of the Year" awards
  • Coach to UFC Champions (e.g., Werdum, RDA, Henderson)
  • Founder and Head Coach of Kings MMA
  • Head Coach of legendary Chute Boxe academy
  • Trainer of Mike Tyson, Anderson Silva, and Shogun Rua

Videos

Fundamentals

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Basic movements instructional

Basic movements instructional

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Concepts & Strategy

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The Knee Work On These 3 Defense Movements by Rafael Cordeiro

The Knee Work On These 3 Defense Movements by Rafael Cordeiro

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Clinch Fighting

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Jab Knee Clinch Entry with Knee by Rafael Cordeiro

Jab Knee Clinch Entry with Knee by Rafael Cordeiro

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Breaking Clinch Foot on Hip by Rafael Cordeiro

Breaking Clinch Foot on Hip by Rafael Cordeiro

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Striking

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Jab Knee Clinch Entry with Knee by Rafael Cordeiro

Jab Knee Clinch Entry with Knee by Rafael Cordeiro

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Master Cordeiro with the Kings MMA Death Touch: High Flying Brazilian Muay Thai

Master Cordeiro with the Kings MMA Death Touch: High Flying Brazilian Muay Thai

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Boxing Foot Work Foundations by Rafael Cordeiro

Boxing Foot Work Foundations by Rafael Cordeiro

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Breaking Clinch Foot on Hip by Rafael Cordeiro

Breaking Clinch Foot on Hip by Rafael Cordeiro

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Jab Defend Hook to Counter Side Elbow by Rafael Cordeiro

Jab Defend Hook to Counter Side Elbow by Rafael Cordeiro

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How To Control The Distance by Rafael Cordeiro

How To Control The Distance by Rafael Cordeiro

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