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Coach/Pro Fighter Spencer has been involved in Martial Arts over half of his life, and has been competing since the age of 16. He carries two degrees in foreign languages, with a focus on Japanese. He’s trained under Kru Alberto Ramírez in Tacoma, WA, and Coaches Elton Wells and Jason Webster in Austin, TX. Spencer has competed in MMA, Jiu Jitsu, and Muay Thai, and has dedicated his competition in recent years exclusively to Muay Thai, with accolades held in the United States and Japan. His approach is fun, relaxed, and his classes are favorites among regular students.

Danny has been a Muay Thai enthusiast for over ten years with a deep passion for teaching and sharing the art of Muay Thai. Danny’s love for Muay Thai and his commitment to imparting its techniques and values to others make him a very personable Coach. His approach to training in Muay Thai is grounded in fostering a sense of community, self-improvement, empowerment and hard work.
Danny - “I believe that Muay Thai is not just about competition, but a pathway to personal growth and well-being. Never stop learning. Smile. Do Muay Thai.”

Cody has been fascinated with and involved in combat sports for close to two decades. He holds multiple state championships in Greco Roman and Freestyle Wrestling in addition to competing nationally. In 2008 he started training in Mixed Martial Arts with the goal of getting back to competition. By 2009 he made his Pro debut. After competing in MMA all over his home state of Minnesota and the Midwest regional circuit he decided to focus his training on Muay Thai. Cody has a technical, intelligent, pressure forward fighting style and is very approachable in his coaching style.

Relocating to Austin, Texas in 2021, Cody works in Corporate Security and Access Control. He is also avid foodie and home chef.

Crystal began her martial arts journey around the age of 8 years old, practicing Karate, Jiu Jitsu and MMA as a teen. Her love for Muay Thai grew in New England where she trained under Jake Mainini at Hard Knocks Boston. She trained closely with high level athletes that looked to not only build grit and community but to grow the art of Muay Thai.

In 2024, she made her way to Austin, TX where she found TOGTBC. This gym gave her the good vibes and knowledge necessary to succeed with her training and as an active fighter in the ring. Crystal holds division Championship Belts in both the 2025 Spring USMTO and 2025 TBA Classic Tournaments.

Her approach is to create a fun and welcoming environment in order to build confidence and to provide a second home with others looking to improve their Muay Thai.

Rachel started kickboxing in 2017, trying out different martial arts, but Muay Thai was always the one that clicked. In 2022, she found her way to The Old Guard and got hooked right away. After a consistent few months of intentional training, she realized she had the grit and determination to compete, so she set her sights on fighting. With the support of the Old Guard community and Coaches, she stepped up to compete at the amateur level. Rachel holds the 2025 USMTO Spring Tournament Championship Belt in her division.

Rachel's coaching style is all about pushing people to their limits, while keeping it fun. She wants you to leave class sweaty, exhausted, but with a big smile on your face, feeling proud of what you’ve accomplished.



Jarrod has competed all over the world as a professional Parkour and World Chase Tag athlete with 13 years of experience. A hard working athlete at the highest competitive levels, Jarrod has seamlessly transitioned to Muay Thai at The Old Guard, stacking experience in training, fighting, and coaching.

With two years of dedicated training, Jarrod has competed at national events like the USMTO and TBA tournaments, with a 5-1 record as an amateur. Alongside his athletic pursuits, he has been coaching parkour and gymnastics for over 10 years. Jarrod’s coaching style is fun and engaging, yet technical, with a focus on breaking down complex technique into simple steps. He continues to inspire and train the next generation of athletes working toward their goals.

Nick has been training Muay Thai since 2020, spanning multiple cities and gyms with strong programs and training traditions that he brings to the Club every day. After competing locally in San Antonio for years, Nick found his way back to The Old Guard, his home gym, in May of 2025. Since then he has competed nationally in the TBA Classic and USMTO tournaments, and earned his first ring victory in his hometown of Austin in March of 2026.

Nick approaches training with a consistent spotlight on strong fundamentals: technique, power, ring IQ, and cardio. He loves the Old Guard community deeply and seeks to help foster the growth of all new members through discipline and supporting a safe environment for anyone who wants to become the best version of themselves.

Tyler began his martial arts journey through MMA and Kickboxing, building a competitive career that spans more than 20 amateur and professional contests. Throughout his career, he remained undefeated in both amateur and professional divisions, developing a strong foundation in striking, fight IQ, and disciplined training.

Over the years, Tyler trained alongside athletes from a variety of combat sports backgrounds, gaining experience from different coaching styles and systems while refining his own approach to martial arts. In 2026, he made the move to Austin, TX and found a new home at TOGTBC, bringing his diverse style to the Muay Thai community.

Tyler’s coaching philosophy focuses on creating a positive and challenging environment where athletes can develop both technically and mentally. He is passionate about helping fighters refine their skills for competition and has helped guide multiple athletes to championship victories and opportunities with major promotions, including the UFC, while helping students of all levels reach their goals through martial arts.

Alex started training Muay Thai in 2023 and quickly found a passion for the sport through the challenge of learning, competing, and being part of a strong team environment. Since joining The Old Guard in 2024, he has stepped into competition at both USMTO and Coalition, continuing to build experience and develop his skills in and out of the ring.

Alex enjoys helping others grow in their training and believes Muay Thai is a great way to build confidence, discipline, and lasting friendships through hard work and consistency.

When he's not at the gym, Alex can be found hanging out with his dog Sur, camping, and thinking of ways to rage bait Coach Dave.