COACH LEAH

My name is Leah Dang, and I have been training at Konga Fitness in kickboxing and Muay Thai for over two years. Throughout my time at Konga, I have developed my skills not only as a martial artist but also as a coach and mentor. I have been actively competing in kickboxing for approximately two years, which has given me valuable experience both inside and outside of the ring. While gaining experience as a fighter, I also began assisting in running classes at Konga and eventually took on the role of coaching the women’s classes. In my classes, my goal is to create an environment where women feel confident, supported, and empowered to challenge themselves. I believe that martial arts can help people discover strengths they did not know they had, both physically and mentally. As a coach, I focus on helping each person develop at their own pace while encouraging them to step outside of their comfort zone. I want every woman who walks into my class to leave feeling stronger, more confident, and proud of what they are capable of accomplishing.

While I am continuing to build my experience and knowledge as a coach, one of my greatest accomplishments has been seeing the growth of the students I have worked with. I have made it a priority to build up every person who has joined my class and help them recognize their individual strengths and potential. I coach and corner fighters at Konga exhibition events, giving me hands-on experience supporting athletes both in training and during competition. Through my classes, I have helped develop several students into fighters and supported them as they took the next step in their martial arts journey. What makes me a strong coach is that I am still actively competing and training myself, so I understand firsthand the challenges, nerves, setbacks, and discipline that come with being a fighter. I train alongside my students and want them to see that I am still learning and growing just as they are. I believe this gives me a unique perspective and allows me to relate to my students on a deeper level. I am also continuing to expand my knowledge by learning other disciplines, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, so that I can continue developing as a well-rounded martial artist and coach. Most importantly, I want my students to know that I genuinely believe in them and will always push them to become stronger, more confident, and more capable than they thought they could be.