Michael Witcher serves as the Head Coach for the Aikido and Self-Defense programs at Modern Gladiator Fight Training Academy. With a strong foundation in both traditional martial arts and modern combat training, Coach Witcher is known for his focus on real-world application, personal discipline, and practical skill development.
In addition to his work at Modern Gladiator, he runs Witcher Combat Systems, a program offering personal training in both fitness and martial arts for individuals and small groups.
Coach Witcher offers private instruction through Witcher Combat Systems, blending traditional techniques with cutting-edge approaches to personal defense and fitness. His diverse training background includes:
- Reality-Based Self-Defense
- Weaponry and Gun Safety
- Fitness and Conditioning
- Aikido
- Kali (Filipino Martial Arts)
- Boxing
- Combat Sambo
- Catch-as-Catch-Can Wrestling
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Kickboxing
Coach Witcher’s training emphasizes situational awareness, control under pressure, and adaptive techniques. His Sambo Combatives instruction focuses on takedowns, positional dominance, and submission mechanics, tailored for both self-defense and grappling sport settings.
Coaching Philosophy
Michael believes that martial arts are not only about technique but also about mindset. He helps students build confidence, improve body mechanics, and develop the calm decisiveness needed in high-stress encounters.
