Our Story
SACA began humbly in a small home gym, where a tight knit group of dedicated athletes came together with nothing but passion, discipline and a true love for the craft. What started as tight-knit crew quickly grew into a family. One built on hard work, respect and empowerment.
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As our vison expanded, so did our academy and our training moved into community halls across Papakura. The team also grew - boxers, kickboxers, beginners and experienced fighters all came under one roof, united by the drive to become better every day.
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With growth came a bigger mission: We set out to become South Auckland's leading fight gym. A place where skill, culture and community come first. With that growth came our new dedicated commercial training facility.
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Even with our evolution, one thing has never changed:
The tight, friendly and empowering environment that defined our early days.
That spirit still guides us today - every class, every fight, every moment on the mats.
Coach Shikhar
With over 15 years of martial arts experience, Shikhar brings a deep understanding of combat sports and a disciplined, technical approach to coaching.
Beginning his journey in Shotokan Karate, he trained from a young age and went onto earn his black belt. He then continued his journey training and competing in kickboxing & MMA, building the strong foundations that now shape his coaching style today.
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Undefeated in kickboxing, he has trained alongside and learned from some of the most respected fighters in New Zealand and internationally, shaping a coaching philosophy grounded in high standards, attention to detail and real-world experience.
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Known for his precision pad work, strategic fight development and ability to bring out the best in every athlete, Shikhar is dedicated to helping individuals grow whether they're training to step into the ring or to build skill, conditioning and confidence.