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Lakshman’s journey into martial arts began as a response to a real challenge. At 11 years old, after experiencing bullying, he started training seriously so he could learn how to defend himself. His father, a third-degree black belt in Karate, became his first instructor. As Lakshman built confidence and a sense of safety, he didn’t stop there but kept training.
The world of martial arts completely captivated him. From full-contact Karate to kickboxing and MMA competitions, Lakshman never stayed in one discipline for long. He continued to train, compete, and sharpen his skills. Today, he brings this vast experience to every Muay Thai class he teaches in Toronto. And he is happy to share his knowledge with those trying Muay Thai for the first time, as well as those looking to improve their skills.
Lakshman built a full career around martial arts. After years of training in karate, kickboxing, and MMA, he became a coach at just 17 years old. While most people his age were still figuring out what they wanted to do, Lakshman was already teaching others how to fight and, more importantly, how to carry themselves with confidence and discipline.
His competitive record speaks for itself: 6 wins and 1 loss as an amateur MMA fighter, earned through the very disciplines he now teaches in his Muay Thai classes in Toronto.
But what is most impressive is what he has built in his homeland. Lakshman opened his own gym in Trinidad and continues to return there every year to work with youth in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports.
As a Karate black belt, Lakshman brings something to his Muay Thai classes in Toronto that other coaches can’t: distance management and timing combined with precision.
His classes aren’t just about throwing combinations in the hope that something will land. They’re about composure. Staying calm when things get uncomfortable. Reading distance correctly. Moving with intention. It’s a hybrid approach that works well regardless of whether a student practices Muay Thai for fitness, self-defense, or competition.
He often tells students during class: “If you understand why you’re doing this, you’ll do it right when it matters.” That mindset is exactly what makes his coaching style such a strong fit for modern striking and MMA.