The full story of
ELITE LEVEL MMA
Elite Level Mixed Martial Arts, located at Rue Rothschild 22 in Geneva, is more than a gym — it’s a community built for serious training, growth, and performance. Since its founding by Elliot, our facility has welcomed everyone from beginners to competitive fighters. Our coaches not only train fighters, but invest in each student’s technical skills, discipline, and confidence. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, or competition, at Elite Level MMA you’ll train in MMA, BJJ, striking, and more — in an environment known for high energy, expert coaching, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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OUR VALUES
DETERMINATION
In Mixed Martial Arts determination is a key element for every fighter, amateur or pro, in order to progress through their fitness journey and as an individual.
RESPECT
Every member is expected to respect the trainers, team members, center and equipment.
DISCIPLINE
Discipline is an essential foundation in any sport but also instrumental to succeeding in other areas in your everyday life.
ELITE
LEVEL
COACHES
At Elite Level MMA, our coaching team combines real fight experience with a passion for developing the next generation of martial artists. From active competitors to seasoned professionals, each coach brings a unique background and skill set to the gym floor.
HEAD COACH & OWNER
COACH ELLIOT
Elliot began his martial arts journey as a child with Judo, later developing a passion for striking through Boxing in his teens. At just 15 years old, he joined the renowned Straight Blast Gym in Dublin under coach John Kavanagh, where his love for Mixed Martial Arts truly took shape.
After years of competing in MMA, Kickboxing, and Grappling across Europe, Elliot transitioned to coaching and officiating in 2017. In 2021, he founded Elite Level MMA in Geneva, with a mission to build a world-class training environment that develops disciplined, skilled, and passionate martial artists.
HEAD COACH
COACH SAM
COACH SAM
Sam started his martial arts journey in the famous Straight Blast Gym in Dublin, Ireland, over 10years ago. He has spent most of his career under the tutelage of John Kavanagh and has trained alongside multiple world champions in MMA, including the Notorious Conor Mcgregor. He has competed in MMA as a professional and as an amateur in Boxing, Kickboxing and BJJ. He is now focused on coaching and helping to develop future champions right here at Elite Level MMA. He is also the manager of the gym
COACH JULIEN
Undefeated as an amateur with a 5-0 record and 4 KO/TKO victories, Julien is a BJJ blue belt with a strong passion for both MMA and Kickboxing. His energy and precision make him a valuable part of the Elite Level MMA coaching team.
COACH SEAN
A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who began training in 2014 and received his black belt in 2024 under renowned coach Darragh O’Conaill. With ten years on the mats, he brings deep technical knowledge and a calm, detail-focused teaching style.
COACH VIVIEN
An active amateur with a 9–4 record (8 submissions, 1 TKO), Vivien is a BJJ blue belt and multi-time gold medalist. Working toward turning professional, he assists classes, sharing competitive experience and strong grappling knowledge with the team.