# AJJ - Kings MMA > Ringwood East, Australia ## Overview **Name:** AJJ - Kings MMA **Description:** Kings MMA is a premier mixed martial arts gym in Ringwood East, Victoria, founded in 2015 by professional fighter and coach Hoshi Friedrich. The gym was established with a vision of creating well-rounded athletes skilled in all elements of MMA, offering comprehensive training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts. The gym's philosophy focuses on skill development over fitness, with the belief that conditioning is a natural side effect of proper training. Kings MMA provides a quality-over-quantity training environment that is welcoming to both beginners and experienced fighters. The team emphasizes building connections, confidence, and helping members exceed their own expectations through dedicated coaching and a supportive community atmosphere. Head coach Hoshi Friedrich brings over 10 years of professional fighting experience to his teaching. A lifelong martial artist who started Karate at age three, Hoshi earned his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt from Professor Thiago Stefanutti at Onya Academia in São Paulo, Brazil. He also holds a black belt in Karate (Go Hean Ju Ryu, Shotokan) and is a registered professional trainer, matchmaker, and promoter with the Boxing and Combat Sports Board Victoria. Coach Amy Friedrich, an active competitor since 2014, brings extensive competition experience including Pan Pacific and Australian championship titles, along with her qualifications in health and fitness training. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 380 Canterbury Rd, Ringwood East VIC 3135 Ringwood East 3135, Australia **Email:** info@kings-mma.com **Website:** https://www.kings-mma.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingsmma_/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kingsmmaringwood/ ## Pricing ## Instructors ### Hoshi Friedrich - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** A lifelong practitioner of martial arts who began Karate at age three under his father Stephan. Hoshi made his professional MMA fighting debut at 19 and has traveled the world over 10 years of professional competition. He holds a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from Thiago Stefanutti (Onya Academia, Brazil) and a Black Belt in Karate (Go Hean Ju Ryu, Shotokan). As a registered professional trainer, matchmaker, and promoter with the Boxing and Combat Sports Board Victoria, Hoshi has trained multiple students from complete beginners to active fighters. ### Amy Friedrich **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** An active competitor in Jiu Jitsu and MMA since 2014, Amy has traveled the world pursuing the highest level of competition. With national accolades at every major Australian event, she has competed at IBJJF World Championships internationally. Her friendly nature and deep knowledge of Jiu Jitsu supports fast development in her athletes. ### Talgat Ilyasov **Role:** Instructor ## Programs ### Brazilian Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu Jitsu martial art and combat sport based on grappling, ground fighting, and submission holds. The Kings jiu jitsu program (available 6 days a week) is taught by head coach Hoshi Friedrich, who earned his black belt from Professor Thiago Stefanutti in São Paulo, Brazil. **Classes:** ### No-Gi Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission grappling competitions. **Classes:** ### Thai Kickboxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Thai Kickboxing is the most effective striking martial art, teaching techniques required for success in MMA. High energy sessions delivered 6 days a week focusing on skill development over fitness, creating well-conditioned and fit athletes with a modern striking style. **Classes:** ### MMA Fight Team **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Advanced training for students who have developed fundamental skills in both striking and jiu jitsu. Daily fighter training at 5:30pm developing wrestling, cage craft, fighter IQ and refining skills for competition. Comprehensive program with network of fight promotions to support competitive athletes. **Classes:** ### Freestyle Wrestling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Freestyle wrestling training taught by Talgat Ilyasov, focusing on takedowns, control, and ground positioning. **Classes:** ### Women's Only Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Dedicated training sessions for women in a supportive and comfortable environment. **Classes:** ### Kids Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Jiu Jitsu program for kids ages 5 and up, instilling discipline, confidence, responsibility and positive values. Operating four days a week with age-appropriate groups (5-8 and 9-14). Younger groups focus on coordination, skills, and fitness through games and drills. Older groups receive detailed technical instruction and live wrestling practice. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/australia/ringwood-east/ajj-kings-mma)