Blue Lion is coached by a team with international experience, real fight records, and a shared commitment to the craft. Every coach on this page has earned their place on the floor.
ASH SINGH
Owner and Head Coach
The name is not marketing. Ashneil Singh translates directly to
"Blue Lion."
Ash has spent over a decade in Muay Thai — 40+ competitive fights, five international medals, and three international coaching assignments representing Team USA.
His fight résumé includes competition at Max Muay Thai and inside Lumpinee Stadium, the sport's most storied ring.
He holds credentials as a WBC Trainer, Pan American Team Coach, and Team USA coach, and brings championship-caliber experience to every class he teaches — from Little Lions through Fight Team.
Ash founded Blue Lion to build a home for real Muay Thai in California: a room where recreational students, dedicated practitioners, and international-level fighters all train together under one standard.
He leads Blue Lion's coaching, curriculum, and fight team direction personally.
Credential badge line:
WBC Trainer · Team USA Coach · Pan American Team Coach · Lumpinee Stadium Veteran
BRANDON MURIO
Fight Team Coach & Brand Director
Brandon brings extensive international Muay Thai experience to Blue Lion, including two coaching assignments with Team USA.
He works alongside Ash on the fight team, contributing to fighter development and preparation, and leads Blue Lion's brand direction and pro shop.
Credential badge line:
Team USA Coach ×2
CHRIS WOOD
Director of Operations & Head Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Chris has been coaching athletes across a variety of sports since he was 18 years old — starting with basketball and building through high-level youth football — bringing over a decade of athletic development experience to Blue Lion.
As Head S&C coach, he programs the strength, conditioning, and recovery work that supports the fight team and general membership alike, building the durability and power that real Muay Thai demands.
As Director of Operations, he keeps Blue Lion running end-to-end so the coaching staff can focus on the floor.
Credential badge line:
10+ years multi-sport coaching · Head S&C
JOSE PALACIOS
Jose is an instructor with a professional fighter background, bringing real competition experience into his coaching. He helps students understand the details, discipline, and mindset needed to improve in Muay Thai.
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DAVID MANGAHAS
Instructor
David started training Muay Thai at 16 to stay away from the wrong crowd — and found in the sport a discipline, a community, and a direction that shaped his life.
He now brings that same commitment to Blue Lion's youngest students, primarily instructing Little Lions and beginner youth classes.
Parents trust him with their kids because he remembers what it felt like to be one who needed the sport.
MATT AGAGON
Instructor
Matt has trained Muay Thai for five years and is one of the original coaches developed under Ash's direct mentorship.
He instructs five days per week at Blue Lion, primarily working with intermediate and advanced students — the ones ready to sharpen technique, tighten defense, and take their training to the next level.
RYAN MURIO
Ryon is an assistant instructor with international fight experience, giving students direct insight from someone who has competed at a high level. He helps support classes with a strong understanding of technique, timing, and fight preparation.
ROBERT DAVIS
Robert is an assistant instructor who helps support the coaching staff and maintain the structure of the training floor. His role helps keep classes organized, safe, and aligned with the Blue Lion standard.