About Us

About Us

About Team Mana

About Team Mana

At TMMT, we believe Muay Thai is more than just a sport—it’s a tool for self-improvement, confidence, and resilience. Whether you train for competition, fitness, or personal growth, we provide high-level coaching in a positive and challenging environment.

At TMMT, we believe Muay Thai is more than just a sport—it’s a tool for self-improvement, confidence, and resilience. Whether you train for competition, fitness, or personal growth, we provide high-level coaching in a positive and challenging environment.

At TMMT, we believe Muay Thai is more than just a sport—it’s a tool for self-improvement, confidence, and resilience. Whether you train for competition, fitness, or personal growth, we provide high-level coaching in a positive and challenging environment.

Mission

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Our Mission

Our Mission

At TMMT – Team Mana Muay Thai, we believe Muay Thai is for everyone—not just fighters. While competition is a core part of the sport, its true power lies in the confidence, discipline, and resilience it builds. Whether you're a 9-to-5 worker, a parent, or someone passionate about the art, Muay Thai has something to offer you.

We’ve created an inclusive, high-energy environment where everyone trains with the same dedication and care as professional fighters. Whether your goal is fitness, personal growth, or stepping into the ring, our expert coaching and strong community will help you push past your limits.

For those who dream of fighting, we provide the training, mindset, and mentorship to succeed—showing that with dedication and the right guidance, you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

At TMMT, we don’t just teach Muay Thai—we use it to transform lives.

At TMMT – Team Mana Muay Thai, we believe Muay Thai is for everyone—not just fighters. While competition is a core part of the sport, its true power lies in the confidence, discipline, and resilience it builds. Whether you're a 9-to-5 worker, a parent, or someone passionate about the art, Muay Thai has something to offer you.

We’ve created an inclusive, high-energy environment where everyone trains with the same dedication and care as professional fighters. Whether your goal is fitness, personal growth, or stepping into the ring, our expert coaching and strong community will help you push past your limits.

For those who dream of fighting, we provide the training, mindset, and mentorship to succeed—showing that with dedication and the right guidance, you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

At TMMT, we don’t just teach Muay Thai—we use it to transform lives.

At TMMT – Team Mana Muay Thai, we believe Muay Thai is for everyone—not just fighters. While competition is a core part of the sport, its true power lies in the confidence, discipline, and resilience it builds. Whether you're a 9-to-5 worker, a parent, or someone passionate about the art, Muay Thai has something to offer you.

We’ve created an inclusive, high-energy environment where everyone trains with the same dedication and care as professional fighters. Whether your goal is fitness, personal growth, or stepping into the ring, our expert coaching and strong community will help you push past your limits.

For those who dream of fighting, we provide the training, mindset, and mentorship to succeed—showing that with dedication and the right guidance, you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

At TMMT, we don’t just teach Muay Thai—we use it to transform lives.

Black and white image of Head Coach Algernon Lanier and Coach John Cortes facing each other at Team Mana Muay Thai, representing mentorship, respect, and shared mission.
Black and white image of Head Coach Algernon Lanier and Coach John Cortes facing each other at Team Mana Muay Thai, representing mentorship, respect, and shared mission.
Black and white image of Head Coach Algernon Lanier and Coach John Cortes facing each other at Team Mana Muay Thai, representing mentorship, respect, and shared mission.
Muay Thai fighters training on heavy bags at Team Mana Muay Thai, with Head Coach Algernon Lanier seen in the background coaching two students—capturing a hands-on, student-focused training approach.
Muay Thai fighters training on heavy bags at Team Mana Muay Thai, with Head Coach Algernon Lanier seen in the background coaching two students—capturing a hands-on, student-focused training approach.
Muay Thai fighters training on heavy bags at Team Mana Muay Thai, with Head Coach Algernon Lanier seen in the background coaching two students—capturing a hands-on, student-focused training approach.

Approach

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Our Approach

Our Approach

We take a holistic approach to Muay Thai, adapting training to your goals—whether you’re here for fitness, self-defense, or competition.

High-Level Coaching – Learn from experienced trainers dedicated to your progress.

Personalized Training – Improve technique, build strength, and sharpen skills at your own pace.

Inclusive Community – From beginners to pros, everyone trains together, growing as one.

Mental & Physical Growth – Develop resilience, discipline, and self-confidence through every session.

Whether you're looking to get in shape, relieve stress, or compete, TMMT has the tools, knowledge, and support to help you succeed.

We take a holistic approach to Muay Thai, adapting training to your goals—whether you’re here for fitness, self-defense, or competition.

High-Level Coaching – Learn from experienced trainers dedicated to your progress.

Personalized Training – Improve technique, build strength, and sharpen skills at your own pace.

Inclusive Community – From beginners to pros, everyone trains together, growing as one.

Mental & Physical Growth – Develop resilience, discipline, and self-confidence through every session.

Whether you're looking to get in shape, relieve stress, or compete, TMMT has the tools, knowledge, and support to help you succeed.

We take a holistic approach to Muay Thai, adapting training to your goals—whether you’re here for fitness, self-defense, or competition.

High-Level Coaching – Learn from experienced trainers dedicated to your progress.

Personalized Training – Improve technique, build strength, and sharpen skills at your own pace.

Inclusive Community – From beginners to pros, everyone trains together, growing as one.

Mental & Physical Growth – Develop resilience, discipline, and self-confidence through every session.

Whether you're looking to get in shape, relieve stress, or compete, TMMT has the tools, knowledge, and support to help you succeed.

Values

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Our Values

At TMMT, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes growth, respect, and perseverance. Our values guide everything we do:

At TMMT, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes growth, respect, and perseverance. Our values guide everything we do:

At TMMT, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes growth, respect, and perseverance. Our values guide everything we do:

A row of Buddha statues in Ayutthaya, Thailand—the birthplace of Muay Thai—reflecting the traditional roots honored by Team Mana Muay Thai.

Respect

We honor the traditions of Muay Thai and foster a culture of mutual respect among all students, trainers, and opponents.

We honor the traditions of Muay Thai and foster a culture of mutual respect among all students, trainers, and opponents.

We honor the traditions of Muay Thai and foster a culture of mutual respect among all students, trainers, and opponents.

Discipline

Success in Muay Thai and life comes through consistency, hard work, and mental resilience.

Success in Muay Thai and life comes through consistency, hard work, and mental resilience.

Success in Muay Thai and life comes through consistency, hard work, and mental resilience.

Inclusivity

Whether you're training for competition, fitness, or personal growth, everyone deserves access to high-quality coaching and support.

Whether you're training for competition, fitness, or personal growth, everyone deserves access to high-quality coaching and support.

Whether you're training for competition, fitness, or personal growth, everyone deserves access to high-quality coaching and support.

Community

We believe in building a strong, supportive environment where students motivate and uplift each other.

We believe in building a strong, supportive environment where students motivate and uplift each other.

We believe in building a strong, supportive environment where students motivate and uplift each other.

Growth Mindset

Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and push past limitations physically and mentally.

Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and push past limitations physically and mentally.

Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and push past limitations physically and mentally.

Excellence

We push ourselves and our students to train with purpose, precision, and intensity because how you train is how you fight.

We push ourselves and our students to train with purpose, precision, and intensity because how you train is how you fight.

We push ourselves and our students to train with purpose, precision, and intensity because how you train is how you fight.

Our Coaches

Meet Our Coaches

Meet Our Coaches

At TMMT – Team Mana Muay Thai, our coaches are more than instructors—they are mentors, motivators, and warriors dedicated to your growth.

With deep-rooted experience in Muay Thai and a passion for empowering others, our coaches provide the knowledge, discipline, and support needed to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and push past your limits—whether you're here to fight, train, or transform.

At TMMT – Team Mana Muay Thai, our coaches are more than instructors—they are mentors, motivators, and warriors dedicated to your growth.

With deep-rooted experience in Muay Thai and a passion for empowering others, our coaches provide the knowledge, discipline, and support needed to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and push past your limits—whether you're here to fight, train, or transform.

At TMMT – Team Mana Muay Thai, our coaches are more than instructors—they are mentors, motivators, and warriors dedicated to your growth.

With deep-rooted experience in Muay Thai and a passion for empowering others, our coaches provide the knowledge, discipline, and support needed to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and push past your limits—whether you're here to fight, train, or transform.

Coach Algernon Lanier of Team Mana Muay Thai holding a student’s kick during sparring, demonstrating technique and control in a live training session.
Coach Algernon Lanier of Team Mana Muay Thai holding a student’s kick during sparring, demonstrating technique and control in a live training session.
Coach Algernon Lanier of Team Mana Muay Thai holding a student’s kick during sparring, demonstrating technique and control in a live training session.

Coach Algernon Lanier

Coach Algernon Lanier

Coach Algernon Lanier

Head Coach & Founder

Head Coach & Founder

Head Coach & Founder

Coach Al leads with experience, precision, and passion. With over a decade of Muay Thai training and mentorship under legends like Professor Shawn Williams, he brings world-class instruction and mentorship to every student. Trained in Thailand and known for his deep technical knowledge, Coach Al sets the tone for TMMT's high-level and inclusive culture.

Experience Highlights:

  • 10+ years of martial arts experience

  • Trained in Thailand for authentic Muay Thai technique

  • Mentored by Renzo Gracie Black Belt Shawn Williams

  • 50K+ followers sharing Muay Thai insight online

Coach Al leads with experience, precision, and passion. With over a decade of Muay Thai training and mentorship under legends like Professor Shawn Williams, he brings world-class instruction and mentorship to every student. Trained in Thailand and known for his deep technical knowledge, Coach Al sets the tone for TMMT's high-level and inclusive culture.

Experience Highlights:

  • 10+ years of martial arts experience

  • Trained in Thailand for authentic Muay Thai technique

  • Mentored by Renzo Gracie Black Belt Shawn Williams

  • 50K+ followers sharing Muay Thai insight online

Coach John Cortes of Team Mana Muay Thai guiding a student through Muay Thai sparring technique during a high-energy training session.
Coach John Cortes of Team Mana Muay Thai guiding a student through Muay Thai sparring technique during a high-energy training session.
Coach John Cortes of Team Mana Muay Thai guiding a student through Muay Thai sparring technique during a high-energy training session.

Coach John Cortes

Coach John Cortes

Coach John Cortes

Instructor

Instructor

Instructor

Coach Cortes is the engine of energy and discipline at TMMT. A military veteran and longtime student of Coach Al, he brings structure, motivation, and hands-on coaching to every class. His balance of humor, heart, and hard work creates a training space where students feel empowered and challenged.

Experience Highlights:

  • 5+ years coaching under Coach Al

  • Military veteran with a resilient mindset

  • High-energy coaching with a focus on growth and grit

Coach Cortes is the engine of energy and discipline at TMMT. A military veteran and longtime student of Coach Al, he brings structure, motivation, and hands-on coaching to every class. His balance of humor, heart, and hard work creates a training space where students feel empowered and challenged.

Experience Highlights:

  • 5+ years coaching under Coach Al

  • Military veteran with a resilient mindset

  • High-energy coaching with a focus on growth and grit

Coach Cortes is the engine of energy and discipline at TMMT. A military veteran and longtime student of Coach Al, he brings structure, motivation, and hands-on coaching to every class. His balance of humor, heart, and hard work creates a training space where students feel empowered and challenged.

Experience Highlights:

  • 5+ years coaching under Coach Al

  • Military veteran with a resilient mindset

  • High-energy coaching with a focus on growth and grit

Coach Phoebe Phan holding pads while a student practices Muay Thai kicks at Team Mana Muay Thai near the Arts District in Los Angeles
Coach Phoebe Phan holding pads while a student practices Muay Thai kicks at Team Mana Muay Thai near the Arts District in Los Angeles
Coach Phoebe Phan holding pads while a student practices Muay Thai kicks at Team Mana Muay Thai near the Arts District in Los Angeles

Coach Phoebe Phan

Coach Phoebe Phan

Coach Phoebe Phan

Instructor

Instructor

Instructor

Coach Phoebe brings detailed technique and calm intensity to every class. As a dedicated student-turned-coach under Coach Al, she builds up her students with a strong focus on clean fundamentals, teamwork, and community. She’s all about helping others feel confident, connected, and ready to grow.

Experience Highlights:

  • Mentored directly by Head Coach Al for 3+ years

  • Builds technical skill in a welcoming environment

  • Known for her precise instruction and team-first mindset

Coach Phoebe brings detailed technique and calm intensity to every class. As a dedicated student-turned-coach under Coach Al, she builds up her students with a strong focus on clean fundamentals, teamwork, and community. She’s all about helping others feel confident, connected, and ready to grow.

Experience Highlights:

  • Mentored directly by Head Coach Al for 3+ years

  • Builds technical skill in a welcoming environment

  • Known for her precise instruction and team-first mindset

Coach Phoebe brings detailed technique and calm intensity to every class. As a dedicated student-turned-coach under Coach Al, she builds up her students with a strong focus on clean fundamentals, teamwork, and community. She’s all about helping others feel confident, connected, and ready to grow.

Experience Highlights:

  • Mentored directly by Head Coach Al for 3+ years

  • Builds technical skill in a welcoming environment

  • Known for her precise instruction and team-first mindset

Testimonials

Words From Our Members

Two Muay Thai students sparring with gloves on at Team Mana Muay Thai, representing the dedication, growth, and community praised in member testimonials.
  • David S

    "I’ve trained at a few Muay Thai gyms before, but nothing compares to TMMT. The coaches actually take the time to correct your technique, not just run you through drills. The atmosphere is competitive but welcoming, and I’ve improved more here in a few months than I did in years elsewhere."

  • Jessica M.

    "I came to TMMT just looking for a new workout, and now I can’t imagine my life without Muay Thai. The classes push me in ways I never expected, but the coaches and team make it such a fun and motivating experience. I feel stronger, more confident, and actually look forward to training!"

  • Mark R.

    "I was hesitant to start Muay Thai because I thought I needed to be in shape first, but the coaches at TMMT met me where I was and helped me build my skills and conditioning step by step. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fighter, they make sure you’re always learning and improving."

  • Maria C. Parent of a student.

    "My 10-year-old son has been training at TMMT for six months, and the difference in his confidence and discipline is incredible. The coaches are great with kids—firm but encouraging. He loves coming to class, and I love seeing him learn skills that will help him in all aspects of life."

  • Sarah L.

    "As a woman, I’ve had experiences at other gyms where I felt overlooked or uncomfortable, but not at TMMT. The Women’s Only class gave me the space to learn at my own pace, and now I feel strong and capable training in any class. This gym really supports all of its students."

  • Kevin P.

    "I joined TMMT for the workout, but I stayed for the challenge. The training is next level—whether you want to get in shape, learn self-defense, or even compete, the coaches help you get there. I’ve lost weight, gained muscle, and built confidence all in the process."

  • David S

    "I’ve trained at a few Muay Thai gyms before, but nothing compares to TMMT. The coaches actually take the time to correct your technique, not just run you through drills. The atmosphere is competitive but welcoming, and I’ve improved more here in a few months than I did in years elsewhere."

  • Jessica M.

    "I came to TMMT just looking for a new workout, and now I can’t imagine my life without Muay Thai. The classes push me in ways I never expected, but the coaches and team make it such a fun and motivating experience. I feel stronger, more confident, and actually look forward to training!"

  • Mark R.

    "I was hesitant to start Muay Thai because I thought I needed to be in shape first, but the coaches at TMMT met me where I was and helped me build my skills and conditioning step by step. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fighter, they make sure you’re always learning and improving."

  • Maria C. Parent of a student.

    "My 10-year-old son has been training at TMMT for six months, and the difference in his confidence and discipline is incredible. The coaches are great with kids—firm but encouraging. He loves coming to class, and I love seeing him learn skills that will help him in all aspects of life."

  • Sarah L.

    "As a woman, I’ve had experiences at other gyms where I felt overlooked or uncomfortable, but not at TMMT. The Women’s Only class gave me the space to learn at my own pace, and now I feel strong and capable training in any class. This gym really supports all of its students."

  • Kevin P.

    "I joined TMMT for the workout, but I stayed for the challenge. The training is next level—whether you want to get in shape, learn self-defense, or even compete, the coaches help you get there. I’ve lost weight, gained muscle, and built confidence all in the process."

  • David S

    "I’ve trained at a few Muay Thai gyms before, but nothing compares to TMMT. The coaches actually take the time to correct your technique, not just run you through drills. The atmosphere is competitive but welcoming, and I’ve improved more here in a few months than I did in years elsewhere."

  • Jessica M.

    "I came to TMMT just looking for a new workout, and now I can’t imagine my life without Muay Thai. The classes push me in ways I never expected, but the coaches and team make it such a fun and motivating experience. I feel stronger, more confident, and actually look forward to training!"

  • Mark R.

    "I was hesitant to start Muay Thai because I thought I needed to be in shape first, but the coaches at TMMT met me where I was and helped me build my skills and conditioning step by step. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fighter, they make sure you’re always learning and improving."

  • Maria C. Parent of a student.

    "My 10-year-old son has been training at TMMT for six months, and the difference in his confidence and discipline is incredible. The coaches are great with kids—firm but encouraging. He loves coming to class, and I love seeing him learn skills that will help him in all aspects of life."

  • Sarah L.

    "As a woman, I’ve had experiences at other gyms where I felt overlooked or uncomfortable, but not at TMMT. The Women’s Only class gave me the space to learn at my own pace, and now I feel strong and capable training in any class. This gym really supports all of its students."

  • Kevin P.

    "I joined TMMT for the workout, but I stayed for the challenge. The training is next level—whether you want to get in shape, learn self-defense, or even compete, the coaches help you get there. I’ve lost weight, gained muscle, and built confidence all in the process."

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