About us

About Diamond Fitness MMA

Learn more about our mission, journey, values, and the team

Our Mission

At Diamond Fitness MMA, our mission is to empower individuals and families of all ages through martial arts and fitness. We’re committed to providing a safe, positive environment where members can build strength, discipline, and confidence—no matter their starting point. Through expert coaching, structured programs, and community-driven values, we aim to help every member reach their full potential—both on and off the mats.

Our team

Meet The Team
Behind Diamond Fitness MMA

We’re a small team that loves to create great experiences for our community.

Meighen Hodgen
Owner, Kinesiologist

Meighen founded Diamond Fitness MMA in 2015. Her passion for health and fitness while creating a safe training environment for the community was her driving force. Meighen has experience working with all levels of fitness and age groups along including athletes and rehabilitation clientele.

Mark Loft
Head Martial Arts Instructor

Teaches Advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, Self Defence 2nd Degree Black Belt, CASK Level 1 Coach, Vale Tudo (Brazilian MMA) Certificate, Mark has over 30 years experience training in martial arts. Mark has travelled all across the world competing and sharing his knowledge of martial arts to others.

Olivia Hodgen
Kids Program Director, Martial Arts Instructor, Personal Trainer

International Sports Science Association Certificate, Blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Olivia has a passion for working with children. She created Napanee's Best Day Camps and has a variety of kids programs that are offered at Diamond Fitness. Olivia started practicing jiujitsu and Muay Thai when she started at Diamond Fitness. She loves to empower other women to practice martial arts as a hobby or as a competitor.

Josh Coghlan
Youth and Adult Boxing Level 1 boxing Ontario Coach

Josh began training for boxing throughout his teenage years. In 2016 he was inspired by his daughter to continue training and coaching boxing. Joshua has experience working with clients of all levels from beginner to professional athletes.

Alex Chandu-Lall
Bsc. Kin. Personal Trainer, Small group training instructor, Level 1 boxing Ontario Coach

Alex joined the Diamond Fitness team in 2021. Since starting at Diamond Fitness, he feels that nothing is more satisfying and exciting than people having a goal and watching them succeed! Alex has a passion for fitness and boxing. He enjoys working with athletes in any sport to allow them to develop the necessary skills they need to enhance their competitive edge.

Dave Bandianon
Muay Thai Instructor. Muay Thai Level 1 and 2

Dave has a passion for martial arts specifically weapons work and Muay Thai. He has been practicing since 2011 and always learning and training new concepts and techniques. Dave teaches the conditioning and Muay Thai classes at Diamond.

Nate Maleska
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Instructor

Nate is a purple belt in brazilian jiu jitsu. He has had a passion for the sport since day one and loves to share his knowledge to other students. Nate still continues to compete and loves to inspire others to get into the sport for self defense or competition. He believes Jiu jitsu heals the mind and strengthens the body at the same time!

Tyler Ryan
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Tyler is a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Tyler started training in 2017 and since then has used his training to educate and share his love for jiu-jitsu with the community he has grown to love. Tyler teaches the beginner jiu-jitsu class and helps out with the youth and advanced classes

Gavyn Moon
Kids Muay Thai, Camp Councillor

Gavyn has been doing martial arts since 2016. He used his skills of being a councillor at the summer camp to be a good coach in the kids muay thai class. Gavyn also assists in the Youth Boxing program. He is a great leader to students that come in and show them how to be leaders to others.

Julianna Richmond
Classes taught- Kids & Youth Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Camp councillor and Birthday party leader, front desk staff

Julianna’s goal is to not only teach kids the important self defence skills but also instil the BJJ values of Respect, discipline and perseverance in her classes while maintaining a hands on and kid-friendly teaching approach.

Danielle Pestell
Customer Relations, Sales Associate

Danielle will help you with all of your inquiries and membership details. Danielle has been in the fitness industry for over 10 years with a deep-rooted passion for supporting people on their journey to become the best version of themselves.

Our Story!

A woman driven by a vision, inspiring her community to move, grow, and live healthier together.

Celebrating 10 years of martial arts, fitness, health and wellness in the Napanee Community!

Diamond Fitness Support
Our team will get in touch with you through text
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling
Muay Thai
Boxing
Fitness & Transformation Program
Personal Training
Kids & Youth Programs
Camps
Birthday Parties
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