Olympic-Level Coaches & Mentors
Olympic athletes. National champions. World-class coaches. Meet the Team Raposa coaching staff.
Every instructor at Team Raposa is a certified professional with proven expertise. Our team includes Olympic athletes, national champions, law enforcement professionals, and dedicated educators β all committed to developing champions both on and off the mat.
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Head Master at East Hanover, Founder of Team Raposa
Credentials & Achievements
"Master Raposa built Team Raposa from a single class in Newark's Ironbound into a three-location academy with Olympic-level instruction, a nationally recognized anti-bullying program, and a nonprofit serving thousands of students. His vision is simple: every child deserves access to world-class martial arts training, regardless of background."

Head Master at Newark Headquarters
Credentials & Achievements
"Master Carter leads the Newark headquarters with two decades of competition and coaching experience. A NJ State Champion and National Medalist, he brings the intensity of a competitor and the patience of a mentor to every class."

Head Instructor at Newark Public Schools
Credentials & Achievements
"Coach Freddie brings expertise across multiple disciplines - Taekwondo, Kickboxing, and Boxing. His dedication to youth development through the Newark Public Schools program has impacted hundreds of students."

Head Master at Linden Location
Credentials & Achievements
"Master Diego brings international competition experience to Linden. As the former head coach of Brazil's national cadet and junior team, he has developed champions at every level β and now he is developing the next generation of champions right here in Union County."

Team Raposa Family Β· 2016 Rio Olympian
Credentials & Achievements
"Julia trained and competed with Team Raposa and remains part of our extended family. Her Olympic legacy reflects the standard of excellence our students train toward every day."

Assistant Taekwondo Instructor at Linden
Credentials & Achievements
"Coach Paul is the driving force behind the Linden Summer Camp and Afterschool Program. Parents trust Coach Paul to lead their children through camp, afterschool, and martial arts training year-round."

Boxing Coach
Credentials & Achievements
"Coach Nyreek Showtime brings professional boxing expertise and infectious energy to our boxing programs. Known for his dynamic teaching style, he inspires young athletes to push their limits and discover their potential."

Head Trainer Boxing
Credentials & Achievements
"Coach Nyreek Jr is an elite fighter specialist and head corner coach who brings championship-level expertise to our boxing program. He works closely with young athletes to develop their skills, confidence, and competitive edge in the ring."

Boxing and Kickboxing Instructor
Credentials & Achievements
"A national champion in his own right, Elias brings elite-level striking knowledge to our Boxing and Kickboxing programs."
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