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Dylan ‘Rhino’ Resnekov
Dylan Resnekov is the 2009 World Muay Thai Champion, State and Australian Belt holder. He has fought in Thailand, Europe, USA and Jamaica on some of the biggest shows in the world.
He started his martial arts journey at the young age of 3 years old under the guidance of his Karate Black Belt parents and followed in his brother’s footsteps. By the age of 15, Dylan was already trained in Judo, Karate, Wrestling and Boxing and was assisting the kids class at his parents Karate studio.
In his professional fight career, he has made 36 trips to Thailand to train and fight. During his time in Thailand, he also worked in the emergency rescue team when the 2004 Tsunami hit Phuket. Later he became the first westerner to be offered a position in the Koh Samui Rescue Team where he volunteered his time to help those in need in between training sessions.
After retiring as a fighter, Dylan officially became a Khru/teacher in the ancient art of Muay Thai. He has produced local and state champions as well as being the head striking coach for VT1’s MMA Team which has produced two UFC fighters.
He is the head Muay Thai coach and co-owner of VT1 Academy and takes a small group to Thailand every year to learn, travel and experience the birthplace of Muay Thai.
His motto is “There are no obstacles that can’t be overcome with hard work, intelligence and heart”.
Achievements include:
- NSW Muay Thai Champion
- 2 x Australian Muay Thai Champion
- World Muay Thai Champion 2009
- State Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Champion
- Coach of multiple State Muay Thai Champions
- Coach of multiple UFC fighters.
- Head Muay Thai Coach at VT1 Academy
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