We have many amazing people with interesting stories that walk into all our gyms! The member spotlight turns to Fei Yen, Muay Thai fighter, DJ and R&D Tax Consultant. What can’t this guy do?? He walks out to Bodak Yellow by Cardi B, there are theories floating around that he might just be a secret k-pop star…did we mention he used to model? Read on to find out more about Absolute MMA’s very own power tower!
Martial Arts/Sports: Muay Thai
How did you get into the sport?
I traded my life savings for a book which promised to imbue me with the power of the Buddhist palm technique, unfortunately that didn’t work out so I gave Muay Thai a go.
What are your goals for the next five years?
Sweep Darren Gn once.
Why do you love training at Absolute MMA?
The coaches, the staff, the environment, the members, the vibes, the banter – as cliche as it sounds the gym really does feel like a second home where you come to not worry about all the other stuff in life and just train and kick it with all the legends at the gym.
What do you like to do to relax besides training?
Glorious naps with no alarms set.
Who are the kind of people that you look up to and why?
All the competitors and fighters, their work ethics and attitudes are straight up insane.
What’s your favorite place to eat in Melbourne and your #1 dish recommendation?
Martha Ray’s – Ruby Tuesday’s $10 Rueben Sandwich
If you could go back in time to your first martial art class, what would be the advice you give to your past self?
Wear a groin guard.
“Tall handsome young lad with a lot of potential! Love to train with him. A friendly lad that always has a smile on his face. The 😁🙏😘”- Drew Birch
“You know what they say about long legs, long p…ants.”- Darren Gn
“All round good person, makes training fun. The tallest Asian I know.” – Albert Xavier
“Good guy but short arms.”- Justin Bai
“Always enjoy seeing him at the gym. Every time we get to class early, we always make time for a quick chat before we start to viciously kick, punch, elbow and knee other people (lol). A great energy to have in the gym, always puts some of his music on to pump the vibes up even more! It was definitely a great experience to play a small part in his training camp for his most recent fight.”- Romeo Apines
“If only Fei was as good at fighting as he was good looking we would all be in trouble.”- Andre Nguyen
“Most of the time he’s super chill to spar with, but then every now and then he remembers his reach is crazy long and he hits you with some mean kicks – it’s tight.”- Georgia Verry
Photos: W.L Fight Photography, Fei Yen
