The right trainer makes all the difference.
Class Instructor & Private Lessons
Vaughn has been with Sweet Science since 2012, first as a boxer and now as an instructor. He teaches evening classes twice a week and is available for personal training. Vaughn won the 2015 Southern California Golden Gloves Championship and is a veteran of over 40 amateur bouts. He also has a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. As a boxer, Vaughn was always known for being strong and in shape, as a trainer he brings the same energy and commitment to your workout.
Kids Class Instructor - Assistant
Joey started boxing 5 years ago at Sweet Science and he is now one of the best boxers in the country. Having competed in other countries and all over the USA, Joey had over 70 amateur boxing fights with over 50 wins on his record. He's a 2x golden glove champion along with the 2022 WBC Elite Amateur Champion. Joey's been in the ring with half a dozen world champions. He's currently 5-0 as a pro. He uses his experience and enthusiasm to help in our kids program.
Fight Team Coach & Private Lessons
Coach Jamal Abdullah has been involved in boxing on a professional level over 40 years. He's trained several professional world champions in the heavyweight and light heavy weight division, as well as working with highly ranked UFC fighters. Coach brings a wealth of knowledge and wisdom. He's helped guide Sweet Science to the top of the amateur boxing scene winning several tournaments along with guiding undefeated pro boxers. Coach works exclusively with dedicated pros and amateurs but is also available for private lessons.
Class Instructor & Private Lessons
Coach John brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the gym. With years of experience, he is committed to helping his students achieve their best. As a NASM certified coach, you can be certain that you will always leave his classes feeling tired and wanting more. Known for his motivational and supportive coaching style, John creates a positive and empowering environment. Whether you are a beginner learning the basics or an intermediate boxer looking to improve your skills, he provides the guidance and encouragement you need to succeed.
Black Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Coach Terryboy Gustave is a World Champion Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and head coach of our BJJ program. He was born and raised in Cameroon in Central Africa. He spent several years training and competing in Brazil in BJJ and MMA. He recently came to the USA to continue his pursuit for International recognition in Brazilian Jiu-Jistu tournament's. Since coming to the states he's won 4 IBJJF gold medals in Gi and No Gi, Lightweight and Absolute divisions. Gustave is working towards competing in the IBJJF World Championship next. Coach Gustave teaches Kids and Adults BJJ Monday through Saturday.
Vaughn Cuttress
Jamal Abdullah
Danny Arpajon
Joey Abudy
Terryboy Gustave
John Hannah
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Mathias Narducci
Mathias Narducci is an internationally accomplished biomechanics consultant who is a world class speed and power development coach, Muscle Activation Techniques therapist, and mental conditioning coach. He has an extensive background in the biomechanics of the body, fitness, speed and power enhancement. He has collaborated with some of the USA’s, the UK’s, and Oceania’s elite coaches in: baseball, boxing, track & field, MMA, Rugby, and swimming. Mathias has performed his expertise with professional, international, and elite athletes and teams, ranging from the NFL, NBA, Major League Baseball, UFC, Rugby, Boxing and Track & Field.
In the past few years, he has consulted Fiji’s National Rugby League team, Fiji Bati, to a semifinal appearance in the 2017 Rugby League World Cup, and Fiji Boxing’s bronze medal in the 2018 Commonwealth Games. His consulting spans from Japan through the South Pacific and most recently, for athletes and countries preparing for the 2023 Pacific Games, World Championships of Track and Field, Rugby World Cup, and the 2024 Olympic Games.
He is able to enhance athletes in the refined bio-mechanical techniques in areas that include, but not limited to:
• Explosive acceleration/deceleration
• Multi-directional acceleration/deceleration
• Maximum velocity
• Speed/strength/power endurance
• Eliminating muscle injuries
• Increased muscle firing, joint stability and mobility
• Enhanced recovery after training, games and injuries
• Neuro-muscular stability programs
• Neuro-linguistic programs
• Mental conditioning for performance enhancement
The results are efficient athletes that become more effective team players that execute proficiently. With biomechanics training and education as a baseline, Mathias’ goal is to continually assist in the creation and ongoing development of leaders through elite sport