About

The team behind the gloves

Our story

Where it all began

NKT was founded in Rome in 2014, with a clear focus on technical development, discipline and respect for Muay Thai.

Our method has grown through competition, countless training trips to Thailand and international experience across Europe, North Africa and the United States. NKT athletes have won FEDERKOMBAT Italian titles, represented Italy and competed at the IFMA World Championships.

Today, NKT welcomes both beginners and athletes preparing for amateur and professional competitions. With national titles and a WMC Italian title achieved in 2026, we continue to develop high-level Muay Thai in Rome.

Team

Instructors

Alessandro Santirocchi

Muay Thai - Head Coach

Alessandro Santirocchi

Former Muay Thai fighter, head coach and founder of NKT, Alessandro leads the advanced group and competitive team, with a focus on ring craft, timing and fight preparation. As a psychologist and neuroscience researcher, he also integrates the mental side of performance into match preparation.

Tommaso Bruno

Muay Thai & U18 - Coach

Tommaso Bruno

Seen as the team’s captain, Tommaso is an active professional fighter and coach who brings his first-hand competition experience into every session, helping athletes develop effective, fight-ready skills. He now also leads the under-18 group, passing on discipline, solid fundamentals and his experience in the ring.

Giorgio Andrei

Muay Thai & Strength and Conditioning - Coach

Giorgio Andrei

Muay Thai coach and strength and conditioning coach for NKT fighters. He holds pads, runs technical rounds and designs physical preparation work that supports technique, durability and fight-ready fitness.

Massimiliano Marenzi

NKT Coach (on temporary leave)

Massimiliano Marenzi

Key technical reference for NKT athletes and youth development. Currently on temporary leave from weekly coaching.

FAQ

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