EXPERIENCE IN THE RING. PURPOSE IN YOUR CORNER.

ELITE FIGHT CLUB / HEAD INSTRUCTOR

01 / OWNER & HEAD INSTRUCTOR

KRU YAI CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS

Owner & Head Instructor

Kru Yai Christopher “The Professor” Williams is the owner and head coach of Elite Fight Club Canada. Born in Trinidad and Tobago, he turned an early interest in combat sports into a career as a professional Muay Thai fighter, coach and mentor.

His training began with boxing at the YMCA in the Bronx, New York. After moving to Scarborough, he discovered Muay Thai and found the discipline that would shape his career as a fighter, teacher and mentor.

“I didn’t know why I loved it, but the ring became my second home. Muay Thai provided me with a feeling of serenity I never knew.”

A four-time North American champion, Kru Chris competed in more than 50 professional fights across Canada, the United States, Mexico, Panama and Thailand, where he also lived and trained. He was named Canada’s Best Pro Fighter in 2016, the year he retired from active competition.

Kru Chris earned the title of Kru, meaning teacher, and has coached champions in WKA, TBA, IKF, WKF and MTO competitions. His teaching draws on years of international fighting experience and a commitment to helping each student improve.

He founded Elite Fight Club to share the skill, discipline and community he found in Muay Thai. Today, he guides beginners and experienced fighters alike, helping them work toward their goals in training and in life.

ELITE FIGHT CLUB / COACHING TEAM

02 / THE COACHING TEAM

KRU MEHRSHAD VAHDAT

Kru Mehrshad “LawMan” Vahdat teaches Muay Thai at Elite Fight Club Canada. Trained under Kru Christopher “The Professor” Williams, he brings a technical approach built on strong fundamentals and a commitment to continuous learning.

Mehrshad emphasizes technique over strength, helping students understand balance, timing and precision. His patient coaching gives adults and children the support to learn at their own pace and grow in confidence.

Through clear instruction and structured practice, he helps students develop their skills and a lasting appreciation for Muay Thai.

ELITE FIGHT CLUB / COACHING TEAM

03 / THE COACHING TEAM

COACH ANTHONY GEORGIEFF

Coach Anthony “The Bulgar” Georgieff is a professional Muay Thai fighter representing Elite Fight Club Canada, with an 11–4 record. Under Kru Christopher “The Professor” Williams, he has competed at Rajadamnern Stadium, MAX Muay Thai, Super Champ and Thai Fight League.

His achievements include a second-round TKO by leg kicks in a MAX Muay Thai main event, a unanimous-decision win in his Super Champ debut and a main-event appearance at Thai Fight League.

Known for his pressure and powerful leg kicks, Anthony brings practical lessons from international competition to his coaching, helping students sharpen their technique and stay composed under pressure.

ELITE FIGHT CLUB / COACHING TEAM

04 / THE COACHING TEAM

KRU SHANKAR BALTHASAR

Kru Shankar “The General” Balthasar brings 25 years of experience in Muay Thai, kickboxing and boxing to Elite Fight Club Canada. A former international professional fighter, he has helped develop numerous champions and draws on that experience in his coaching.

His teaching focuses on strong fundamentals, precise technique and disciplined practice. From a beginner’s first session to a competitor’s fight preparation, Kru Shankar helps students understand their technique and apply it with confidence.

ELITE FIGHT CLUB / COACHING TEAM

05 / THE COACHING TEAM

COACH QAHAR SUFIZADA

Coach Qahar “The Wolf” Sufizada brings competitive Muay Thai experience and a strong focus on conditioning to Elite Fight Club Canada. Trained under Kru Christopher “The Professor” Williams, he understands the discipline and composure needed in training and competition.

Qahar coaches adults and children, helping them build solid fundamentals, improve their striking and gain confidence. His sessions combine clear technical instruction with challenging fitness work, with guidance for beginners and experienced students alike.

He encourages students to train consistently, support their teammates and take pride in steady progress.

ELITE FIGHT CLUB / COACHING TEAM

06 / THE COACHING TEAM

COACH KAYTON JAKSIC

Coach Kayton “The Doctor” Jaksic has been training under Kru Yai Chris since 2020. A member of the Elite Fight Club coaching team, he brings his dedication to Muay Thai and his academic interest in human movement to Saturday classes.

Kayton is a PhD candidate at York University and holds a Master of Science in Kinesiology and Health Science. As a researcher and teaching assistant in the Neuromechanics of Balance and Mobility Lab, he studies how vision and perception influence balance and movement. His master’s research explored how dynamic visual cues affect perceived movement and postural responses.

From the research lab to the training floor, Kayton’s journey reflects a commitment to learning, disciplined practice and steady improvement. Join Coach Kayton at Elite Fight Club to build your Muay Thai skills alongside a supportive team.

08 / JUNIOR COACH

Gabriel “The Diamond” Ilas

Junior Coach | Elite Fight Club Canada

Gabriel has been training Muay Thai since 2022 under Kru Christopher “The Professor” Williams at Elite Fight Club Canada. Growing from student to Junior Coach, he brings his experience on the mats to helping others develop their fundamentals, confidence, and discipline.

Gabriel continues to sharpen his own skills while supporting students in building a strong foundation in Muay Thai and learning the importance of respect, consistency, and teamwork.