About us
More than a gym. A forge.
A combat sports academy in Birkirkara built on one idea: real skill is hammered out, not handed over.
Our mats are open to complete beginners, weekend warriors and competitive fighters alike — and the coaching adapts to whoever walks in.
Every session is coach-led and structured: warm-up, technique, drilling, controlled application. You'll learn how to move, how to strike, and how to stay calm under pressure, in a room where everyone is looking out for the person opposite them.
We run kickboxing and K1, Muay Thai, MMA, boxing, dedicated kids classes and one-to-one personal training. Belt gradings are held throughout the year, and members who want to compete are supported all the way to the ring.
Discipline over ego
We check the ego at the door. Everyone drills, everyone learns, nobody gets hurt proving a point.
Technique over toughness
Toughness is built, technique is taught. Every session is structured around clean, repeatable fundamentals.
Progress over everything
Whether you're chasing a belt, a fight or better fitness, we measure the same thing — where you were last month.
Head Coach
Jesred Piscopo
Meet the head coach
Jesred Piscopo
A lifetime in combat sports, translated into a coaching method that builds technique before ego. Jesred has fought and won on national, continental and world stages — and now channels that experience into every fighter, hobbyist and kid who walks through the Forge doors.
- Black Belt 3rd Dan
- Police Officer – Malta Police Force
- Health & Wellness Advocate Award
- WMKF World Tournament Champion
- WKN European Semi Pro Champion
- WKN World Semi Pro Champion
- WKN Intercontinental Pro Champion
- Gladiators National Champion (70kg)
“Discipline. Respect. Hard Work. Results.”
Testimonials
What our members say
“I walked in with zero experience and was made to feel welcome from the first session. Six months later I'm fitter, stronger and far more confident.”
“Coach Jesred's technical detail is on another level. The pad work and sparring prepared me properly for my first fight.”