Equinox Academy Welcomes Professor Adam Shahir Kayoom to Our Coaching Team

We’re proud to announce that Professor Adam Shahir Kayoom has officially joined the Equinox Academy coaching team and community. Adam is one of Australia’s most respected martial artists, bringing over 25 years of experience across Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and self‑defence. His arrival marks a major milestone for our academy and an incredible opportunity for our students.

Adam is a 4th‑degree Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu black belt, a former ONE Championship athlete, and a highly regarded instructor known for his technical precision, calm coaching style, and ability to develop students of all ages and experience levels. He has trained and taught internationally, coached world‑class competitors, and helped thousands of students build confidence, discipline, and resilience through martial arts.

Beyond his competitive background, Adam is recognised for his leadership, mentorship, and commitment to creating safe, inclusive training environments—perfectly aligned with the culture we’ve built at Equinox Academy. Our community will benefit from his deep knowledge of BJJ, striking, self‑defence, and high‑level coaching methodology.

We’re excited to welcome Adam to Chatswood and look forward to the impact he’ll have on our kids, teens, and adult programs.