Greg “Bad Pad” Nesbit is more than just a Nak Muay trainer, he’s a partner, a father, and a Nak Muay mentor to countless aspiring fighters. A true icon in the sport, he is highly respected among trainers, fighters, and promoters alike.

With unwavering honesty and dedication, Greg stands as a voice of fairness in the New Zealand fight community. He is not only a hardworking trainer but also a potential ambassador for the sport, consistently pushing his fighters to reach the highest levels of competition.

Renowned for his grit and expertise, Greg has shaped some of New Zealand’s finest Muay Thai fighters. His reputation for producing disciplined, top-tier athletes makes him a key figure in the local and international fight scene. When promoters invest in New Zealand Fighter Community, they know Greg’s fighters will show up—ready, relentless, and prepared to perform at their peak.

A veteran of the sport, Greg embodies the heart and energy of a young warrior. At Urban Sports Gym, he creates one of the most intense and electrifying fight atmospheres, bridging the gap between amateur and professional circuits.

Together with Alice, Greg founded Sa Ming Jai, which later evolved into Elite Thai Kickboxing Northshore, solidifying their lasting impact on the New Zealand Muay Thai scene.

Notable New Zealand Champions that have trained either alongside or under Greg:

– Sugar Ray Sefo
– Josh “Jaguar” Heta
– Jamie “Kyokushin Kid” Eades
– Chris “Cobra” Eades
– Tom “Tornado” McBeth

To name just a few, most of these fighters have claimed the highest achievement in each of their respective classes and solidifying “Bad Pad” as one of the top Nak Muay Trainers in NZ.