- My Story -
My Journey into the World of Martial Arts formally began in 2002 when I embarked on an adventure to Japan that lasted over 11 years.
LIVING, TRAINING AND WORKING IN JAPAN AS AN ELEMENTARY, JUNIOR HIGH, AND HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER
2002 - 2013
In that time I was able to train with and learn from many World Class coaches and high-level professional athletes from organizations such as Pride FC, K1, and the UFC. With their help I have obtained many Accolades as a Martial Artist and Fighter. More importantly, Priceless knowledge and Skills to pass on to the next generation of Athletes.
TRAINING WITH UFC LHW + HW CHAMPION
JON “BONES” JONES AND MMA LEGEND RYUTA SAKURAI
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
2009
I competed professionally in K1 rules Kickboxing for multiple years. I was the 2005 Hokkaido Full-Contact Karate Heavyweight Champion and 2007 All Japan Heavyweight Arm Wrestling Champion.
2005 HW KARATE CHAMPION HOKKAIDO STATE
HW KARATE CHAMPION
Sapporo, Japan
I have received my Black Belt in Full Contact Karate and Judo both certified through established organisations in Japan. The Hard Work, Commitment, Dedication and Mental Discipline learned throughout my training is the most valuable asset I own to this day.
FULL CONTACT KARATE BLACK BELT
CERTIFIED BY:
TAHARA SENSEI - KONGO KARATE
Since returning to Canada in 2013, I have established myself as one of the top Personal Trainers and Coaches in Calgary. I have also created a stable of promising MMA fighters, Athletes, and Powerlifters. As a coach in 2019, I was able to secure a National Title and Two Championship Belts in MMA, 1 Silver Medal, and 5 Gold medal finishes in Powerlifting.
2019 100% RAW WORLD CHAMPION
SHW DIVISION
CALGARY, CANADA
Also in 2019, I was selected to represent Team Canada once again at 100% Raw Worlds in Calgary, Alberta. After an Amazing day of lifting against some of the World’s Best Drug-Free Lifters, I finally secured - 1st Place in the World - at Super Heavy Weight, winning two Gold Medals. Years of hard work finally paid off after a 2nd place finish in 2018, and a consistent top spot at SHW in Canada from 2017-2019. Along the way I’ve also been able to secure 15+ National Records.
15+ NATIONAL
POWERLIFTING RECORDS
100% RAW FEDERATION
DRUG TESTED
Nothing has made me feel more ACCOMPLISHED and PROUD than seeing my students and clients achieve SUCCESS.
ERIC STEVENS
2019 LHW CHAMPION
CANADIAN MMA NATIONALS
I am Grateful and Blessed to have Excelled at two different Sports at the World Class Level. I look forward to Passing On my Knowledge with future Athletes around the Globe.
In April 2021, MUTEKI STRONG ACADEMY opened its doors . After a lifetime dream of owning and running my own gym, a perfect storm has made this DREAM a REALITY. I’ve travelled the globe training, competing and searching for the the best coaching and knowledge to become INVINCIBLE.... that is exactly what MUTEKI means.
MUTEKI STRONG ACADEMY
est. 2021
WITH BABY KOKO
Muteki (Mu-Te-Ki) or 無敵 translated from Japanese means “NO ENEMY” OR “Invincible” - TO BECOME SO STRONG THAT NO ONE CAN BE ON YOUR LEVEL AND DEFEAT YOU.
This is the very Spirit many Samurai Warriors brought into battle to overcome their enemies. It is this Spirit that MUTEKI STRONG ACADEMY tries to emulate in all aspects of life. To remain strong no matter the circumstance and believe you are Second to None.
This MUTEKI MINDSET is key to defeating all obstacles in YOUR PATH...... but it all starts with YOU MAKING THE FIRST STEP.
I’ve had some Amazing experiences in life and travel, but my PURPOSE has remained consistent all along...
I WAS PUT ON THIS EARTH TO CHANGE LIVES.
I’d like to change yours if you are willing to Take the Leap.
Contact me below and LET’S GET YOU ONE STEP CLOSER TO BEING THE BEST VERSION OF YOURSELF.
Osu!
- Russell Peel
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MUTEKI STRONG ACADEMY
5510 3 st SE, #6, Calgary, AB
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