In this episode of Closed Course, we sit down with Marc Montoya, a veteran MMA coach and the head coach of Factory X Muay Thai in Denver. Marc has trained and cornered some of the UFC's top fighters, including champions and contenders who compete on the sport's biggest stages.
We dive into Marc's journey from martial artist to one of the most respected coaches in MMA, the mindset required to build elite fighters, and what it really takes to compete in the UFC. Marc shares behind-the-scenes stories from fight camps, lessons learned coaching world-class athletes, and how discipline, resilience, and preparation translate far beyond the cage.
Whether you're a fight fan, athlete, or just someone interested in high performance and mental toughness, this conversation offers a rare look inside the world of professional MMA and the people shaping the next generation of champions.
