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One of the year’s most anticipated events is UFC 303. While the card has been chopped and changed at the last minute, it is still entertaining. One of the most exciting clashes of the night is the Women’s strawweight clash between Michelle Waterson Gomez and Gillian Robertson.

Gomez is currently battling with her own form inside the Octagon after losing four of her last fights. However, she is just one fight away from getting back to winning ways. Before her much-anticipated clash, let us look at her coaching team.

Where does Michelle Waterson Gomez train? Who is her coach?

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Just like most MMA fighters, Gomez began her training at a very young age. At 10, she began her karate training and currently holds a black belt in the sport. However, she is not only confined to Karate but also is a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She sharpened her Jiu-Jitsu skills under the guidance of Rafael de Freitas and Roberto Alencar. Currently, the 38-year-old trains at the famous Jackson Wink MMA Academy under the specialized guidance of Creg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn. Gomez started training under them in 2007 and is still training with them.

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One of the biggest assets of the 38-year-old is her longevity as a fighter. Despite facing injuries in her career, Gomez worked her way back to fitness. Her coaches have helped her improve her game, which has now made her a threat in the division. Despite losing her last four fights, Gomez still is considered one of the best in the division. Jackson Wink MMA is not only famous for her coaches but also because of its array of fighters. Some of the best fighters in the UFC train there which helps fighters like Gomez improve their game. But who actually trains there? Let us find out.

A long list of elite teammates of Michelle Waterson Gomez

Michelle Waterson Gomez is blessed to train with some of the best in the business. Talking about names one of the biggest names in the business Jon Jones previously was a part of the setup. However, his association broke with them in 2021 after he was arrested for stemming violence against his fiancee. Another superstar who was associated with the gym was former champion Holly Holm. Gomez constantly updates her training session with the former champion.

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Former UFC champion Georges St-Pierre also trained at the same gym. Currently, Gomez is all geared up for her clash with Robertson at UFC 303. The 38-year-old will look to get back to winning ways after losing her last four fights in the division. Gomez has been one of the most talented fighters in the division. Not only does she have good striking skills but also can also pin her opponents down. But it seems she somehow isn’t able to put everything inside the Octagon and live up to her potential in the UFC.

Will she be able to win her fight at UFC 303? Let us know in the comments below.