Since his debut, UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett has consistently impressed fans, as evident by his statistics. From his 2021 debut against Luigi Vendramini to his latest victory against Tony Ferguson at UFC 296, this 29-year-old English fighter excuses relentless velocity. Beyond the UFC, he is a former Cage Warriors featherweight champion. His remarkable weight-cut transformation before and after his fights has also captivated MMA fans worldwide.

With such admiration sparking curiosity among fans, many wonder where this Britisher star tarins and works out. Let’s delve into all we know about Paddy Pimblett’s gym and coaches.

What gym does Paddy Pimblett go to?

Paddy Pimblett is notably known for his weight-cut and weight-management skills, attributed to his great metabolism. Pimblett has previously asserted that he relies on and follows a calorie-deficit regimen on and off. He has also emphasized that it’s not a big deal for him, once stating, “I’d rather be fat and happy than ripped.”

Besides his metabolism, credit for his transformation goes to his gym, Next Generation MMA Liverpool, located on Kempston Street, a notable gym in England. Alongside Paddy Pimbelett, former Cage Warriors champion Molly McCann, also known as Meatball Molly, trains there.

The gym serves not only as a training facility but also provides employment opportunities through sports for youngsters at risk, spanning industries like construction, housing security, and teaching, offering them a chance to start afresh.

Furthermore, Next Generation MMA Liverpool was formed by coaches Paul Rimmer and Ellis Hampson, who,20 years ago, divided to build an MMA community and create a lasting legacy for upcoming generations aspiring to enter the MMA world.

Paddy Pimbelett’s coaches and teamamtes

Paul Rimmer, since his teen years, was involved in karate and Japanese wrestling. At the age of 21. he quit his job and left his office to travel to California, USA from Liverpool, England. There, he joined the Next Generation Fighting Academy in Irvine, where he trained all day every day for nine months under the guidance of Chris Brennan.

After returning to his country, Rimmer eventually opened a two-floor gym in the Febric District area, drawing youngsters to the MMA gym. Fighters like McCann and Paddy Pimblett were attracted, shifting the city’s focus from predominantly football to MMA. The gym is now home to 15 professionals across four MMA promotions, including UFC, Bellator, Cage Warriors, and Oktagon.

Here, two coaches take center stage: Hampson leads full-body and sparring sessions, while Paul Rimmers sits on the floor, observing everyone’s training and refining their moves and stances, actively engaging in coaching from time to time. Currently, Paddy Pimblett is the gym’s main attraction at Next Generation MMA Liverpool.

Nevertheless, Paddy Pimblett’s upcoming fight at UFC 304 in Manchester will be the last contracted fight with the promotion. He has expressed his intention to try boxing and is currently receiving coaching from Chris Williams, who also coaches Adam Cullen. Paddy Pimblett is now gearing up to face Bobby Green at UFC 304. It’s intriguing to see if Bobby Green’s experience can help him defeat t this young star in the game. Stay tuned for further updates.