Instructor: David Bermudez
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David Bermudez is the Head Trainer of our USA Boxing program at the Dragons Den. Aside from boxing, he also has a background in Tae Kwon Do, kickboxing, and wrestling.
In 1990, he began studying Tae Kwon Do under the tutelage of World Lightweight Kickboxing Champion, Sam “Magnum” Montgomery. At the age of 12, Coach David Bermudez received his black belt. At the time of receiving his black belt, he also began lessons in kickboxing with Mr. Montgomery. In 1995, he enrolled in Moreau Catholic High School where he wrestled for all four years. He was coached by Jeff Macalolooy, Mackie McLoy, and Fernando Jose. He was a two-time North Coast Section Tournament Qualifier and team captain his senior year. In 2000, Coach Bermudez enrolled in Chabot College and wrestled for one year under Coach Siroy. His wrestling career ended due to a severe knee injury. During his years at Chabot College, he was an assistant wrestling coach for two years at Moreau Catholic High School and co-head coach his third year, along with Dragons Den student Chester Chen. Coach Bermudez graduated with an Associate of Arts degree in Administration of Justice in 2002.
In 2002, he enrolled in the University of Nevada Las Vegas where he competed in amateur boxing. Coach Bermudez was trained by National Golden Glove Champion and Top Rank contender, Skipper “Saigon” Kelp and World Champion trainer, Chris Ben. He became a two-time All American that consisted of a bronze and silver medal in the National Collegiate Boxing Association (NCBA) National Tournament. He was also the team captain his senior year. He graduated from the University in 2004 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Human Resource Management.
Today Coach David Bermudez is still actively competing in the sport of boxing. He earned a Silver Medal at the 2006 Western Police and Fire Games at 156lbs. and plans to continue competing in the amateurs. Coach Bermudez has held a position in public safety since 2000.