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FULL-CONTACT ARMORED COMBAT
WELCOME TO THE FLORIDA FIRE DRAKES TEAM!
FULL-CONTACT ARMORED COMBAT
OUR STORY
From Spark To Flames
Twin brother entrepreneurs Cory and Chris Alexander collaborated to create Florida's premiere Armored Combat team, the Florida Fire Drakes. These twins have been building an army out of the Florida Fire Drakes, armed with ambition and extensive experience in strength, conditioning, and competitive fighting sports. Not only have they created a team full of dedicated and relentless fighters, but they have also manifested a supportive, all-inclusive community in central Florida.
EXPERT INSTRUCTORS
Providing superior instruction and training regimens through experienced and skillful coaches!
CORY ALEXANDER
Lead Instructor
Head Coach, Owner, Tactician, and Striking Coach
"A rising tide lifts all boats"
Cory is a man of many talents. Entrepreneur with more than 20 years of business experience, military dog trainer, an expert in tactical firearms, and over 15 years of high-level training at American Combat Club – this man will outwork anyone. His specialties are in combat tactics, with highlights in striking and weapons. As the Head Coach of the Florida Fire Drakes, Cory is determined to train his fighters hard and help them grow in and out of the arena.
STATS:
Height: 6’
Weight: 185lbs
Fighting Style: “The most effective”
Fighting Role: Hybrid – Punisher/Flanker
Weapon Set: Sword & Board
CHRIS WILLIAMS
Lead Instructor
Strength & Conditioning Coach, Weapons Coach
“… Push yourself… build on it, like you’re building a wall brick by brick.”
Chris has been coaching combat since he was ten years old. His high-level expertise covers a broad range of fighting styles, including karate, kickboxing, and weapons combat. His perceptive and flexible coaching style brings a tailored training experience to each lesson. An expert martial artist, Chris brings a level of intensity and talent that is invaluable to the Fire Drakes curriculum. As the Strength & Conditioning Coach, Chris is adamant about pushing fighters when they need it and encouraging them to always seek improvement.
STATS:
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 245lbs
Fighting Style: “The one that wins”
Fighting Role: Punisher
Weapon Set: Double-Handed Axe
NICK BERNIER
Assistant Instructor
Quartermaster, Keeper of the List, Assistant Coach
“Come on! … Do you want to live forever?”
A natural teacher and a role model for his team, Nick is a down to Earth coach. Starting out as only a team member, Nick began training with the Florida Fire Drakes after realizing how real and incredible this sport is. He has comprehensive knowledge of Jiu-Jitsu and Karate, allowing him to support his teammates with form and discipline. His experience as a teacher and an assistant coach on a wrestling team also helps him conduct drills in an effective way. Nick approaches training with a combat-focused and tactical mindset. Not to mention, he is also a Quartermaster, meaning he transports and cares for important training gear for his team.
STATS:
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 185lbs
Fighting Style: “Grappling”
Fighting Role: Flanker
Weapon Set: Sword and Board
BLAINE BOONE
Assistant Coach
“The separation is in the preparation.”
Blaine grew up playing Football and eventually played on a college team at Carson Newman University. Later in life, he played Arena Football and coached Semi-Pro Football, claiming a few Championships under his belt. Now focused on Armored Combat, Blaine sets an example for his fellow Fire Drakes with his supportive and assertive approach to training. Blaine encourages newcomers to keep showing up and be consistent because that is where the fun and growth are. He is focused on bettering his teammates and has a fire in his heart that drives him to be the best in the world. That fire is his wife and children who support him on his journey, and whom he loves and appreciates very much.
STATS:
Height: 6’4”
Weight: 380lbs
Fighting Style: “Aggressive”
Fighting Role: Tank
Weapon Set: Sword and Board
