Coaching & Training

The
Academy

Guided by the principle: 'Ne te fixe aucune limite' (Set no limits for yourself). Wilfried Bertrand WETTA is building a sanctuary for elite performance and mindset.

PERSEVERANCE
The Key to the Octagon
01

Mindset

Believe in yourself. We forge the mental strength required to face world-class opponents before even stepping into the cage.

02

Intensity

Every day is a new opportunity. High-performance coaching that pushes physical boundaries.

03

Mission

Preparing Burkinabè athletes for the UFC. We don't just train; we architect future global icons of Mixed Martial Arts.

"Perseverance is the key to success."

— Wilfried Bertrand WETTA

The Staff

Technical
Leadership

Guided by the first flag-bearer, driven by elite combat expertise.

Head Coach

Wilfried Bertrand WETTA

As the main architect of the movement, Coach WETTA oversees the entire technical and physical development of the academy.

COACH

Ryu Habib TOGUYENI

Specialized coaching focused on the technical nuances and tactical applications.

COACH

Israel MANO

Bringing the perspective of a world-class medalist, Israel provides elite-level mentorship.

The New

Forging the Future
Student winning bronze in kickboxing
UFC READY
The New Gen

International Success

Student winning bronze in Ivory Coast

Student winning gold in sambo
DÉTERMINATION
National Champion

National Champion

Student winning gold in Sambo

Heritage & Evolution

The History
of MMA in Burkina

From the diaspora pioneers to the first flag-bearers and global recognition.

The First Flag-Bearer

Wilfried Bertrand
WETTA

History was rewritten when WETTA became the first fighter ever to step into the cage and represent the colors of Burkina Faso.

Wetta representing Burkina Faso
A Legacy Born in Combat

Pioneering Vision

Beyond the cage, WETTA's leadership has been the driving force behind the national integration into global bodies like GAMMA.

National Identity

Prior to WETTA, fighters of Burkinabè descent often competed under other flags. He chose the path of the homeland.

The Legend of the Diaspora

Cheick Kongo

UFC & Bellator Legend

Before the flag was carried in the cage, the world felt the power of our bloodline through Cheick Kongo. A titan of the Heavyweight division who proved that the Burkinabè spirit could dominate the world's most elite stages.

He showed us it was possible. He was the proof that our lineage belongs at the very top of the food chain.

GAMMA

Global Recognition

Under WETTA's guidance, Burkina Faso has achieved historic milestones in Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts (GAMMA) events:

  • 01
    Accra (African Games)Accra (African Games) - Historic 3 Bronze Medals debut.
  • 02
    Jakarta, IndonesiaJakarta, Indonesia - World Bronze Medal achievement.
  • 03
    São Paulo, BrazilSão Paulo, Brazil - Two Silver Medals and Three Bronze Medals at the World Cup.

The New Vanguard

Building on the foundation laid by the first flag-bearer.

  • Israel MANO — BRAVE CF / World Bronze
  • Amza KAMBOU — Elite Squad
  • Amadou TRAORE — Elite New Gen
  • Gerald OUEDRAOGO — Pro Prospect
  • Ben TOE — Continental Talent

Host: African Championships 2026

Inside The Camp

Wetta coaching kickboxing
Precision Coaching
Wetta coaching Adama
Mentorship
Champions being forged
The New Gen
Team member 1
Team member 2
Team member 3
Team member 4
Team member 5
Team member 6

Join the
Movement

Ready to push your limits? Connect with Coach WETTA for personalized training and transform your mindset.