Mark Monaco
Trainer
Marc Monaco has been in the health and fitness industry for more than 20 years. He is a certified fitness trainer through the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) since 2002, as well as a nutrition coach, amongst several other certifications. Marc owned his own personal training business in Topeka, Kansas from 2002 through 2015, as well as a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy from 2008 through 2015. His passion for helping others reach their fitness goals and martial arts goals has given him a great sense of purpose throughout the years!
Marc was hired as both the fitness director and head Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor for the UFC Gym in Tucson, Arizona in 2016, a position he held until 2019. During his time with the company, he was able to grow the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program to more than 100 members, and guide the team to national recognition with competition success on a national level. He produced several state, National, Pan-American, and world champions through his program! Due to the pandemic, the gym was unable to sustain, and ultimately closed. A few years later, Marc decided to continue personal training and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction in Tucson.
Marc’s passion for fitness and martial arts has brought him success in his individual journey as well. He holds a Third Degree Blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, an art he has practiced since 2003. Marc has won Gold in IBJJF competition, as well as going undefeated in Blackbelt grappling Superfights. Marc is an accomplished professional natural bodybuilder, winning 6 Pro-cards for the International Physique League (IPL) in Bodybuilding, Athletic, and Sports Model divisions, both Masters and Open age divisions. He has won 5 Pro titles, and been featured on the cover of “Athletic Magazine” twice. In addition, Marc serves as the Head Judge for the league when he is not competing. He has trained several athletes and helped them to achieve their Pro-cards as well! Marc specializes in program design, nutrition, and posing technique and choreography.
Marc is excited to join the Sweat Fitness family. He is excited to bring his knowledge to the facility and help others to reach their fitness goals in an effective and safe, yet fun manner!
