About
What does the name Mambi' mean?
Pronounced "Mahm-BEE", the Mambi' were the valiant folks from the Cuban countryside, who took up simple arms (such as their machetes) and defeated well equipped Spanish armies, to help win Cuba's independence from Spain in the late 1800's.
Now a proud citizen of the United States of America, Sensei Diaz shares that Mambi' heritage with us here, as he contributes to the health, training and development of American youth and adults through Judo and Personal Fitness endeavors.
Sensei Diaz
Sensei Diaz (5th Dan) is an internationally and nationally certified instructor. With an M.S. degree in Physical Education and Sport Sciences, he distinguished himself in Cuba’s world renowned combat sports program - as a competitor, a coach, and as a provincal technical director.
During his time as technical director in Cuba, he oversaw and directed training and development programs for national elite athletes in Judo, Karate, Wrestling, Boxing, and Fencing -- all the while coaching Judo up until he emigrated to the United States.
Having trained elite athletes who have gone and medalled in the Olympics, PanAmerican Games, and World Championships, Sensei Diaz is extremely knowledgable in his field. He has guided and facilitated numerous athletes and non-athletes alike to meet and exceed their self-improvement, fitness, and rehabilitation goals. Be it at a beginner level, or the professional athlete.
Sensei Diaz is the founder and owner of the Mambi' Judo Club, one of the most accomplished judo clubs in Florida and in the United Sates of America. He has instilled unparalled rigorous training methods into his students and clients, instilling in them the judo motto of "Train as you Live, Live as you Train."
With over 25 years of experience in personal training, athletic development, and martial arts instruction, Sensei Diaz can help you achieve and surpass your goals, whether it be for competition, fitness, self improvement, or self-defense.
USA Judo
We are a member of USA Judo and compete at all Judo levels. Having participated and won at the Judo World Championship, Pan-American Judo Championship, and other various competitions, we have medalled and competed extremely well - no doubt as a result of a commitment and dedication to training in Judo.