Coach Nina Torres

Coach Nina brings a unique and invaluable perspective to Chop MMA. After 8 years of active military service including deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, Nina became a certified Military Combatives instructor and later trained law enforcement agencies in defensive tactics.

Her transition to civilian self-defense instruction was driven by a desire to empower everyday people with practical protection skills. Nina's self-defense curriculum is scenario-based and pressure-tested — every technique she teaches has been validated in real-world situations. She focuses on awareness, de-escalation, and efficient physical responses that work regardless of size or strength.

Nina's classes attract a diverse group of students, from college freshmen to retirees, all united by a desire to feel safer and more confident. She also conducts private workshops for corporate groups, university organizations, and community centers. Her empathetic teaching style and real-world credibility make her one of the most respected instructors at Chop MMA.