Instructors
Matvejs Kiricenko
Matvejs has a background in freestyle wrestling and a strong passion for competition and technical development. His wrestling style combines explosive takedowns, including ankle picks and double-leg attacks, with solid fundamentals, effective movement and dynamic scrambles.
As a coach, Matvejs focuses on helping students build confidence, refine their technique and develop the physical and mental skills needed to progress in wrestling. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge, creating a positive training environment and helping wrestlers of all experience levels improve and reach their potential.
Achievements
Derbyshire Novices 2026 Gold (Freestyle)
Solent Open Bronze (Freestyle)
Southern Closed 2025 Bronze (Freestyle)
Lee Renaut
Lee is an experienced Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor and competitor with a strong reputation on the UK scene.
At Wrestling Republic, Lee is the No-Gi Submission Grappling instructor, teaching students how to develop their grappling skills without the gi. He also teaches wrestling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, with BJJ remaining his main sport.
As a featherweight competitor, Lee’s teaching focuses on technical detail and precision rather than strength. Combined with his passion for grappling and friendly personality, he helps students of all levels develop their technique and improve their game.
Credentials:
IBJJF Certified Black Belt (3rd Degree)
Level 2 Wrestling Coach (British Wrestling)
Level 3 Emergency First Aid
Main Achievements (BJJ) (Black Belt):
IBJJF European Championship Bronze (2023) (Master 1)
IBJJF London Open Bronze (2023)
2 x IBJJF British National Champion (2018, 2019)
IBJJF Paris Fall Open Silver (2019)
IBJJF London Open Silver (2017)
Main Achievements (BJJ) (Coloured Belts):
IBJJF European Champion (2013 Blue)
2 x IBJJF No-Gi European Championship Silver (2012, 2013 Blue)
11 x IBJJF International Medallist (2012–2015)
