Matthew Kolonia

Learn About Matthew Kolonia

Hometown:


First Wrestling/Boxing/Muay Thai Experience:
I’ve been wresting since I was in kindergarten

Why Martial Arts/Wrestling?
Wrestling teaches you about responsibility, self perseverance, and accountability. There will always be people supporting you, but ultimately you have to dictate what you want to accomplish.

College:
Bucknell University
Bachelor of Engineering: Mechanical Engineering (2021)
(In Pursuit) Masters of Engineering: Additive Manufacturing & Design (2024)

College Accolades
Multiple time NJ state placer
4 year division one starter and captain
NCAA Qualifier

Amateur/Professional Fighting career recap and record:


Classes Taught at Edge:
Wrestling Foundations & Wrestling for Intermediate/Advanced Athletes

Coaching/instructing Philosophy:
You’ll never succeed at something that you don’t love. Whether you’re just starting out, or you’re a seasoned vet you, learn to love the sport!

Why Train at Edge if you are prospective student:
Location, location, location. The best wrestlers in the world come here to train, why shouldn’t you?

What does being a coach/instructor at Edge mean to you?
Giving back to the sport that has given me so much.

Hobbies off the mat or anything else you want people to know?:
Mechanical and Design engineer. Reading. Learning about anything I can!

A student should ask me about ________ If they want expert insight/technique/info on______:
Wrestling wise - anything. I’ve always loved talking about mindset and learning to be creative and unique on the mat. I also love to learn about my students outside of the sport and provide advice, or even learn from them whenever I can.