Aaron Rydeen

Coach Aaron “Chainsaw” Rydeen is a dedicated kickboxing coach with a passion for helping his students reach their full potential. He began his kickboxing journey in 1997 while finishing college at St. Cloud American Kickboxing. This gym, located near the SCSU campus, focuses on Golden Gloves boxing, wrestling, judo, and martial arts.

Over the past 25 years, Aaron has not only been an instructor but also an active participant in the sport, having had several amateur bouts in the early 2000s. Beyond kickboxing, he is a veteran marathon runner and triathlete, and he enjoys downhill skiing and mountain biking in the Western United States.

As a coach, Aaron brings a teaching style that is full of energy and positive reinforcement, ensuring that his students are not only learning the techniques but also enjoying the journey of self-improvement through kickboxing.

Quote: “Did you train today? Your competition did”