Our Coaches
Head Coach – Andrew Craven
Specialties
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Grappling
- Strength & conditioning for martial arts
- Competition preparation & coaching
- Technical skill development for all experience levels
- Youth & beginner progression pathways
Andrew Craven, a 3rd degree black belt, is the Head Coach and driving force behind Zero Gravity Martial Arts, known for his technical precision, calm coaching style, and commitment to developing athletes of all levels. With years of competitive experience and a deep passion for martial arts, Andrew has built a training environment where discipline, learning, and personal growth come first.
Over the years Andrew broadened his training to gain experience in Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Boxing, Kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts, now commonly known as MMA.
Andrew combines modern training methods with proven fundamentals, giving students a clear pathway from beginner to advanced skill levels. His coaching philosophy centres on creating a positive, structured atmosphere where members feel supported, challenged, and empowered to push their limits — whether they're training for competition, fitness, or personal development.
Andrew has coached a wide spectrum of athletes and organisations, including the New Zealand Army and the Counties Steelers rugby programme, in addition to guiding beginners, seasoned competitors, and podium-level performers.
At Zero Gravity Martial Arts, Andrew leads by example: always learning, always evolving, and always putting the team first.
Specialties
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Grappling
- Strength & conditioning for martial arts
- Competition preparation & coaching
- Technical skill development for all experience levels
- Youth & beginner progression pathways
Coach – Inger Craven
Areas of Focus
- Women's self-defence & empowerment training
- Technical fundamentals for beginners
- Confidence, mindset & skill progression
- Supportive coaching for all learning styles
Inger Craven, a 1st degree black belt, is a key leader at Zero Gravity Martial Arts, known for her supportive coaching style, attention to detail, and ability to bring out confidence in students of all ages and experience levels. With a strong background in martial arts, Inger plays an essential role in shaping the welcoming, community-focused culture that Zero Gravity is known for.
Inger is also a pioneer in the Australasian martial arts community. She is the first female within Will/Machado New Zealand to be awarded a Black Belt — a milestone that reflects her commitment, technical expertise, and years of dedication.
Inger enjoys the opportunity to bring something positive to the local community and is particularly proud to have delivered a specialised talk for Counties Manukau Women Police Officers, focusing on practical self-defence, situational awareness, and confidence-building strategies tailored to real-world demands. Her ability to communicate clearly, adapt techniques to different learning styles, and create a safe, positive training environment has made her an invaluable resource in women's self-defence education.
At Zero Gravity Martial Arts, Inger works closely with members across adult, youth, and beginner programmes.
Areas of Focus
- Women's self-defence & empowerment training
- Technical fundamentals for beginners
- Confidence, mindset & skill progression
- Supportive coaching for all learning styles