Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Marc Montoya - is a world-renowned UFC coach, Head Coach and Owner of Factory X Muay Thai / MMA / BJJ, accomplished martial artist, avid bowhunter and fly fisherman, devoted father, mentor, writer, and public speaker. With more than two decades of experience training, fighting, and teaching in the Denver area, Marc has helped shape some of the world’s top mixed martial artists and continues to be one of the most respected coaches in combat sports. Marc was nominated for 2018 Coach of the Year by the World MMA Awards and is a two-time Colorado MMA Awards Coach of the Year (2012 & 2014). Beyond the cage, Marc is known for his disciplined leadership, thoughtful approach to personal growth, and commitment to developing not just elite fighters—but well-rounded human beings. Through his writing and public speaking, he shares insights on mindset, resilience, leadership, faith, and navigating adversity both in sport and in life. In this episode, Coach Marc Montoya sits down with Bobby Marshall in The Mountain Side studio for a wide-ranging conversation covering a winning-and-learning mindset, UFC and MMA culture, coaching at the highest level, mentorship, faith, reading and books, overcoming cancer, family and friendships, outdoor ethics, bowhunting, fly fishing, and the deeper lessons found through discipline, struggle, and connection to the outdoors. This is a powerful and authentic conversation with one of the most influential coaches in MMA—offering wisdom that extends far beyond the sport. Please subscribe, like, and follow The Mountain Side Podcast on social media for updates on new episodes, events, and future releases.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:37 Catching Up and Busy Schedules
01:26 Faith and Personal Growth
06:48 Four Pillars of Success
15:31 The Fighter's Corner and Coaching Insights
29:05 Challenges and Copyright Issues
34:35 Wildlife Policy and Conservation
49:11 The Importance of Experience
50:19 Dustin Jacoby's Journey
51:58 The Challenges of Fighting
55:18 The Role of a Coach
59:42 The Value of Discipline
01:23:41 The Loneliness of Winning
01:30:08 Learning from Failure
01:34:51 The Power of Boring Discipline
01:35:15 Ego and Humility: The Path to Clarity
01:37:35 A Life-Changing Perspective Shift
01:40:27 The Journey of Recovery and Resilience
01:45:56 The Importance of Purpose and Intention
01:48:15 Finding Peace Through Faith and Reflection
02:00:41 The Role of Tradition and Culture in Personal Growth
02:04:57 The Impact of Vulnerability and Divine Intervention
02:16:21 Balancing Life and Responsibilities
02:17:02 Morning Routine and Self-Care
02:20:19 The Power of Faith and Divine Intervention
02:24:51 Personal Growth and Overcoming Challenges
02:29:26 The Impact of Martial Arts on Kids
02:49:41 The Guardian Program and Community Support
03:00:11 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
Marc Montoya - is a world-renowned UFC coach, Head Coach and Owner of Factory X Muay Thai / MMA / BJJ, accomplished martial artist, avid bowhunter and fly fisherman, devoted father, mentor, writer, and public speaker. With more than two decades of experience training, fighting, and teaching in the Denver area, Marc has helped shape some of the world’s top mixed martial artists and continues to be one of the most respected coaches in combat sports. Marc was nominated for 2018 Coach of the Year by the World MMA Awards and is a two-time Colorado MMA Awards Coach of the Year (2012 & 2014). Beyond the cage, Marc is known for his disciplined leadership, thoughtful approach to personal growth, and commitment to developing not just elite fighters—but well-rounded human beings. Through his writing and public speaking, he shares insights on mindset, resilience, leadership, faith, and navigating adversity both in sport and in life. In this episode, Coach Marc Montoya sits down with Bobby Marshall in The Mountain Side studio for a wide-ranging conversation covering a winning-and-learning mindset, UFC and MMA culture, coaching at the highest level, mentorship, faith, reading and books, overcoming cancer, family and friendships, outdoor ethics, bowhunting, fly fishing, and the deeper lessons found through discipline, struggle, and connection to the outdoors. This is a powerful and authentic conversation with one of the most influential coaches in MMA—offering wisdom that extends far beyond the sport. Please subscribe, like, and follow The Mountain Side Podcast on social media for updates on new episodes, events, and future releases.
themountainsidepodcast.com
🔻Watch more of The Mountain Side Podcast Episodes here 🔻
youtube.com/watch?v=fKHdAzJWV0w&list=PLUVu632r4xm5lsI8x7BVdmpTQdQn7FHy0
Sponsor Links:
SABObroadheads.com
Mountain Side listeners receive $10 off & Free Shipping on all SABO Broadheads!
BulletProof.com
Mountain Side listeners, Use Discount code: MOUNTAINSIDE to receive 20% off all Bulletproof products!
Show Links
factoryxmuaythai.com
guardiangym.org/factoryx
savethehuntcolorado.com
youtube.com/@ThroughTheGatesPodcast
warpartymovement.com
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:37 Catching Up and Busy Schedules
01:26 Faith and Personal Growth
06:48 Four Pillars of Success
15:31 The Fighter's Corner and Coaching Insights
29:05 Challenges and Copyright Issues
34:35 Wildlife Policy and Conservation
49:11 The Importance of Experience
50:19 Dustin Jacoby's Journey
51:58 The Challenges of Fighting
55:18 The Role of a Coach
59:42 The Value of Discipline
01:23:41 The Loneliness of Winning
01:30:08 Learning from Failure
01:34:51 The Power of Boring Discipline
01:35:15 Ego and Humility: The Path to Clarity
01:37:35 A Life-Changing Perspective Shift
01:40:27 The Journey of Recovery and Resilience
01:45:56 The Importance of Purpose and Intention
01:48:15 Finding Peace Through Faith and Reflection
02:00:41 The Role of Tradition and Culture in Personal Growth
02:04:57 The Impact of Vulnerability and Divine Intervention
02:16:21 Balancing Life and Responsibilities
02:17:02 Morning Routine and Self-Care
02:20:19 The Power of Faith and Divine Intervention
02:24:51 Personal Growth and Overcoming Challenges
02:29:26 The Impact of Martial Arts on Kids
02:49:41 The Guardian Program and Community Support
03:00:11 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
