Robert Follis, who most recently was the head coach at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, died Friday, his girlfriend Myra Fukuno confirmed Sunday on Facebook.
“Robert Follis, a man who has touched and changed so many lives, passed away on Dec. 15, 2017,” she wrote. “He was kind. He was loving. He was compassionate. Robert was an incredible teacher, who opened our minds and created a space where we knew learning was possible. He had a way of pulling the best out of us. He will be remembered as a beloved friend, brother, son, mentor, and coach by many.”
Follis coached at Xtreme Couture for four years, but left there earlier this month. He was the head coach for the likes of UFC fighters Miesha Tate, Kevin Lee and Bryan Caraway.
Before that, the Oregon native was the longtime coach and co-owner at the legendary Team Quest in Portland, helping guide Randy Couture, Dan Henderson and many more.
Stunned and saddened to hear about Robert follis passing. We both graduated as instructors under @aliveness_ape he went on to do great things with Team Quest and more recently Extreme Couture. A truly great coach who was always quick to offer advice. RIP Robert
— Coach Kavanagh (@John_Kavanagh) December 17, 2017
I became good friends with Robert Follis throughout filming of TUF 25 I just stayed at his house last week I haven’t heard what happened can anyone fill me in? He was an awesome guy and the more I got to know him the more respect I had for him
— Matt Brown (@IamTheImmortal) December 17, 2017
Heart Broken to hear the news about Coach Robert Follis. My thoughts are with his family,… https://t.co/VZ3jpvQgdn
— Brian Stann (@BrianStann) December 17, 2017
Extremely saddened to hear the news about Robert Follis. Heartbroken for his family and close friends. He was truly one of the good guys in the sport.
— Kenny Florian (@kennyflorian) December 17, 2017
Sucks to wake up and hear this news. RIP @robertfollis such a nice guy. pic.twitter.com/gU8knnBmyh
— Dana White (@danawhite) December 17, 2017
This is one of the hardest posts I’ve ever had to make. Robert Follis you were the a light in a… https://t.co/5YKPGUmCL4
— heatherjoclark (@heatherjoclark) December 17, 2017
Extremely saddened to hear the news about Robert Follis. Heartbroken for his family and close friends. He was truly one of the good guys in the sport.
— Kenny Florian (@kennyflorian) December 17, 2017
MMA has lost a great strategist, coach and person. Honored to have know Robert for many years. He will be missed. pic.twitter.com/hnbTLj3c7W
— Greg Jackson (@GregJacksonMMA) December 17, 2017
Robert Follis you will be missed! These little speeches people take for granted. As an teacher and student I will always remember and learn what you have taught. #youwillbemissed #rip #xtremecouture #follismma pic.twitter.com/NMHTSOhmRo
— Roy Nelson (@roynelsonmma) December 17, 2017
