Nicholas is one of the highest ranking and most experience Savateurs in the United States. He is a second degree Silver Glove and holds the rank of Professor as granted by the French Federation of Boxe Francaise Savate. Professor Saignac is also Former French Cup full contact champion. He has coached fighters and given seminars throughout the world and has been an instrumental leader in the development and growth of Boxe Francaise Savate in the United States.