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Pressure Jiu Jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Northfield, New Jersey
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 609-328-5657
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“If you want a great workout, you’ll definitely get a good sweat.”
“The training environment here is positive, challenging, and supportive — perfect for beginners as well as advanced students looking to sharpen their skills.”
“Whether you’re interested in MMA or Jiu Jitsu as a hobby, or you want to compete in the sport, Pressure has everything you need to achieve your goals.”
“I am very thankful for sensei to have motivated me to want to try and then enjoy my training of Muay Thai and Ju Jitsu.”
Other martial arts here
“I am very thankful for sensei to have motivated me to want to try and then enjoy my training of Muay Thai and Ju Jitsu.”
“I’ve had the privilege of training at Pressure Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, and I can confidently say this is one of the best martial arts academies in the area.”
“I’ve had the privilege of training at Pressure Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, and I can confidently say this is one of the best martial arts academies in the area.”
What members say
“Coach Ivan is creates a great environment that makes it easy to be a new “old” guy surrounded by animals training to compete!”
“The training environment here is positive, challenging, and supportive — perfect for beginners as well as advanced students looking to sharpen their skills.”
“If you want a great workout, you’ll definitely get a good sweat.”
“If you want a great workout, you’ll definitely get a good sweat.”
“Whether you’re interested in MMA or Jiu Jitsu as a hobby, or you want to compete in the sport, Pressure has everything you need to achieve your goals.”
“The facility is clean, well-equipped, and offers a variety of classes that keep training fresh and challenging.”
From the reviews
Not only is this THE BEST Jiu Jitsu and MMA gym out there, but it's a gym molded on a family first mentality, hardworking character, and a kick a** coach who gives his all everyday !!! JOIN ASAP IT'S WORTH YOUR TIME !!!
I would like to say sensei (coach/teacher) Ivan Perez’s style of teaching is very welcoming, encouraging, and motivating. The group of people you work with are a great bunch of talented and motivating individuals/teammates that you train with.
Fantastic gym with a top-notch team of coaches who truly care about your progress! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced fighter, the supportive and motivating atmosphere here makes all the difference. The facility is clean, well-equipped, and offers a variety of classes that keep training fresh and challenging.
Coach Ivan is an instructor who’s passion is palpable when you are on the mats with him. He’s the type of coach that lives to see his students learn, grow and improve.
New to kickboxing? Start at Pressure Jiu Jitsu & MMA
Pressure Jiu Jitsu & MMA comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Pressure Jiu Jitsu & MMA
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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