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Power Half Wrestling and Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Cookstown, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule powerhalfwrestling.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (609) 901-4950
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It is not everyday you find a group of people who can, honestly, tame and train kids.”
“They offer workshops from time to time including women self defense which was very informative and all around a great class!”
“Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this gym offers an amazing training experience.”
Other martial arts here
“This academy is very accommodating to all skill levels in Bjj, wrestling, Muay Thai , and MMA.”
“This academy is very accommodating to all skill levels in Bjj, wrestling, Muay Thai , and MMA.”
“I want to thank Coach Jeff and the team at Power Half Wrestling Academy for offering me a home away from home.”
What members say
“Knowledgeable instructors that create a great atmosphere for learning and applying technique.”
“Matt and Stephanie are so welcoming and make you feel like family the second you walk in the door and treat your child like their own.”
“Matt and Stephanie are so welcoming and make you feel like family the second you walk in the door and treat your child like their own.”
“His attention to detail is remarkable, and he has an incredible knack for breaking down techniques to help improve my striking.”
“My son is all in on going back daily. He loves the exercise and the skills he is learning.”
“On top of the staff, is a great facility with professional level equipment clean and in good shape.”
From the reviews
It is not everyday you find a group of people who can, honestly, tame and train kids. My 6 year old attends daily and Coaches Matt, Joey, Pat, Kaitlyn, & Stephanie are absolutely amazing at getting their attention, holding it, and teaching them great skills. My son is all in on going back daily.
Outstanding coaches who care about the kids! A family-like atmosphere that's welcoming to wrestlers of all skill levels. We are PHW!
Words can’t describe how happy I am with this gym. The coaches are incredible and my son looks forward to going to class every day. If you’re local to Ft. Dix it’s a no brainer. If you’re a little further away it’s well worth the trip! 10 out of 10 recommend!!!
Super military friendly, was able to drop in for a few days and train for free, as I’m only in the area for a few days. Class was fantastic from the warmups, to teaching the moves, to rolling. The place has a very friendly and warm atmosphere.
New to BJJ? Start at Power Half Wrestling and Mixed Martial Arts
Power Half Wrestling and Mixed Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all 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, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Power Half Wrestling and Mixed Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a BJJ 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 basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals 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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