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Pressure Jiu Jitsu & MMA
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Northfield, New Jersey
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
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- 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
“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 training environment here is positive, challenging, and supportive — perfect for beginners as well as advanced students looking to sharpen their skills.”
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.”
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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Here’s a picture I uploaded of when sensei had JT from EssentialBJJ the Ju Jitsu team he’s affiliated with came for a seminar to teach us some valuable skills.”
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 BJJ? 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 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 Pressure Jiu Jitsu & MMA
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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