Here is a video of NJ United Mixed Martial Arts head instructor Jay Hayes competing in the absolute division at the 2009 Pan American No Gi Jiu Jitsu Championships. The absolute division allows competitors from all weight classes to compete against one another to determine who is the “absolute” champion. In the first round Jay […]

Congratulations to Combat Gold student Renzo on his performance at Grapplers Quest this Saturday December 10th. NJ United MMA only had one student competing at Grapplers Quest and Renzo came home with 2 medals! Renzo won the GOLD medal in the absolute division (no weight limit) and the silver in the welterweight (160-169lbs.) division. In the […]

Among practitioners of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), Submission Grappling, and Mixed Martial Arts there is a very common debate as to the effectiveness of training with the kimono (gi). Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but they should be able to provide validity to their statements with proof or facts. Simply stating ones opinion […]