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About Marc & Jeff

World-class experience. Selfless coaching.

Our mission goes beyond winning. We develop athletes holistically. Hobbyists looking for fitness and community, and competitors chasing medals, both have a home here. Our goal is to make you better as an individual by surrounding you with good people.

Marc and Jeff have trained with ADCC and World champions as well as Olympians. We know the process of performance and self-determination, and how to take someone from struggling and out of shape to getting the most out of themselves, mentally and physically. A great coach is selfless and cares about getting you better.

Marcelo GarciaMarc's black belt lineage, under one of the most decorated grapplers of all time.
Ernie Manoco & Dave EspositoJeff's coaching lineage.
World & NCAACompetition experience across our coaching staff.
Staff

Meet your coaches

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Marc Berman

Jiu Jitsu Coach & Founder

Jiu Jitsu has been a huge part of my life since I first stepped onto the mats at fifteen. Seventeen years later, I'm just as passionate as I was as a brand-new white belt. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels at home and safe, where each person works toward their own goals while contributing to the club. We hope you'll come be a part of something meaningful.

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Kevin Sandve

Jiu Jitsu Coach · Thursday No-Gi

A North Jersey native with a background in music, Kevin brings a musician's ear for rhythm and timing to the mats. Over five years of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, he has developed a philosophical, methodical approach to teaching: breaking every technique into its core principles, explaining the why behind each movement, and building skills piece by piece so they hold up when it counts.

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Jeff Marsh

Adult Wrestling Coach & Founder

As a father of three with a packed schedule, my time for me is limited. My activities and friendships had started revolving around my kids and work. I wanted to create a place where I could get in better shape and connect with like-minded people a few times a week. My kids wrestle downstairs while I train upstairs.

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Jordan Velez

Assistant Wrestling Coach

Jordan loves to train, whether it's lifting, running marathons or playing rugby. Coaching wrestling and training Jiu Jitsu fit perfectly into his active, driven lifestyle.

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Colin Navickas

Kids Jiu Jitsu Coach

Colin grew up competing at high levels in Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, judo, kickboxing and karate. His martial arts journey and biomedical engineering education give him a unique perspective on designing kids' training that is fun while teaching real skills.

Who is Jiu Jitsu for?

Jiu Jitsu for everyone

We provide a safe, inclusive environment where every person, regardless of skill level, gender, race, ethnic background, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or physical ability, is accepted and appreciated. Jiu Jitsu is fun, but it's also hard. Anyone willing to show up and do the work will earn, and be shown, respect. We're excited to welcome you.

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