Business Details
Your Premier Martial Arts Academy in Lyndhurst, NJ
Subforce BJJ has been North Jersey's premier martial arts academy for over two decades, dedicated to providing world-class instruction in Brazilian JiuJitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Freestyle Judo. Our community-driven culture fosters collaboration and mutual respect while emphasizing real-life skill development that builds confidence, discipline, and emotional resilience. With elite instructors actively training at the cutting edge of martial arts evolution, we maintain the purity of traditional techniques while adapting to modern needs.Our mission extends beyond physical training to develop champions both on and off the mat through programs designed for children, teens, and adults at all skill levels. We offer specialized classes including kids' martial arts, adult grappling, striking instruction, and parent-child training sessions in a clean, safe environment that promotes lifelong learning and personal growth.
Services
Brazilian JiuJitsu
Muay Thai
Kids Classes
Judo Instruction
Parent + Me BJJ
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of martial arts expertise with championship-level instructors
- Our academy provides comprehensive training in multiple disciplines under one roof
- Community-focused environment promotes mutual respect and collaborative learning
- We offer a free week of unlimited training for new students
- Specialized programs available for children starting at age 3
What people say
Part of a family
Best place I've trained
Coaches are great
Changed my life
LOVES his class
Services
Brazilian JiuJitsu
Adult Brazilian JiuJitsu instruction focuses on ground fighting techniques using leverage and positioning. This martial art develops self-defense skills, physical fitness, and mental discipline through progressive training that emphasizes technique over strength. Students learn submission holds and positional control in a supportive environment that values technical proficiency and strategic thinking.
Muay Thai
Muay Thai classes teach traditional Thai striking techniques using fists, elbows, knees, and feet. Training includes stand-up combat drills, clinch work, and conditioning exercises that improve cardiovascular fitness, coordination, and self-defense capabilities. Our program balances authentic Muay Thai principles with modern training methodologies for effective skill development.
Kids Classes
Our children's martial arts program for ages 3-14 builds fundamental skills while emphasizing safety and proper technique. Classes develop physical coordination, self-confidence, and discipline through age-appropriate instruction in Brazilian JiuJitsu and MMA basics. The curriculum incorporates character development and social skills alongside practical self-defense training.
Judo Instruction
Freestyle Judo training covers throws, pins, and submission techniques that enhance grappling abilities. This comprehensive program develops balance, timing, and body control while teaching effective self-defense applications. Students progress through structured lessons that maintain traditional Judo principles while complementing other martial arts training.
Parent + Me BJJ
The Parent + Me BJJ program allows parents to train with children aged 1-5 in a playful learning environment. This 30-minute class introduces basic grappling concepts through interactive drills that build coordination, trust, and foundational martial arts skills in young children while strengthening family bonds.
People
Marcos Duarte
Instructor
Third-degree Jiujitsu black belt with multiple No-Gi Pan-American Championship titles, Marcos brings elite-level expertise to our Brazilian JiuJitsu program.
Abraham Awad
Owner
Second-degree Jiujitsu black belt under Marcos Duarte with 20 years martial arts experience, Abraham leads our academy's instructional team.
Miguel Perez
Instructor
Head Muay Thai instructor and seasoned competitor, Miguel specializes in traditional Thai striking techniques and clinch work applications.
Steven Santos
Instructor
Judo black belt and Jiujitsu purple belt, Steven brings competitive experience to our Freestyle Judo and grappling instruction programs.
Charles Giangeruso
Instructor
Certified Gracie Combatives instructor and Lyndhurst PD Lieutenant, Charles holds a black belt in Jiujitsu with expertise in practical self-defense applications.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Brazilian JiuJitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Freestyle Judo instruction for all ages and skill levels.
Do you offer trial classes for new students?
Yes, we provide a free week of unlimited training for both kids and adults trying our programs.
What age groups do your classes accommodate?
Our programs serve children as young as 3, teens, and adults through specialized age-appropriate instruction.
Are your instructors certified professionals?
Our team includes championship-level black belts with decades of combined martial arts experience and competition backgrounds.
Is martial arts training safe for children?
We prioritize safety with structured programs that teach proper technique under close instructor supervision for all youth classes.
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