Black Wolf Martial Arts
About
Black Wolf Martial Arts in Hartford, CT offers comprehensive training in MMA and wrestling, supported by a diverse team of experienced instructors. The gym provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction from multiple coaches including Alberto Torres, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt who also serves as an MMA instructor and strength and conditioning coach. Additional specialties include Muay Thai instruction from world-class champion Mohammed Lemjardine, wrestling coaching from collegiate-level wrestler Mike Ross, and dedicated kids MMA and strength and conditioning programs. The schedule is designed to accommodate various time of day needs, making training accessible for most members.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming, family-like atmosphere where they feel immediately accepted and supported. They highlight head instructor Alberto Torres's excellent coaching, personal commitment to member care, and ability to create challenging workouts for all fitness levels. Reviewers describe a strong sense of community that makes the gym feel like a home away from home, with many calling it the best gym they've experienced. Specific mentions include world-class jiu-jitsu expertise, effective strength and conditioning programs, and coaches who are both technically skilled and genuinely invested in member success.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Anthony Benevides
a year ago
Superior instruction and family oriented environment. If you’re looking for a top notch school to learn any form of striking or grappling, here is the place for you. Their schedule is catered to most time of day needs. You won’t be disappointed when you walk through those doors!
Xiomari Caban Garcia
a year ago
Very friendly group of people, they are all humble & welcoming. A positive training environment.
Arthur Sorsor - The Black Dragoon
4 years ago
The head instructor Alberto has great energy. This makes the training environment very family like. Alberto will go out of his way to make sure his people are well taken cared of. Alberto is an excellent coach, and I learned so much from him. I highly recommend this gym. You won’t regret it. World class jujitsu expert, and great strength and conditioning program among many others offered here.
Sergio Hruszko
a month ago
Best gym I’ve been to, they welcome you with open arms and the community is very supportive. Your success is their success.
Greg Giaquinto
4 years ago
I've been working out here for about 4 months now doing the strength and conditioning classes. Walking into Black Wolf feels like walking into a home away from home. There is a strong sense of community. Be ready to work when you show up. Alberto is a master at putting together workouts that can test your limits no matter what your fitness level is. I've been a gym rat on and off most of my adult life. This is by far my favorite gym.
Contact
153 Boston Post Rd, Orange, CT 06477, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Dana Haigh
BJJ Instructor
Leads Sunday Open Mat BJJ sessions.
Paul Izzo
BJJ Instructor
Teaches midday BJJ classes.
Samantha Soufrine
BJJ Instructor
Leads the Women's Only Jiu-Jitsu class.
Alberto Torres
BJJ Instructor / MMA Instructor / Strength and Conditioning Coach
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
Teaches multiple BJJ, MMA, Muay Thai, and S&C classes. Primary instructor for many adult programs.
Jacob Gergley
BJJ Instructor / Kids MMA Coach
Teaches no-gi BJJ and leads the Wolf Cubs Kids MMA program.
Mike Ross
Wrestling Coach
Collegiate-Level Wrestler
Leads the Wrestling Club classes.
Lauren Wezenter
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Leads the Light Forge 90 strength and conditioning classes.
Arthur Sorsor
Muay Thai Instructor
Teaches Muay Thai classes.
Mohammed Lemjardine
Muay Thai Instructor
World-Class Muay Thai Champion
Internationally recognized Muay Thai champion teaching Muay Thai classes.