Whaling City Athletic Club
About
Whaling City Athletic Club in Hartford, CT is a comprehensive martial arts facility offering MMA and wrestling disciplines, supported by a diverse team of over 15 specialized instructors. The gym provides instruction in Jiu Jitsu, boxing, kickboxing, striking, HIIT, and strength and conditioning, catering to everyone from beginners to experienced competitors. Coaches like Jiu Jitsu instructors Jason Whitford, Chris Simmons, and Paul "P$" Vine, boxing instructors Kent Ward and Kyle Holland, and strength trainers Ashley James and Jen Ward create a well rounded training environment.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the gym's incredibly welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, with multiple reviewers noting they felt welcomed "from the time I stepped foot in the door" and that coaches welcome people "with open arms." Reviewers highlight the excellent coaching quality, describing instructors as "the most caring set of guys" who provide respectful, kind, and positive instruction suitable for all experience levels. Specific coaches like Jay Jodoin receive frequent mention for being "super cool" and creating a friendly environment where "everyone that I met were just great people overall." The gym is described as perfect for hobbyists, competitors, and beginners alike, with no negative feedback mentioned in the reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Sibbie Miles
a year ago
Great Gym, Great staff & coaches ! Took a visit here while on vacation from another state. Jay & Kim made me feel welcomed from the time I stepped foot in the door ! I will definitely be back here every time I visit New London
Susan Matera
5 months ago
My dad has been going to this INCREDIBLE gym for years now. He has Parkinson's Disease, and the classes that he takes with fellow men and women, are exactly what he needs. When I say, this place, is the MOST caring, hands on, energetic gym, I CANNOT say it enough. ALL the instructors, are the most caring set of guys, and keep my dad involved, with respect, kindness and true positivity. We would be lost without this gym, and excellent staff. I am forever grateful for them. Thank you, every day
Jay Kay
7 months ago
Whaling City is an amazing place. I moved to New London three years ago with a combat sports background. Jay and the others coaches welcomed me with open arms. They have it all. It's the perfect environment whether your a hobbyist, competitor, or a beginner you will find what your looking for.
William Trial
6 months ago
Jay is a super cool guy and very welcoming. I enjoyed training at the Mega BJJ Open Mat and had a fun time. Everyone that I met were just great people overall. I’m glad that I made the drive and trained with everyone. Whaling City is an awesome place to train BJJ. They offer a lot of martial arts and have a great schedule. Highly recommended. Easy 5/5. Thanks for having me Jay. It was a pleasure meeting you.
Chris Simmons
4 months ago
Great gym, great environment, friendly, encouraging, and welcoming for anyone at any experience level, whether it Jiu Jitsu, boxing, wrestling, kickboxing or just exercising, whaling city is an awesome place to train.
Contact
436 Broad St, New London, CT 06320, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 – 10:00 AM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Ashley James
Strength & Fitness Instructor
Jason Whitford
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Jen Ward
Strength & Fitness Instructor
Chris Simmons
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Alex Choiniere
Strength / Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Keaton Sulman
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Kent Ward
Boxing Instructor / Gym Owner
Paul "P$" Vine
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Jay Jodoin
Jiu Jitsu / MMA Instructor
Madison Germini
HIIT / Fitness Instructor
Kyle Holland
Boxing Instructor
Steve Montanari
Strength Training Instructor
Sam Murallo
Boxing / Kickboxing Instructor
The Dull's - Josh & Ontavia
Strength & Conditioning Instructors
Tim Padua
Striking / Combat Sports Instructor
Jack Alkon
Boxing Fitness Instructor
Dean Festa
Boxing Fitness Instructor
Ted Nunes
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Ronnie DiNoto
Boxing Instructor