Carnicella MMA
About
Carnicella MMA in Newark, NJ offers comprehensive mixed martial arts training for all skill levels, from beginners to professional fighters. The gym provides instruction in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, boxing, and other MMA disciplines under the guidance of Head Coach Paul Carnicella, a black belt under Edson Carvalho and 2017 NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee. Members consistently praise the coaching staff's expertise and ability to adapt training to individual goals, whether for hobbyists or competitive athletes.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently describe Carnicella MMA as having the best environment and coaching staff in New Jersey, suitable for all levels from beginners to professionals. They praise Head Coach Paul Carnicella by name as an amazing, caring instructor who excels with both adults and children, and who serves as a great mentor on and off the mat. Reviewers highlight the family like atmosphere where everyone takes care of each other and pushes one another to improve every session. Many specifically mention falling in love with both the sport and the academy community over their years of training there.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Isaiah Torres
3 months ago
Highly recommend this team for ANY and ALL levels. The best environment & coaching staff in NJ. From beginner level hobbyists to professional fighting, this team will take you where you need to go!
Felix Marquez
3 months ago
Great MMA gym excellent coach is a motivating environment whether you’re a beginner or experienced this place pushes you to improve every session highly recommend.
Lu Sal
3 months ago
Best mma and brazilian jiujitsu school in New jersey. Sensai paul is amazing and caring great with kids. If you want to learn this is the place look no further.
Benny Bautista
3 months ago
Professor Paul is the best! Whether you are going for BJJ, Wrestling, Boxing, etc. he knows his stuff. He’s a great mentor on and off the mat and would take the shirt off of his back just to give it to you.
Alexis Rojas
3 months ago
Highly recommended for everyone. Such a positive environment to be in, everybody is always taking care of each other. Ive been here for 3 years and fell in love with the sport & academy. Its more like a Family here 🖤
scheduleHours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Paul Carnicella
Head Coach & Instructor
Black Belt (under Edson Carvalho), NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame 2017
Founder and head coach. Background in BJJ, Judo, American Boxing, Thai Kickboxing, and Russian Sambo. Former Golden Gloves and kickboxing competitor. Lead defensive tactics instructor for Essex County Police Academy.