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Perth Amboy Police Department Tactical Control Seminar
On October 4th, under the direct leadership of 2nd Degree Black Belt Thiago Saldanha, Strategic delivered a specialized De-escalation and Tactical Control seminar to the officers of the Perth Amboy Police Department. Leading this training, Professor Thiago emphasized a principle
2026 New Jersey Diamond Gloves Coming to Strategic Academy!
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of amateur boxing! Strategic Academy will host the New Jersey Diamond Gloves on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, and you won’t want to miss the action. We’re especially proud to announce that Strategic Academy Boxing
Congratulations to Chris, Diego, Logan, and Matthew 4 Trusting The Process
Congratulations to Chris, Diego, Logan, and Matthew on your victories today! 4 for 4 — an incredible day for the team! You all put in the work, trusted your preparation, and went out there and got the job done.
Keep working hard, stay patient, stay humble, and always be willing to learn. Most importantly, continue listening to your coaches and trusting the process.
Aaron & Mercedes Are Pan-American Champions
Strategic Academy was proud to have five athletes represent the team at the 2026 Pan American Championship in Florida, one of the most prestigious tournaments in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The team returned home with two Pan American Champions and one bronze
Vinnie Wins Back to Back Diamond Gloves Titles
We would like to congratulate Vinnie Torres for winning the 142 lbs New Jersey Diamond Gloves tournament. This is Vinnie’s 2nd New Jersey Diamond Gloves title in the past two years.
Ismael Wins By 1st Round TKO
This past weekend, Ismael Won his MMA fight by 1st Round TKO. This time Ismael fought for Flex Fights in Queens, NY which featured a pro rule set and something the team was looking for him to present some different
Giorgi Dominates In His Amatuer MMA Debut
This past weekend, Giorgi made his amateur MMA debut for Dead Serious Promotions at Dead Serious 58 in Poughkeepsie, NY . We would like to congratulate him on his dominant unanimous decision victory in his MMA debut. Giorgi has been
Alex Becomes Flex Fights MMA Middleweight Champion
This past weekend, Alex became the Flex Fights Middleweight Champion with 2nd round submission victory in Long Island, NY . We would like to congratulate him on his dominant grappling performance and submission victory in his MMA title fight. Alex
James & Max Win Gold at IBJJF Master Worlds & Jiu Jitsu Con In Las Vegas
The Strategic MMA Family would like to congratulate Mercedes, James and Max on their amazing accomplishments this past weekend at the IBJJF Jiu Jitsu Con and Masters World Championship! During the last twelve months alone, these three athletes have represented
Amanda, Wes & Thinh Dominate at WCKC 23
On April 13th 2024 Strategic had a dominate clean sweep with 3 kickboxing wins at the Showboat hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Gabrielle Roman Wins Via TKO at BKFC 47
We would like to congratulate Gabby on her 1st round TKO victory this past weekend at BKFC 47 in Lakeland, Florida. Not only did she win via TKO, she received Performance of The Night honors. This was Gabby’s 2nd fight
GAVIN IMPROVES HIS MMA RECORD TO 2-0
This past weekend, Gavin stepped back into the cage and improved his MMA record to 2-0 via 2nd round TKO. In only his second fight, Gavin showed much improvement in his striking, grappling, patience and putting it all together. We
STRATEGIC ACADEMY PLACES #2 OVERALL ADULTS IN NJBJJF JUNE TOURNAMENT
We are thrilled to share the amazing achievements of our Jiu-Jitsu competition team at the recent NJBJJF tournament! Our talented team of 12 competitors showed incredible skills and determination, winning an impressive number of medals. They earned 10 gold, 6
Rebecca Improves To 2-0
This past weekend, Rebecca improved her Kickboxing record to 2-0 with a dominant unanimous decision. Rebecca competed for Dead Serious Promotions at their World Class Kickboxing Championship in Atlantic City, NJ. We would like to congratulate Rebecca on her victory this past
STRATEGIC ACADEMY PLACES #1 OVERALL ADULTS IN NJBJJF TOURNAMENT
Congratulations to the Strategic Jiu-Jitsu team for their impressive 14 gold medals, of which 12 came from the adult team, earning the gym the #1 overall adults in the New Jersey Open – NJBJJF Tournament! Under the guidance of Professor
Gavin Wins His Amateur MMA Debut
This past weekend, Gavin made his amateur MMA debut for Dead Serious Promotions in Atlantic City, NJ. We would like to congratulate him on the unanimous decision victory. Gavin has been at the academy for the past two years and
March 12th – Women’s Only Open Mat
A big thank you to all of the amazing women that came out to Strategic’s Women’s only open mat on March 12th, 2023. We shared some great rolls, amazing connections and positive energy! We are happy to continue the momentum
Ismael Wins The WCKC Title
We would like to congratulate Ismael Cisneros for winning the 147 Lbs Dead Serious World Class Kickboxing Championship title this past weekend. Not only did Ish win by unanimous decision, he stepped up to take the fight on short notice.
Omaira Molina Ranks Remains Undefeated In Karate Combat
International martial arts competitor and current Strategic student Omaira Molina continues her reign as top in her division for Karate Combat this year. This Venezuelan native has represented her country for almost a decade in her chosen sport of karate.
Tap Out Cancer At Strategic MMA Gym NJ
Join us December 11th at Strategic MMA gym NJ as we roll for 1-hour to tap out cancer. It won’t be easy–by neither is fighting cancer. Join us as we roll in honor of all those who’ve have fought, and