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AllStar Martial Arts — Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Kids Program
Union County

Martial Arts in Cranford, NJ

Ten minutes from downtown Cranford. The other martial arts schools are fitness boxing in disguise.

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Why Cranford families drive to AllStar

10 Minutes — Worth The Drive

Renzo Gracie Garwood is right next door to Cranford — same lineage, solid school. What sets AllStar apart is the coach. Jamal Patterson isn't just a Renzo Gracie black belt — he's an ADCC veteran, a pro MMA fighter with wins in the IFL and Bellator, and a UWC Light Heavyweight Champion. That competition experience changes how technique is taught. Cranford families who've been with us for five and ten years will tell you the difference shows up on the mat.

Cranford has the train, the river, the downtown. What it doesn't have is a coach with Jamal's competition resume teaching adult BJJ ten minutes away. Two weeks free — walk in and see.

What we teach

Programs Available to Cranford Families

Adult BJJ

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults 16+. Renzo Gracie lineage. Beginners welcome.

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Adult Muay Thai

Real pad work, serious cardio, no fluff. The Art of 8 Limbs.

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Adult MMA

Coached by an IFL & Bellator veteran. Real integration of all three disciplines.

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Lions (Kids 7–13)

Confidence, discipline, bullyproofing — through real BJJ.

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Cubs (Kids 4–6)

Age-appropriate fun + structure. Confidence, listening, coordination.

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The coach

Why Lineage Actually Matters

I'm Jamal Patterson. I trained directly under Renzo Gracie at his academy in New York. I'm an ADCC veteran and pro MMA fighter — fought in the IFL and Bellator, won the UWC light heavyweight title on a first-round guillotine. I graduated from Colgate. I've been coaching at AllStar in Union since 2011.

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Renzo Gracie
Black Belt
ADCC
Veteran
UWC
Light Heavy
Champion
2011
In Union
Since
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If you know Cranford

You Know These Spots — We're A Short Drive From All Of Them

📍 Downtown Cranford📍 Nomahegan Park📍 Rahway River📍 Cranford Train Station
Nearby

Other Towns We Serve

Westfield → Roselle Park → Union →
Got questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is the gym from Cranford? +
About 10 minutes up the Parkway. Free parking on-site at 1166 West Chestnut St.
What's included in the free trial? +
Two weeks of unlimited classes — adults can try BJJ, Muay Thai, and MMA. Kids can try Cubs (4–6) or Lions (7–13). Use of a gi and gear during the trial. Pre-class consultation with Coach Jamal or a senior instructor. No card required to start.
What if my kid has never trained? +
Most kids walk in untrained. We have a structured beginner curriculum. The first few classes are about getting comfortable. By month two, your kid is part of the room.
Will I be the only beginner? +
No. There are always new students starting. We pair beginners with experienced training partners who guide rather than test. The room is calibrated for it.
I'm in my 40s/50s — too late? +
We have students in their 50s and 60s. BJJ rewards technique over strength, so age is less of a factor than people assume. You set the pace.
Do you have evening classes? +
Yes. Adult classes at 6 PM, 7 PM, and 8 PM most weekdays, plus Saturday morning. Built around working schedules and NYC commutes.
How do I sign up? +
Fill out the form on this page or call (908) 341-1131. We'll text you to confirm a class time.

Two Weeks Free — Cranford Families Welcome

Show up. Bring water. We'll handle the rest. No commitment, no pressure.

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