Pro MMA Fighter and UFC Lightweight Champion Frankie "The Answer" Edgar brings martial arts to his hometown in Toms River, New Jersey. We provide the finest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts classes to unlock your highest potential. We cater to kids, teens, and adults of all ages and train each of them to awaken the fighter within. More than that, we're a school that is committed to seeing you thrive. Join us and be a part of our martial arts family.
Starter Package Available Now (with membership only) - $99 package Includes first Month Unlimited Training and your gear!
Embody The Heart and Mind of a Champion
As you go through our classes, you will gain practical and effective self-defense skills for yourself and loved ones. More importantly, we teach you not just how to be a champion but also how to win in life. Discover the value of hard work, self-discipline, and perseverance in and out of the training grounds.
We can't wait to train with you soon. All levels are welcome.
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (coming soon!)
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
Mixed Martial Arts
Kickboxing
Grow and Thrive With the Power of Martial Arts!
At Frankie Edgar Iron Army Academy, the story doesn't end in the finish line. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts is a lifelong process of continuously evolving yourself and growing with others. With the guidance of Frankie "the Answer" Edgar and his team, we deliver our purpose which is rooted in a firm passion to always keep going, to remember your reasons, and to look fear straight in the face and fight!
Sign up today and enroll in our introductory program. No experience required!
Kids Jiu-Jitsu (coming soon!)
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
Mixed Martial Arts
Kickboxing
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Kids Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai
Adult Jiu Jitsu
MMA (All Access)
Adult Muay Thai/Kickboxing
Have Questions About Our Programs? Text or Call 848-226-7133 or Email ironarmyacademy@frankieedgar.com!
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Hear what our members are saying
Love love love it here. My kids enjoying coming so much it’s the first time my oldest has genuinely enjoyed an activity. My youngest is always wanting to go Monday- Friday. My schedule can be a little crazy at times so the fact they have classes everyday alternating everyday between the time for jujitsu and Muay Thai is awesome because it helps with my work schedule. I also tried their free trial and now it has become a family activity. We are so happy to have came here. Everyone is also so sweet, helpful and informative wish there was more than just five stars to give they would get them all
Jennifer Graca
My son has been coming here since it opened in September 2024. If you’re looking for a gym where you want to learn jiu jitsu, Muay Thai or just have a great workout experience I definitely recommend Iron Army Academy. The atmosphere is so relaxed and not like most gyms. They are wonderful with the kids. Very understanding and really take the time to teach them and practice the techniques in jiu jitsu and Muay Thai. Along with how to be respectful to each other. The improvement in my son since September has been amazing!! We are so glad we joined!
Jade Burton
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – A Game-Changer in Training and Character Development
Frankie Edgar’s Iron Army Academy is everything you could ask for in a martial arts and fitness training facility—and more. From the moment you walk through the doors, you feel the intensity, the discipline, and most importantly, the respect that fuels this academy.
Led by UFC legend Frankie Edgar himself, the coaching staff is second to none. Every coach brings high-level experience, real fight knowledge, and an incredible ability to connect with students of all levels—from complete beginners to aspiring professionals. They don’t just teach technique—they build warriors, instilling mental toughness, confidence, and humility in every session.
Whether you’re training in wrestling, striking, jiu-jitsu, or just looking to get in shape, the programming is world-class. Every session is challenging, but the coaches push you with purpose. You’re not just working out—you’re leveling up.
The environment is what truly sets Iron Army apart. It’s competitive without being toxic, supportive without being soft. Kids, teens, and adults all train side by side with a common goal: to get better every single day.
If you’re serious about your training, want to learn from the best, or want your child to gain confidence, discipline, and grit—Iron Army is the place to be. It’s not just a gym. It’s a family. It’s a mindset. It’s a movement.
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David Russo
Great clean gym to train at! Awesome atmosphere.
Erickson Machine & Performance
We signed up our 6 year old son and he is THRIVING!!!! 6 years old and he’s being trained in Brazilian JiuJitsu by a world champ. Frankie cares about all levels and all ages and he truly puts in the work to help his students succeed especially the little guys. All of the coaches have been so wonderful and extremely patient. Frankie’s wife Renee is always welcoming at the desk and knows everyone as well. My son is already more confident and looks forward to going every single week. Best decision we’ve made for our son!
Emma Scribellito
Highly recommend, been training since the Iron Academy opened, and I can say confidently that they bring the best environment and technical training. The champ himself is in there everyday along with other high level professors inspiring both the adults and the younger generation. But don’t take my word for it, come try it and feel it for yourself in the greatest town in Jersey, Toms River!
vin O'Donnell
For someone who has been competing in sports almost my whole life then coaching the last 20 yrs I could tell you from experience Frankie is one of the best coaches I've ever witnessed !! Wether it be for the highest of competition in ultimate fighter , ufc world titles , helping and mentoring men in the best colleges to the Olympics to seeing him help kids in countless youth wrestling practices or matches or any kid or adult that wants to have some fun or better themselves at a seminar I've seen frankie give his heart and soul to helping others reach their goals . That is the ONLY WAY frankie knows how to do ANYTHING in his life giving it EVERYTHING he has and being caring and patient and showing love while he flawlessly teaches ANYTHING and Everything from jui jitsu , wrestling , boxing , kicking , cardio , diet , health , rehab, life and much more I've seen him do it all the last 20 yrs !! If you or your child are under the tutelage of Frankie you are absolutely in the best hands not only in the state but in the country . Frankie will make a plan from A-Z and help you conquer any goal you have !! If you join this gym that will become one of the staples of best gym in NJ ( very fast ) your one of lucky ones . Best of luck and God Bless the ones that do and train hard
Mark Henry
Beautiful gym and top notch instructors. Highly recommend checking it out!