School of Wrestling

EDGE is Americas first School of Wrestling, founded by Ernie Monaco in 1984

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Edge Hoboken Fall Schedule for Kids Wrestling: Edge Kids

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Coaches Corner: Day one to the NCAA

Guiding a wrestler from their first day to year one is my favorite process in this sport. We are fortunate to have worked with over 500 first day athletes. Through this experience we developed a system unlike any others. We build youth wrestlers confidence and motor skills before emphasizing competition. Competition can deplete confidence if an athlete is not ready, in year 1 we focus on having fun and learning through the sport until they are mature enough to compete. Most wrestling programs stress competition first, this leads to first year burnout and low retention. We specialize in that critical first day and ultra critical first three months into the sport. 

“We separate all new wrestlers into our Level 1 program. The focus is on 5-8 year old developmental skills including: listening, motor control, balance, and confidence.  I foster curiosity, not stifle it, and encourage individual learning. One must first learn to control themselves, before they are able to master the control of others. 100% of the Level 1 campers from last summer are still wrestling today.” - Coach Jeff

For me, this is the most rewarding time. Working with youth who may never have stayed involved in wrestling, but we are able to guide them along until they can develop at their own rate. This has proved to lead to great success with over 100 New Jersey State Champions, 12 NCAA Titles, and two Olympians under the Edge tutelage. But for me the wins aren’t most rewarding; seeing a wrestler find that college acceptance letter or scholarship offer he always dreamed of is what I cherish most. 

This year I failed several of our wrestlers. The recruiting process is a hard one, and through the season I had assumed they were on top of SAT / ACT testing and staying in contact with busy college coaches. Normally I push this, and stay on top of connecting our wrestlers with the right schools. This year we were very busy in house, changing programs around so we can better help students, and I feel I let me guys down.  It is a hard place to be as a coach, as they have dedicated thousands of hours, hundreds of days, their lives for this. And I was unable to help them where I excel most. Finding the right fit. 

“I am proud of the solutions they have come up with, and know the door for them will be even larger now. They have shown immense maturity in the new career paths they have executed and I am excited to keep working with them to grow their new opportunities, there are bigger doors open for them. As with anything it is time to reset the goal, find a better position, and reach greater heights. Michael and Freddie, I am looking forward to this year for you. Congrats to you both.” - Coach Jeff

From this failure I have grown and am motivated to implement weekly SAT Prep in the loft, more NCAA deadline knowledge and more recruitment process information into the schools, my posts, and our camps. 2016 / 2017 will be a big year for the Edge Kids. 

Congrats to our 2016 Graduates and NCAA Signees!

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3 tips to Stay fit in Summer

1) Constantly stay hydrated:

You should be consuming 8-10 oz of water to start your morning and immediately before bed. Make your goal to maintain 64 oz of water throughout the day.

2) Have a reason to stay in shape:

Click here to get the full article and Ray’s tips

Weather it be your children, a competition, a 5k or even vanity. A lack of a reason and one weekend BBQ is all you need to fall back to bad habits.

3) Don’t be afraid to eat:

If you feel defeated because you had too many burgers on Sunday, then food wins. Instead, focus on the occasional cheap meal is actually something you may need mentally and physically to stay on your consistent path. Especially if you’ve upped your training and your diet is low in carbs.

For more fitness tips follow: @RayRodFitness or check out his free strength & conditioning class designed for Wrestlers + fighters, it’s in Hoboken on Thursday nights at 8:30pm. You can also check out Larry’s program Monday + Wednesday at 6:30pm. Both are free to current students.

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Elmer Recinos, Assistant Coach at Edge Muay Thai Hoboken, won his second career fight by third round TKO. Elmer utilized pressure and control to dominate the bout.

Coach Jeff: Deciding to go from training to taking a fight, what was hardest about making that decision? 

Elmer:  The hardest was actually believing that I was ready, and if I wasn't that I could GET ready. So much of fighting is mental, and more than being physically fit and durable, I had to believe that I was those things. Cuz It doesn't matter if you can run 5 miles without breaking a sweat, or go 100 rounds sparring, if you think you ain't ready you're gonna gas out. 

Coach Jeff: How has your mindset changed since your first fight? 

Elmer: I used to be in less control in my life. Even leading up to my first fight I was fucking up, my brain was all over over the place, horrible diet, didn't care about things. Now I'm more mentally sturdy, I'm more aware of the things I can control and accept the things I cant. 

Coach Jeff: What was your mindset your first day at edge, your first time stepping in the doors? 

Elmer:  When I first started at Edge I just desperately wanted to change my life up. I hated who I was. I was coward, a liar, mentally and physically weak. and I wanted something to break the mold. The mold of who I was and how people saw me. At first I came in with a superficial reason. I wanted to lose weight and tell people I fight. I've grown up. Those reasons don't matter to me anymore. My reasons are deeper, and for me. 

Coach Jeff: Where have you found the most growth? 

Elmer: I found the most growth in my confidence and philosophy. The things that I believed, worried about, suffered over, I don't let those things affect me anymore. Because they don't matter. I don't CHOOSE to suffer anymore. I want to be happy and work everything in my life to be and stay happy. Cuz that's what I hold as most important in my life.the happiness of me, my friends, my family.

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Summer Wrestling, had me a blast

Summer, so much going on and yet so little to do is a relief in every kids mind. 

I remember it was hard to find practice partners, and even harder to get in on a mat. There was only a select few of us that stayed training when everyone else took off. We just loved what we did. 

Today each of us holds a career in what we love and can look back to those days and honestly, summer wrestling was the most enjoyable. A little more fun, low pressure, and a way for us to improve while not worrying about wins and losses or results. Surprisingly, these are the days I remember most. Not the titles and big wins, but great friendships from that summer training. 

This Summer we will offer two options for our Edge Kids, first is our 5th year of our Summer Day Camps with Coach Jeff. These are limited to 16 wrestlers per week so make sure to register for the week you want early. 

For the first time in 3 years, we are offering a full Summer Season and the same summer wrestling memories I had. My goal is that hopefully it's easier for your kids to find mat time than it was for us. Summer Season will continue with our same 5:30 Wednesday and Thursday times. If your wrestler wants to stay active this summer, I recommend the full season or if they have a busy schedule a 10 pack of classes.

Call Ray at 201-870-0719 to get registered or email me marsh at edgehoboken.com with questions.

Coach Jeff

Details:

Edge Kids Summer Season: June 29th - August 18th, Wed + Thur 5:30pm

Edge Kids Summer Day Camps: ( Join one week to all four ) 10am-3pm

Week 1: July 19-21           Week 2: July 26-28      

Week 3: August 2-4          Week 4: August 9-11

Cost is $220 per camper per week. Family Discounts available for 2nd and 3rd campers.

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24 hours Left, 100 Days

In combat sports the clock ticks down and you find yourself with nothing or everything; either victory or defeat. Coaches speak to taking the fight into your own hands, not leaving it to the judges. Now is the time for action, take your your health and happiness into your own hands. Join the team. You have 24 hours left to join us in 100 Days of Summer at 45% Off for 15 classes. I’ll see you on the mats.

Call 201-870-0719 now. Don’t wait or you will miss the deal and your chance to train again.

Coach.

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How not to regret Summer

We do our Summer Sale because we want more people to do what we do.  I believe it will make your life better.   

How? Mental and physical health + camaraderie are tangible benefits.  Other important benefits include adding challenge and invigoration to your day. Seeing a different, more raw side of the world.  

A great person once said “The world is made of Fire”.  Connect with that at Edge Hoboken – School of Wrestling & MMA.  Explore parts of your personality that might surprise you. Wrestling, Muay Thai, MMA, Kickboxing ( Muay Thai Conditioning ) are different things to different people and many have found benefit’s that are hard to quantify. 

How many of your Summer purchases can you say this about?  

Get yourself or someone else a unique gift that can really make a difference; that's how you can make sure you buy something that you won't regret. Get something you will keep using all year, something that will change your life.

But there are lots of gyms, boxes, dojos, academies, crossfits, and fitness centers out there.  Why choose us?  If you have a couple of minutes, watch the video to get a feel for how we are different, how Ray lost 75 pounds and found a new career in fitness:  https://youtu.be/WSeogLRSEHc

Our 100 Days of Summer promotion is offering New Students and Former Students who have not trained in 60 days, 15 classes between June 1 and September 9th for 45% Off..  

Take advantage of this discount. We can only give away 30 100 Days of Summer deals across all programs so don't wait for June 1st. Reserve your spot early by contacting us today, 201-870-0719.

I really hope you get going. If it is even a small bit as rewarding as it has been for me you will thank me for encouraging you to try :)

- Jeff

Please contact us now if you might be interested.  Just reply to this message or call 201-870-0719

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Consistency & How to Keep it

You set out with a strong goal: get fit, trim up for summer, win a state title.  You even went so far as to find the right resources, the right coaches and a world class training environment to make your dream happen. Then your weekly schedule evolved into something like this...

Week 1:  I’m making classes like clockwork. This is great. 

Week 2: Sore this week. I think I’ll miss Monday. 

Week 3: I should go to Monday’s class, I’m a bit behind since I didn’t go last week. I’ll go tomorrow. Tomorrow...Happy Hour?

Week 4: Man, I can’t believe I only went on Wednesday this week.

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Week 7: I haven’t trainied much lately, maybe I’m too busy and I should just cancel. 

Week 8: Stop Training. Feel defeated.

Has this been you in the past? I understand. It is me, also. It’s all of us. You don’t have an issue with your goals, your availability, or your motivation.  Your only mistake was failing to create a plan that kept you accountable. A set schedule of ‘training days.’ 

A fresh goal can keep you motivated, but over time that motivation can drift. In order to reach your goal we must develop a plan that starts with scheduling specific days and times. Did you know that in sports and fitness there is a 3 month threshold? It is common knowledge that habits form in 21 days, but in the fitness world coaches know if you make it past 3 months you are likely to commit to training for a year or more. Unfortunately, a large percentage of athletes never reach that 3 month mark. Set a training schedule and reach your goal. 

If this has been you before, don’t be discouraged.  Go see your coach and put together a dedicated training plan (specific days and times) that works with your availability and will keep you checking off goals.

Do not vary from your schedule. Why are college and professional athletes so successful? They are not permitted to miss workouts and their coaches hold them accountable. In order to find success in your Wrestling, Boxing, Muay Thai or MMA training, you need to schedule appointments that are unbreakable. 

 Do not vary and you will see results. 

Coach Jeff Marsh, @the_wrestling_coach

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Frank Molinaro started strong but fell in the quarters of the Olympic qualifier in Istanbul and so alas his 2016 Olympic journey is over.

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Do you freestyle? We do. #wrestleatedge #edgekids #edgelegends (at Hoboken, New Jersey)

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@unitedworldwrestling repost, Jordan Burroughs will compete for his fourth world title tonight! @alliseeisgold in the finals! #wrestling #usawrestling #teamusa #usa

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We don't all start as wrestlers, but maybe you were born to become one. Through continuos hard work and dedication you can mold yourself into something new, something great, pass those once greater than you. @espoedge #jerryrinaldi & @edge_hoboken trained @davidbranch32 has done just that. Watch him compete for a second world title next month. #wrestle #wrestler #usawrestling #doubleleg #alliseeisgold 📷 by @anthonybgeathers (at Wall of Desire, EDGE School of Wrestling)

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#Repost @frankieedgar. Thanks Frankie, good luck
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Last wrestling session up @edge_wrestling with @espoedge. Been working with Dave since I got into UFC in 2007 another great camp in the books. Almost time!

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@magicman_psu Signature #CombatSpeed by @adidaswrestling giveaway. 1) Respost this photo and tag @edge_wrestling. 2) Tag 5 friends who are #wrestlers or #wrestling fans in the comments below. Winner drawn 3/28/15 ( limited sizes available, giveaway through @edgeproshop ) (at Edge Hoboken)

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Are you watching? Tune in LIVE to watch the greatest tournament on Earth. #NCAAWrestling #D1Wrestle Good luck to @edge_whippany @edge_hoboken Alumni on the mats today: Mark Grey, Cornell (133) Lou Mascola, Maryland (157) Anthony Perrotti, Rutgers (157) Coaches: @zackespo_wrestling , Oklahoma State. @joedubuque125 , Princeton. Donnie Pritzlaff, Rutgers. Zach Tanelli, Purdue. Matt Valenti, U Penn. #wrestling #wrestle #americanwrestling #njwrestle

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@edge_whippany Ty Agaisse reaches his second consecutive state final on a torn right ACL. He also tore his left ACL in this match. He wrestled tough through the final whistle without taking any injury time! This kid is a machine! #edgewrestling #delbartonwrestling #njwrestling