Inverted Gear Academy
Not managed on Matador yetJiu Jitsu
Inverted Gear Academy is a black-belt-led Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Allentown specializing in gi and no-gi training. Co-founded by Nelson Puentes (Inverted Gear founder and IBJJF World Masters medalist) and Hillary Witt, the academy emphasizes games-based, live sparring for all levels. Ten black belts train daily, complemented by monthly visiting champions through the Inverted Gear network. The gym has the strongest competition record in the area across IBJJF, JJWL, and Tap Cancer Out events. Classes serve adults, kids (ages 5+), and women in dedicated sessions. Walk-in visitors are welcome with a free trial class and no prior experience or gear required.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- USBJJF, BJJ Globetrotters and Inverted Gear
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Women-only classes
- Competition team
- Open mat
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Beginners
- No experience needed · From age 5
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGiKidsages 5–12
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGi
Tuesday
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu JitsuNo-GiKidsages 5–12
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Wednesday
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGiKidsages 5–12
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGi
Thursday
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu JitsuNo-GiKidsages 5–12
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Friday
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGiKidsages 5–12
Jiu JitsuGi
Jiu JitsuGi
Saturday
Jiu JitsuWomen only
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu
Sunday
Jiu Jitsu
Coaches
- Nelson Puentes
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Hillary Witt
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
Contact
- @invertedgearacademy
Questions about Inverted Gear Academy
Where is Inverted Gear Academy?
Inverted Gear Academy is at 804 N Gilmore St, Allentown, PA 18109, USA.
Which sports does Inverted Gear Academy teach?
Inverted Gear Academy is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try Inverted Gear Academy before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Inverted Gear Academy is free.
When are the beginner classes at Inverted Gear Academy?
Inverted Gear Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 06:00, Monday 09:00 and Monday 17:00.
Can I train at Inverted Gear Academy when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Inverted Gear Academy welcomes visitors from other gyms.
Gyms near Inverted Gear Academy
Finishers MMA HQ (10th Planet Bethlehem)Unmanaged listing11 km away · 3713 Linden St Unit 1, Bethlehem, PA 18020, USAJiu Jitsu · Kickboxing · MMA
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