Mike Massesnzio’s Team Iron Horse MMA has joined Phil Ross and his American Eagle MMA School. The Ross and Massenzio Team have been together for several years sharing training concepts, methods, ideals and of course training time.

Check out the video from CNN inews:

http://www.ireport.com/docs/DOC-432426

American Eagle MMA & Kettlebells Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Champions:

Newark, NJ – Was the Site of The NAGA North American Grappling Association’s World Championships- The American Eagle MMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Team entered 7 competitors and came away with 5 place winners – 3 Champions and 2 second place finishers. The Champions were Shaun Scott, Matthew Dowling and Robert Litterio. The Second Place finishers were Paul Delisio and Spencer Ross. Coaches Mike Massenzio and Phil Ross were very proud of the performances put forth.

There were competitors from all over the US – as far away as Hawaii, Germany, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Costa Rica, as well as many other countries.

The American Eagle School conducts classes in Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, Defensive Tactics, Russian Kettlebells and is the home for the Team Iron Horse MMA Professional Fighters.

On the heels of the previous two successful events, Merciless and Strikedown, the UCC will be hosting it’s third event – RENEGADES at the National Guard Armory in Jersey City on Friday, September 10th.

Check out what’s being said by the Sports Courier, On Youtube and by The Garv:

http://thesportscourier.com/content/ucc-2-strikedown-highlights

http://thegarv.com/UCC-2-Complete-Results-and-Analysis.html

The Official Fight Card will be announced shortly – stay tuned for a great night of fights

For further information and tickets for this event, contact the studio or visit the website at www.uccfights.com! SEE YOU THERE!

Team Iron Horse MMA Professional and Amateur Mixed Martial Arts.

Chief Instructor: Mike Massenzio

Mike brings his experience in the UFC Octagon, National Wrestling Championships and World Grappling Championships to his students and fighters.

Mike Massenzio’s Team Iron Horse MMA was established by the Iron Horse himself, Mike Massenzio in 2007. The team is comprised of burgeoning Pros as well as amateurs. Prospective fighters are schooled in the arts of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, Boxing and Muay Thai to prepare them for combat in the cage. Students are schooled in the aforementioned disciplines and based on their performance, asked to join the Fight Team.

All-Decade Wrestling Team

Upperweights

Mike Massenzio, St. Joseph (2001): Massenzio won back-to-back State championships in 2000 and 2001, going 72-2 in that stretch and finishing with a record of 129-13, third in Bergen County history at the time.

For the full article, visit:

http://www.northjersey.com/sports/96120859_All-Decade_Wrestling_Team.html?c=y&page=2

Rated by Weight Loss HQ on October 25th, 2009 – the Power Couple – Master Phil Ross and Amy (Bento) Ross’ Kettlebell Videos were Rated as part of the Top Ten!

Amy’s Video: Absolute Beginner 3-in-1

This is a great product for the beginners, as the name implies. For many people, kettlebells are still relatively new things. We know dumbbells, we know medicine balls and we know resistance bands. However, kettlebells are still somewhat new to a lot of people. If you are someone that really has never heard of a kettlebell before, this is a great workout for you. Even if you have heard of it before, this is a great workout for you if you have never done kettlebell exercises before. Using a relatively lightweight kettlebell, this DVD will get you working out and understanding how these exercises are supposed to help. Once you get them down, you will then be ready for an upgrade to one of the other DVDs on our top ten list.

Master Phil Ross’s – Advanced Russian Kettlebell Workout – Powerbody

Powerbody is very similar to The Art of Strength in the sense that it is a hardcore workout that can do some amazing things for your body if you are willing to put in the time it takes to actually learn and then master all of the workout exercises contained within this DVD package. It features Phil Ross teaching you how to use the kettlebell in the style of the Russian workouts that have been legendary for so long as being some of the most effective kettlebell workouts in the history of the discipline.

Check out the link to see the other videos: Pavel, Andrea DuCane, etc…

http://www.weightloss-hq.biz/exercise-reviews/10-best-kettlebell-workout-dvds.html

Phil,

Excellent work! Here is my endorsement: Advanced Russian Kettlebell DVD opens with an excellent, innovative, yet rooted in traditional martial arts, joint mobility section. Then Phil Ross delivers a tough conditioning workout with a strong emphasis on “rotational power”. Enjoy the pain!

Power to you!
Pavel, Pavel Tsatsouline
PowerbyPavel.com
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Review Title: Walks the Talk
Review Rating: 10

Review Text:

Phil is the real deal. He showed up on his own dime on a 45 degree morning for a 12 hour day. The next day was nicer with rain. He taught a short notice outdoor certification course to 28 of the best America has to offer. All are deployed at this time hunting in some of the harshest terrain and against some of the most dedicated enemies America has encountered. The average time of service is over 10 years with some nearing 20. I can speak for all of us that this was some of the best, most challenging, most useful training we have recieved. Through kettlebells we were trained in full body training, breathing techniques under stress, and the proper way to explosively move weight while incorporating endurance. One of the most important take aways was the focus in operational durability. As the number of tours mounts, a more critical decision making process is required on the battle field. America needs to retain the experience of the seasoned operator and the training that we recieved allows the operator to srenghten and rehab our bodies in austere environments. Phil exemplifies the training and theories Pavel and his training brought to our command.

Reid Mangan – US Navy SEALs Team Leader

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Review Title: The Great Motivator!

Review Rating: 10

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I assisted Phil at the Philly RKC. I was lucky to have him on my Team because he really knows how to motivate his students. It’s important to have an instructor that is always encouraging his students to be the best they can and that is what he did.

I would recommend anyone in the Jersey area to contact Phil ASAP for training. He brings many great qualities to the table and will give you results. RKC only has the best instructors in the world and Phil is on the top of that list.

Phil Scarito, RKC, CK-FMS – Chesterbrook, PA
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Review Title: I knew Phil Ross…
Review Rating: 10

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I knew Phil Ross by his DVD before I met him in RKC philadelphia cert in Oct. 2009. He was my team instructor in 3days. He had various and solid career of martial arts & weight lifting, it was very impressive. Also he was very courteous. I thought his courteous manners were very worthy thing that I’ve learned from him as his powerful movements. Learning from him was the Greatest thing in my RKC cert.

Gun Jung
RKC Instructor & Yoga teacher

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Intense, Informative, Practical Instruction

I recently retired as a Police Officer and Union President (Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 89) of the Prince George’s County Police Dept., Md. I’ve known Phil Ross for more than 20yrs. We have trained together in martial arts and weightlifting. Phil is an incredible athlete and physical specimen. Last year, he introduced me to Kettlebells. Having competed in many sports, to include; competitive Power lifting, football, wrestling, martial arts and baseball, I found these intense workouts to be the most practical form of training that I have experienced. They combine aerobic and anaerobic conditioning like no other form of training. Kettlebells enhance strength, flexibility and your aerobic capacity. Recently, I took 5 instructors from our police academy to Phil’s gym for a KB seminar. After the class, they were very impressed and eager to introduce KB to the academy curriculum. Strength and conditioning are very important for police officers. Our union recently ordered several sets of KB’s for the academy. Look out recruits. Get ready to get in shape. Phil Ross is an excellent instructor and I would highly recommend his Kettlebell training to everyone!
Percy Alston – Upper Marlboro, MD USA

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Intense & Knowledgeable Instructor

I have been training with Phil Ross for 3 years. His workouts have always been diverse and challenging – mixing martial arts, Plyometrics, weight training, boxing, speed, agility, balance, yoga, Pilates and stretching principles, etc. Never have I experienced a more challenging and rewarding workout than his Kettlebell workout! It is the perfect combination of strength, aerobic, core and flexibility training. Phil is a dynamic, knowledgeable trainer and his Kettlebell workout will kick your butt!!!
M. Sherman – Ridgewood, NJ
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Intense, Informative & Challenging

I have been training with instructor Phil for a week, in his Kettlebell class and I can feel the intensity build through out the entire class. Each workout is more challenging then the next. His knowledge on strength, conditioning, aerobics, and Kettlebell training is tops in any class. I would highly recommend instructor Phil, to everyone on his knowledge concerning fitness as well as his Kettlebell workout.
Austin Cantone – Paramus, NJ USA
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Kettle Bells are an awesome, all encompassing workout. With Phil Ross, you see results almost immediately with consistently working with the kettle bells.
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Phil Ross- A tremendous Kettlebell Instructor
He’s eager to move you onto the next level, wanting every client to advance, but always maintaining perfect form and execution every step of the way. He explains and demonstrates at each level what and how exactly it is to be done. He takes great care that his clients are working out safely. He truly believes in and very much enjoys working his clients out with the kettle bells.
Nancy E. Carroll – Ridgewood, NJ USA

His enthusiasm is very contagious! I’m hooked!
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Knowledge, Intensity & Fun
I work out once a week with Phil and always look forward to his workouts. Every exercise we do works multiple parts of the body, and the variety of exercises (we seem to do at least one thing new each session) keeps it interesting and challenging.
Joe R. – Ridgewood, NJ

I highly recommend Phil for RKC training.
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Because its Good for You
I have trained with Phil for five years. The addition of kettle bells has taken my conditioning to the next level. I have not been this fit since I was in high school on the track team. It has also increased my ability to elevate my strength training with weights as well. I have had back issues and the addition of kettle bells has helped rehab my back better than I had imagined. Phil’s knowledge of the skelatomuscular anatomy and exercise physiology combined with his ability to judge just how far to push that anatomy makes him an invaluable asset to my kettle and overall training.
arnold – ridgewood,NJ USA
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Gorilla Works  Be the bull.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Rather than doing the WOD today, I participated in a three hour Kettle Bell workshop with RKC certified instructor Phil Ross out of American Eagle Martial Arts in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. What an amazing experience and a humbling workout!

As an instructor in my departments Academy, we are trying to have our FOP purchase us a decent amount of KB’s to have on hand for us to use with the recruits in circuit training. The Dragon Door bells we used today were unbelievable in grip and finish. As an owner of two Dragon Doors already, I had the chance to use another competitors KB’s that Ross also had on hand. That brand could not compare to the Dragon Doors, hands down. Regardless, I am now sold on the Kettle Bell for an entire body workout and highly recommend everyone getting the proper training to accomplish this.

I managed to avoid a grip tear after all the abuse today… we’ll see how I make out with the snatches tomorrow providing I can raise my arms above my head. Good times, Good times.

Guys, I just copied that from the CF site, so that explains why it sounds the way it does.  Anyways, I can barely type I hurt so F’ing bad.  This guy trained with Pavel at the Dragon Door headquarters where they put the Cert. on.  He paid $2,500 dollars for his level I cert and got destroyed for days while there.  There is so much I could go over with you all on technique that is very important.

Secondly, I will be taking orders from you guys immediately on Dragon Door KB’s.  We will piggy back the order the Lodge gets for us.  I will post sizes and prices tomorrow once my fingers loosen up.  My grip is absolutely shot.
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Hi Phil,

I just wanted to send you a thank you email for the Kettlebell workshop you hosted on Saturday.  This is something that I have always wanted to learn and finally was able to from an expert .  It will be so nice to go to the gym and actually know what I am doing now.  The workshop was not only informative, but also a great workout!  I learned so much and definitely intend to use all the exercises and incorporate the kettlebells into my workouts regularly.

Is there anyway that I can get updates if you host anymore one day workshops?

Thanks again!

Cheers!
Stephanie Farkas
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For more information, please contact philrossmma1@gmail.com

Master Phil Ross – 7th Degree Black Belt

Everyone involved in Martial Arts gains…. whether from the enjoyment of increasing one’s Athletic and Martial Arts Skills while learning The Science of Fighting, from the many health and appearance benefits of Physical Training and Fitness, from gaining The Mental Edges of Confidence, Discipline and Inner Peace, to the personal Challenges of Competition; if one chooses to do so in your studio, local tournaments or even the stage of Ultimate Fighting. No matter what aspect one desires, martial arts training is beneficial and attractive for anyone who desires to build their mind, body and spirit.

Many people have asked me how and why I became an instructor. It can be summed up very simply. The Martial Arts and Fitness has become a way of life for me. Aside from the obvious health benefits, it has made me the man I am today. The lessons of hard work and discipline cannot be found anywhere else. The problem solving, the goal achievement and all of the dedication it takes to become successful has enabled me to overcome a multitude of adversities and reach levels of achievement and a belief in myself that would NEVER be possible without the rigors of training.

My personal, physical and spiritual gains have been so great, that I feel compelled to pass this knowledge onto others so that they too may experience what I have. There is no greater joy than to see someone persevere and achieve with the skills and knowledge that you have been able to pass onto them. I feel so strongly about the benefits of training that I have passed them onto to my family members. Witnessing my daughter attain the level of Jr. Black Belt, after 10 years of training, was one of the most memorable moments of my life. Having my son, niece and nephew training on my floor gives me great pride. I trained my younger brother for 22 years and my younger sister for over 12. It was incredible watching them grow, develop, achieve and change through their time with me. Now they are recognized internationally in the fields of Martial Arts and Fitness, respectively. It has given me great pleasure to have trained them.

There are many other very accomplished individuals that have trained and continue to train with me; The US Navy SEALs, UFC Fighters, Martial Arts School Owners, Professional Fighters, FBI Agents, DEA Agents, Police Officers, US Marines, Professional Athletes, Doctors, Attorneys, a High School Principal, Students with Special Needs, School Teachers, Computer Programmers, Wall Street moguls, moms and dads. The lessons that they learn are carried over into their everyday lives. It’s an incredible feeling to receive a visit from a college student as they relay a story to you about how the lessons you taught them had such a positive impact upon their lives. When the students that I have taught positively influence and guide others with the lessons learned from training with me, there can be no bigger thrill.

The people that I have met and the friendships that I have forged from my involvement in the martial arts and fitness fields is irreplaceable. The more people that share in the same joy and peace of mind that I enjoy, the better.

Martial Arts Master Philip G. Ross, BGS, CPT, Internationally Recognized Instructor, Trainer and Wrestling Coach with over 35 years of experience competing and training in the Martial Arts and Fitness, has just completed hisS.A.V.E.™ The Ultimate Self Defense Workout DVD Series

American Eagle Martial Arts- AEMAA

Founded by Master Philip G. Ross in 1988. This Mixed Martial Arts is one of the first modern formalized systems to be comprised of various martial disciplines in the Northern New Jersey Area. The arts of Korean Taekwondo, Burmese Bando, Jujutsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Weapons Training and most recently Shamrock Submission Fighting. The System is well suited for defending one’s self in street, competition in the ring, physical fitness, peace of mind and Esteem Building.

The techniques studied and the philosophy employed, have deep roots in the long standing tradition of the Martial Arts coupled with the ability to adapt to the situations and demands of modern day society. Empowerment, fitness, practicality, growth, development of motor skills and Instinctive Technique in a positive environment is the direct result of our methodology.

Master Philip G. Ross: Chief Instructor and System Developer, has been involved in the Combative Arts for over 30 years. In addition to his Instructorship Ranks Bando, Taekwondo, Shamrock Submission Fighting, Arnis, he has won National, State and Regional Titles while competing in a multitude of disciplines.

Master Ross was inducted in the Martial Arts Hall of Fame and is a High School Wrestling Coach for an NJ State ranked team. He has had the good fortune of either training under and/or receiving ranks from:

• Professor Jon Collins: East/West Martial Arts Alliance/Bando
• Dr. Patrick Finely: Bando/Arnis & Shootfighting
• Frank Shamrock: Shamrock Submission Fighting
• Dr. Maung Gyi: American Bando Assoc.
• Shihan James Martin: Shotokan Karate
• Guro Dan Inosanto: Arnis (Through Patrick Finely)
• Tom Patire: CDT
• Dr. Mike Evangel: Taekwondo
• Chris Catalfo: US Wrestling Olympian
• Dave Pruzansky: Pan American Judo Champion
• Carl Cestari: Combatu Defendu Jujutsu
• Cosmo Ferro (Grandfather) – Western Boxing, Silk City Gym, Paterson, NJ