Phil is one of the true masters. He is a student of Jiu-jitsu and a fan. He wants to impart all that he knows to his students without regard for political or financial gain His methodical approach to systematically improving your jiu-jitsu cannot be matched. His methods have helped me prepare and win in many different grappling arenas with the gi or without, locally and internationally.

I have trained all across the country and the world (been to brazil five times), Phil is the embodiment of the true meaning of jiu jitsu , the gentle art. His technique is smooth and the effectivenss of his game is amazing.

I would consider phil an expert in many fields. His ability to adapt Gracie jiu jitsu for Law enforcement is amazing, also his ability to teach ashtanga yoga to combat and non-combat athletes is as equally overwhelming. He takes students to a new level of athletic prowess.

I have traveled and taken classes with many famous and not so famous people in grappling and jiujitsu. Phil Migliarese is hands down the best instructor I have had the pleasure of learning from.

I would recommend anyone from world champion black belt, NCAA College wrestling all American or your average joe/jane off the street to take class from Phil. The reason is it has something for everyone. If you want to compete at the the highest level and win, you must study with Phil Migliarese.

Marco Perazzo
"The Professor"
- Phil Migliarese Black Belt
-Owner of NJMA
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

I have been a peace officer for 30 years and for 22 of those years also a prosecutor. I have known Phil Migliarese for a little over 11 years. During my time in the Martial Arts which spans 46 years, I have trained with many World Champions' and fighters. I have been a World Champion in my age & weight in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a Purple Belt and a Brown Belt.

I fought for the Heavyweight World championship in Full-Contact Karate and was World Rated in that sport for a number of years in the 70's. Of all the people I have trained with I have never found anyone that was a better instructor or more dedicated then Phil. He has helped my Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tremendously in the times I have trained with him, plus his instruction and help to me in Ashtanga Yoga has been invaluable in helping my flexibility, endurance, and strength. I would highly recommend Phil as an instructor in Self-Defense, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or Ashtanga Yoga. In my opinion, Phil is elite in his fields.

Sincerely,

Pat "Hawk"Hardy
- World champion Royce Gracie Black belt

I have known and trained with Phil Migliarese for about ten years. He is by far, one of the most innovative, technical and talented Jiu-jitsu instructor/fighters anywhere in the world. His skills as a fighter are only surpassed by his skills as a teacher. I hold Phil in the highest regard for both his skills and for his character. If you are looking to learn Gracie jiu-jitsu and you are able to make it to Balance Studios, take my advice and train with Phil.

Robert Kahn
-Royce Gracie Black Belt
-Owner of Gracie Tampa

Phil's technique epitomizes the effortless style of jiu jitsu that we all would love to achieve his seemingly effortless flow captures the imagination of those who are new to jiu jitsu, and those who've practiced all their life. It is the ideal we all aspire to.

I can recall preparing for the 2001 Pan Ams and one position in particular that I was having trouble with. Phil showed me a simple solution, a basic technique to sweep the opponent. A week later I was competing and was able to use that same technique on my way to a bronze medal.

Sincerely,

Brad Court
- Lloyd Irvin Black belt
- US National Champion
-Owner of Paramount Jiu-Jitsu