Iron Area Powerlifting & Performance (IA) opened in 2012.  It originally occupied a 3,000 sq. ft. space on the third floor of a century-old converted Wonder Bread Factory in Hoboken, New Jersey.  A redevelopment plan forced us to relocate in October of 2016.

Iron Arena is now located just three miles north of its former location in North Bergen, NJ.  We're bigger and better than ever as we now occupy a climate controlled 5,000 sq. ft space (located directly above New Jersey Beer Co.) accessible via all major highways and public transportation. IA is a recognized USA Powerlifting Club Team and USAPL Friendly Gym. In addition, we were the first USPA (United States Powerlifting Association) Certified Training Center in the state of New Jersey. 

Don't let the word "powerlifting" in our name dissuade you. Your personal goals may include diminished body fat, increased muscle mass and definition, enhanced strength, endurance, or an overall aim to maximize general fitness.  Regardless of your pursuit -- the squat, bench press, and deadlift are a big part of the fitness equation.  Therefore, we cater to anyone from novice to elite, with a sincere commitment to learning proper execution in the barbell lifts.  

Iron Arena recognizes there is no one-size-fits-all program or methodology.  For that reason, we employ a variety of training methods backed by science and evidence-based practice/application from years of personal experience.  Your goals matter to us and we'll help implement an optimal training strategy to help you achieve results as efficiently as possible. 

  Iron Arena is owned and operated by Jason Manenkoff.

*For those going to and coming from work we have two full bathrooms both with showers. Our facility is also air conditioned.


EQUIPMENT

RACKS/BENCHES/PLATFORMS

(2) Eleiko Combo Squat/Bench Rack 2.0 (2020 Model)
Eleiko Combo Squat/Bench Rack 1.0
ER Equipment Denmark Combo Squat/Bench Rack
EliteFTS Signature Competition Bench
Metal Milita Competition Bench w/Band Pegs
Invictus Powerlifting 22.5 degree Incline Olympic Bench
(3) 3x3 EliteFTS/Willams Strength Collegiate Power Racks
(4) 4x8 Rogue Deadlift Platforms w/Band Pegs
(2) Adjustable 0-90 Bench (EliteFTS/Williams Strength)
Rogue S-1 Squat Stand
 

STRENGTH EQUIPMENT

Arsenal Strength Standing M1 Lateral Raise
Arsenal Strength Reloaded Incline Fly
EliteFTS/Williams Strength Deluxe Glute Ham Raise
EliteFTS/Williams Strength Professional 45 Degree Back Raise
Rogue Monster Swing Arm GHD
RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper
Nautilus Glute Drive (hip thrust machine)
Nautilus Hack Squat (former Flex Fitness/Star Trac model)
Nautilus Angled Leg Press (former Flex Fitness/Star Trac model)
Nautilus 2ST Super Pullover
Strive/Prime Plate Loaded Preacher Curl
Hammer Strength Plate Loaded Preacher Curl
LifeFitness MJ5 Multi Gym (Lat Pulldown, Seated Row, Cable Crossover, Tricep Pushdown) Coming soon.
Bodymasters T-Bar Chest Supported Row
Hip Adduction/Abduction (inner/outer thigh) (Hoist)
Icarian Pec Fly Rear Delt
Hammer Strength Select Lateral Raise
Hammer Strength Select Leg Extension
Hammer Strength Select Lying Leg Curl
Hammer Strength Select Lying Abdominal Crunch
Nautilus Nitro Seated Abdominal Crunch
Icarian Plate Loaded Seated Calf Raise
Precor Vertical Knee Raise/Dip Tower

BARS/WEIGHTS

(3) Eleiko Powerlifting Competition Bar 20kg/44lbs
(5 Sets) Eleiko Powerlifting KG Calibrated Competition Disks (38x25kg Disks)
(3 Sets) Rogue Calibrated LB. Steel Plates
(1) Ohio Power Bar 20kg/44lbs (Stainless Steel)
(2) Ohio Power Bar 45lbs. (Black Oxide)
(3) Ohio Power Bar 45lbs. (Bare Steel)
(2) Texas Power Bar 45lbs
(2) Texas Deadlift Bar 45lbs
(1) Texas Squat Bar 55lbs
Safety Squat Bar 60 lbs. (Crepinsek)
Duffalo Squat and Bench Bar 55lbs (Kabuki Strength)
American Gridiron Bar (EliteFTS)
15 lb. Aluminum Training Bar (Rogue)
Cap Mega Hex Bar 76lbs. (1000 lb. capacity)
Pendlay HD Weightlifting Bar 20kg/44lbs
7'2 3/8 Fat Bar
Troy EZ Curl Bar
Colored VTX Bumper Plates (Kg.) + Collars
Steel Plates (Ivanko, York, Standard, Cap)
Ivanko/Troy/GPI Pro-Style Dumbbells (5-130 lbs.)
Fedoranko Competition Kettlebell Set (Pairs 8kg-32kg)
 

3 Way Plyo Boxes (Rogue)
Blast Straps
Landmine
7' x 65' Astro-Turf
IronMind Wrist Roller

ACCESSORIES

(3) Deadlift Jack (2) West Carry Barbell, (1) EliteFTS
Bench Press Boards (1,2,3,4,5)
Chains (1 Pair)
Bands (Long & Short)
Weight Releasers (w/squat attachments)
Farmers Walk Handles
DC Pulling Blocks
Dragging Sled
Prowler 2 (Elitefts)
Concept 2 Rower (D Model)
Rogue Echo Bike