Chris Wade
Co-owner and coach · UFC and PFL veteran
- UFC and PFL veteran
- Fought for a PFL world title
- 12-year professional MMA career
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Alter Ego MMA & Performance
About
A training ground in Islip for anyone who wants more, built by two UFC veterans who grew up wrestling on Long Island.
01Who we are
More than training.
A transformation.
Alter Ego MMA is a training ground for those who want more. We focus on real performance, building strength, discipline, and a fighter mindset that carries beyond the gym. Every session is designed to push you beyond your limits, challenge your body and mind, and bring out the strongest, most confident version of yourself.
Here, training is not just about technique or workouts, it’s about transformation. From high-intensity MMA drills to strength and conditioning programs, every element is crafted to help you excel, develop resilience, and achieve measurable results. Our mission is to empower athletes of all levels to embrace challenge, sharpen their skills, and cultivate the mindset of a true fighter.
Whether you’re stepping into the ring for the first time or striving to reach peak performance, Alter Ego MMA provides the guidance, structure, and intensity needed to take your training to the next level. This is more than fitness, it’s about mastering your body, mind, and spirit through dedication, discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence.
Needs client the About copy and mission statement from the onboarding form (not in our package); the text above is from the current site
02Our foundation
What builds
a fighter.
Real progress isn't random. It is built through structure, discipline and the right mindset.
- 01
Discipline
Everything starts with discipline. Showing up, staying consistent, and committing to the process, even when it's hard. This is where real progress begins.
- 02
Intensity
We don't train halfway. Every session is built to push your limits and demand your full effort. Intensity creates growth, builds resilience, and turns pressure into performance.
- 03
Mindset
Strength isn't just physical. We develop focus, mental toughness, and the ability to keep going when it gets hard.
03The gym
What you will
find here.
- Ample parking and Wi-Fi
- Locker rooms downstairs at Gold's Gym
- About 15 students per instructor
- Staff CPR and first-aid certified
- Parents welcome to watch
- Tours and class viewing welcome
04The rules
How we
train together.
- Zero tolerance for bullying or harassment
- Respect and sportsmanship, always
- Clean gear and fresh clothes
- No barefoot trips to the bathroom or locker room, then back onto the mats
05Your coaches
They fought at the top.
Now they coach you.
Chris and Dennis teach on the mats every week, with coaches Jayne, Alex and John.
Dennis Bermudez
Co-owner and coach · UFC veteran
- Retired UFC featherweight
- The Ultimate Fighter, Season 14 finalist
- Wins over Max Holloway, Clay Guida and Matt Grice
Also on the mats: Jayne Kuan, Alex Finnegan and John Sonnenschien. Every instructor has 8+ years of fighting, competing and coaching. Meet the team
Your first class
is free.
Pick any AE60 class this week. Bring shorts, a T-shirt and water, and arrive ten minutes early.