Chris Wade

Chris Wade is one of Long Island’s most accomplished mixed martial artists and a world-class wrestler. A New York State Wrestling Champion at Islip High School, Chris continued his collegiate wrestling career at Nassau Community College and SUNY Oneonta before transitioning to professional MMA, where his elite grappling became the foundation of his success.

Since turning professional in 2011, Chris has built an outstanding career competing against many of the best fighters in the world. He fought in the UFC, earning victories over top-level competition before becoming a standout in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), where he reached multiple tournament semifinals and was a PFL Featherweight Finalist. Chris earned a reputation for relentless pace, exceptional wrestling, and elite conditioning.

Training out of Alter Ego MMA & Performance in Islip, New York, Chris has dedicated his life to developing both himself and the next generation of athletes. His coaching philosophy emphasizes discipline, technical precision, mental toughness, and hard work. Whether working with beginners, aspiring competitors, or professional fighters, Chris is committed to helping every student reach their full potential.

With decades of wrestling and MMA experience at the highest levels of the sport, Chris brings championship-level knowledge, professionalism, and passion to every class and private lesson.