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Iron Arena Powerlifting & Performance IA is Hudson County's only training facility equipped to surpass the needs of competitive powerlifte Iron Area Powerlifting & Performance (IA) opened in 2012.

It originally occupied a 3,000 sq. ft. space on the fifth 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 5,500 sq. ft space (located directly above New Jersey Beer Co.) accessible via all major highways and public transportation. IA is Hudson County's only training facility equipped to surpass the needs of competitive powerlifters and performance athletes. 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 an officially recognized USAPL Friendly Gym by USA Powerlifting and is owned and operated by Jason Manenkoff.

10/12/2026
10/11/2026

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On episode #448 of Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast, Dave sits down with Jason Manenkoff.

Jason Manenkoff is the owner of Iron Arena Powerlifting & Performance in North Bergen, New Jersey, a private 24/7 strength facility he founded in 2012.

A former track-and-field athlete turned internationally ranked powerlifter, Jason has competed in 48 powerlifting competitions since 2006 while spending nearly two decades coaching athletes and lifters.
Jason earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from
SUNY Cortland and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), USATF Level |I Sprint and Jumps Coach, USPA referee and coach, and USA Powerlifting Club Coach.

He represented USA Powerlifting on the 2017 and 2019
National Teams and earned a bronze medal at the 2017 IPF Raw Bench Press World Championships. His best competition lifts at 165 pounds include a 425-pound bench press, 529-pound squat, 611-pound deadlift, and 1,510-pound raw total under drug-tested conditions.

Before powerlifting, Jason competed in track and field with personal bests of 10.94 in the 100 meters, 21.98 in the 200 meters, and 22'11.75" in the long jump.

In this episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, Dave and Jason discuss powerlifting, bench press technique, coaching standards, competition, gym culture, the titness industry, building Iron Arena, and what nearly two decades in strength sports has taught Jason about becoming a better lifter and coach.

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10/08/2026

Powerlifting meets rarely feel like training in your local gym, and minor atmospheric changes can completely throw off a heavy lift.

Elite lifter Jason Manenkoff walks through a raw bench workout while breaking down the subtle environment, setup, and mental factors that affect maximum effort strength.

Learn how experienced lifters navigate unfamiliar equipment, tight arches, and gym conditions to stay consistent on the platform.
Jason Manenkoff will be on Table Talk October 12th, 2026!

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I grabbed a daily pass at Iron Arena and was genuinely impressed. From the moment I walked in, the owner Jason was welco...
09/27/2026

I grabbed a daily pass at Iron Arena and was genuinely impressed. From the moment I walked in, the owner Jason was welcoming and made me feel right at home. He took the time to show me around and made sure I had everything I needed.

The gym itself is clean, well-maintained, and stocked with great equipment. Everything looked solid and up-to-date, and there was plenty of space to move around without feeling crowded. My favorite machine was their Arsenal pendulum squat machine. You can tell they actually take pride in keeping the place in top shape.

Overall, Iron Arena exceeded my expectations for a single-day visit. Great atmosphere, solid equipment, and a friendly owner who actually cares. I’ll definitely be back.

09/14/2026

Jose Flores 325x3 which is 11 lbs over his meet PR and he did it for a triple!

Have you had a great experience at Iron Arena? We’d love to hear about it!If Iron Arena has helped you grow stronger—ins...
09/01/2026

Have you had a great experience at Iron Arena? We’d love to hear about it!

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08/25/2026

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