Chicago hosts a robust Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community with 68 gyms offering diverse training options. Among these, Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Valko Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy, and POW! Gym Chicago & Chicago Parisi Speed School stand out, each boasting perfect 5.0 ratings from over 200 reviews. This variety reflects the city's commitment to high-quality BJJ instruction and competitive training environments.
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Gi and No-Gi are the defining discipline labels for Taylor Biagi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and the supplied price-range category is $$. Together, these labels identify two Brazilian jiu-jitsu contexts: Gi refers to the traditional uniform-based category, while No-Gi identifies the form without that garment emphasis. For a beginner, the pairing signals a broader jiu-jitsu focus across both named categories without claiming any particular format, progression, or training arrangement. For competitors, it provides an immediate distinction from records centered on striking or MMA and preserves the exact categories attached to this Chicago entry. The gym’s own name and Chicago location give the description its local identity, while $$ remains the stated relative price symbol. It is a focused martial-arts record defined by Gi and No-Gi rather than by unsupported details.
Chicago, IL
VALKO BJJ provides martial arts training at 820 N Orleans, inside HiFi Fitness in CHICAGO. Prospective students can reach staff by texting 773-556-8155 to schedule a free class or request membership details. The instructor staff features Jay Valko alongside Jose Mazariegos, Lawrence Dunning, Brian Dickens, Brad Anastasia, Q Swift, Matt Hill, Eugene Bidchenco, and Mark Allen. Monday classes run from a 7:00-8:00am BJJ (Gi) session through evening Fundamentals and BJJ blocks, and a waiver must be filled out before the first class. Class formats include BJJ (Gi), BJJ Fundamentals (Gi), BJJ (No Gi), Boxing/MMA, and OPEN MAT. Membership options feature a Monthly Full-Membership for $150.00 every month, a Monthly Fundamentals Membership for $100.00 every month, and a 10-Class Pass for $200.00, alongside 6-Month Full-Membership and Annual Full-Membership tiers. Beginners can attend because your first class is always free.
Chicago, IL
POW! Gym Chicago & Chicago Parisi Speed School combines martial arts training with athletic speed development in Chicago, IL. Boasting a perfect 5.0 rating from over 200 reviews, the gym focuses on comprehensive martial arts disciplines to enhance skill and fitness.
Chicago, IL
Muay Thai and Striking form the stated martial-arts focus of Benjilany striking - Muay Thai - kickboxing & MMA chicago in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Muay Thai is a striking martial art, and the accompanying Striking label places the record within a broader stand-up combat category. This combination gives the listing a clear emphasis on striking rather than a grappling-only discipline. A beginner can read the two labels as a broad introduction to Muay Thai’s place within striking-based martial arts. A competitor can recognize the record’s Muay Thai and Striking categorization without inferring any particular preparation, event participation, or result. The listing also carries a $$ price range, the supplied relative price symbol, and remains specifically located in Chicago, Illinois, USA with its stated focus intact.
Chicago, IL
Supreme JIU JITSU Chicago Idriz Redzovic provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense education at 2442 North Lincoln Avenue in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. The academy is owned and directed by Professor Idriz Redzovic, a fourth-degree Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and the first Bosnian-born practitioner to earn a Gracie black belt. The training curriculum spans gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, sport grappling, street self-defense, and invitation-only Lion's Den training blocks. Classes run from early morning six o'clock sessions through evening technique classes, followed by open mat rounds. Youth martial arts instruction is divided into developmentally appropriate brackets, featuring classes for children ages 4 and older and a program tailored for youth ages 8 and older. The facility features thick training mats, wall safety padding, and separate men's and women's locker rooms equipped with private showers, fresh towels, complimentary toiletries, and free coffee.
Chicago, IL
Chicago School Of Grappling operates at 722 S. Racine Ave. Chicago, IL, situated near the UIC Pavilion and the Racine Blue Line stop. The school serves practitioners across neighborhoods including Pilsen, Little Village, Medical District, Greek Town, South Loop, and the West Loop. Inquiries and attendance scheduling can be coordinated by contacting John Le. The instructional curriculum encompasses Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Wrestling / Takedowns. Training sessions cover BJJ Fundamentals, Evening BJJ, No-Gi, and Open Mat practice for students developing grappling skills and conditioning. Prospective students can get 7 days free upon completing an online waiver. Ongoing enrollment features unlimited classes priced at $130 every 30 days providing access to any jiu-jitsu classes, no-gi, open mat and kickboxing, alongside paying for classes one at a time priced at $25 per class without annual contracts.
Chicago, IL
Ascend Jiu-Jitsu is located at 220 E Illinois, unit 7-12, Chicago, IL 60611. The facility is situated in the heart of Streeterville, easily accessible from the Gold Coast, River North, and the Magnificent Mile. Prospective members can schedule an intro session or apply for a private assessment. Training is conducted by Professor Pierre Pires alongside instructor Ananya Chandhok. Sessions emphasize personal development, body conditioning, balance, and self-defense skills. The weekly schedule provides Gi Fundamentals and Gi Competition classes along with open mat sessions. Youth training is organized under the Ascend Legacy Program, featuring dedicated age divisions for 4-6 yo and 7+ yo students. Group classes run Monday through Saturday with morning, midday, and evening training options.
Chicago, IL
Lifetough Kids Boxing Club in Chicago, IL focuses exclusively on boxing and striking disciplines. This gym is tailored specifically for children, emphasizing foundational skills and discipline within the sport. Located in a vibrant urban area, it provides a structured environment where young athletes can develop confidence and fitness. While affiliation details are not specified, the club is known for its commitment to cultivating strong boxing fundamentals in its participants. Lifetough's pricing is moderate, making quality training accessible for families seeking dedicated striking instruction in the city; The gym's atmosphere supports growth through focused coaching designed to build technique and resilience in youth boxers; Overall, it serves as a specialized hub for kids interested in拳
Chicago, IL
Boxing and striking are the two martial-arts focuses listed for Trenches Boxing & Fitness in Chicago, Illinois. Boxing identifies a punch-centered combat-sport category, while striking places the record within the broader stand-up side of martial arts. For a beginner, that pairing provides a straightforward indication that the record is categorized around striking rather than grappling disciplines. For a competitor, the same labels point to a striking-based context without implying a particular event format, preparation method, or competitive result. Trenches Boxing & Fitness is located in Chicago, IL, USA, and its name aligns directly with the boxing focus supplied for the record. The additional striking designation gives the Chicago record a broader martial-arts framing alongside its specific boxing categorization.
Chicago, IL
Molinaro Jiu-Jitsu is situated at 3260 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657, United States in the Lakeview neighborhood. Facility operating hours run Monday - Friday from 9 AM - 9 PM and Saturday & Sunday from 9 AM - 2PM. The academy was established by Alexandre Molinaro, who serves as founder, and head instructor. Coaching staff members include Mike Zagorski as black belt instructor, Guillaume Allaux as Judo black belt, Andrew Kim as instructor, Jared Rodriguez as kids instructor, and John Figueroa as Assistant Kids Instructor. Academy curriculum features core divisions including ADULTS GI, ADULTS NO-GI, WOMEN'S, and KIDS. Training sessions cater to practitioners seeking recreation or competition preparation throughout the week. New participants can begin by scheduling a free trial class.
Chicago, IL
Located in Chicago, Bender Martial Arts and Fitness offers comprehensive martial arts training tailored to a diverse range of students. With a perfect 5.0 rating from 88 reviews, the gym has established a strong reputation for quality instruction and supportive atmosphere. Whether beginners or experienced practitioners, students here focus on building skill and discipline through disciplined practice.
Chicago, IL
Lakeside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu delivers traditional grappling and martial arts instruction at 4101 N. Broadway in Chicago, Illinois. Situated in Chicago, the academy specializes in old school Carlson Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu training, serving students across the city with gi and no-gi grappling disciplines for practitioners of all experience levels. Instruction is led by 2nd degree black belt Anthony Cruz, who coaches beginner, all-levels, and competition jiu-jitsu classes. The academy's teaching roster also features black belt instructors Stephen Luster and Beth Garcia, along with coaches Deuce Rachal, Jim Neitzel, Mike Noren, and Mousa Jodeh. Stand-up grappling and throwing technique is directed by judo instructor Shingo Uto, teaching judo as a standalone discipline and as it applies to jiu-jitsu ground fighting. Course offerings include All Levels Jiu-Jitsu in both gi and no-gi formats, Beginner Jiu-Jitsu, Competition Jiu-Jitsu, Kids BJJ, Kids Stand Up, traditional Judo, and open mat sessions. The academy operates on an ongoing monthly membership providing unlimited access across all training programs.
Chicago, IL
Warrior Evolution MMA operates at 329 W 18th St #414 in Chicago, IL 60616, located within the South Loop neighborhood. The martial arts training facility serves athletes, beginners, and competitors across Chicago. Prospective participants can begin their training regimen with a 1 Week Free Trial provided by the school. Instruction on the mats is led by owner Sean Lau, who serves as head coach of the competition team and holds a second-degree black belt in MMA under Dion Ricardo of Victory Martial Arts. The coaching staff also features Coach Karla, who leads beginner sessions alongside strength and conditioning classes. Training programs encompass MMA Skills Training, Live Grappling, Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Kids MMA. Skills sessions take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am - 11:30am, while evening classes meet Tuesdays through Fridays. Members-only grappling sessions are scheduled on Mondays from 7:00pm - 8:30 pm and Saturdays from 9:00am - 10:30am.
Chicago, IL
Knuckleheads Boxing Gym centers on Boxing and Striking in Chicago, IL, USA. Boxing places the emphasis on a combat-sport discipline built around punches, while Striking is the broader label that groups stand-up martial-arts approaches using striking techniques. Together, those two supplied focuses give a newcomer a straightforward way to understand the record’s stand-up orientation without suggesting a broader grappling emphasis. For someone comparing martial-arts categories, the pairing keeps attention on punch-based work and the wider concept of striking rather than on Gi, No-Gi, or MMA labels. The Chicago, IL location and supplied $$ price-range category complete a concise picture of this Boxing and Striking record in the USA, with both terms carrying their usual broad martial-arts meaning.
Chicago, IL
10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Chicago operates at 5711 N. Milwaukee Ave. First Floor in Chicago, IL 60646. The academy has operated since 2010 and operates from the first floor of the facility. Instruction is provided by Josh Passini, who serves as Head Instructor and Owner. Passini holds rank as a 2nd Degree Black Belt under founder Eddie Bravo. Bravo created the no-gi martial arts style after training under Jean Jacques Machado. The academy offers an Adults Only Nogi Jiu Jitsu Class Schedule. Training tracks include Fundamentals, Advanced, and Leg Lock Club - All Levels, alongside a Competition session that requires approval from an instructor. Regular classes run Monday through Saturday, while the gym remains closed on Sunday.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking are the listed martial-arts focus for Oakley Fight Club & Fitness, located in Chicago, Illinois, USA. That pairing gives the record a clear stand-up-oriented identity, joining the specific Boxing label with the broader Striking label without extending beyond the supplied discipline categories. For a beginner, these labels broadly indicate a focus on two related martial-arts areas, while a competitor can recognize the same combination as distinct from Gi and No-Gi grappling categories. Oakley Fight Club & Fitness carries a $$ price-range symbol, which is the supplied relative price category, and the Chicago, IL location precisely situates this record in the listed city, state, and country without adding unsupported detail.
Chicago, IL
Tohkon Dojo is associated in the supplied record with Chicago, Illinois, USA, and the Martial Arts classification. The listing uses the exact name alongside its stated Chicago and Illinois geography. Martial Arts is a broad umbrella designation that can include many combat disciplines, cultural traditions, and forms of physical practice. In this entry, the category offers general context for Tohkon Dojo without naming any specific discipline, activity, or approach. The result is a careful reference for the named record, preserving Chicago, Illinois, USA and the supplied Martial Arts focus in clear language while keeping attention on the facts provided and on the broad meaning of the classification, rather than adding conclusions about the place represented by this listing.
Chicago, IL
Wolves Judo Academy Kids is listed in Chicago, Illinois, USA with Judo and Kids Program as its training focus. Judo identifies the martial-art category named in the record, while Kids Program is an exact additional focus label that distinguishes this listing from a judo-only description. For a beginner, the Judo label provides a broad indication of the martial-art focus, and the Kids Program label gives the record its stated kids-oriented categorization. Chicago anchors Wolves Judo Academy Kids in Illinois, USA, keeping the description tied to the supplied location and focus. The combination of Judo and Kids Program is the record’s defining distinction, with both labels presented directly and without adding details about particular activities, people, or arrangements.
Chicago, IL
Beat the Streets Chicago is identified in this listing with Chicago, Illinois, USA, and the broad classification of Martial Arts. Chicago provides the supplied city reference, while IL gives the state reference and USA supplies the country reference for the record. Martial Arts is a broad umbrella category that can encompass varied combat disciplines, cultural traditions, and forms of physical expression. The exact name Beat the Streets Chicago is the central identifying detail, and the stated classification provides the relevant general subject area. Taken together, the name, Chicago geography, Illinois abbreviation, USA designation, and Martial Arts classification form a concise directory record for this named entry without extending beyond those supplied details.
Chicago, IL
Stronghold Jiu Jitsu Academy is located at 4120 N Nashville Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60634. The school is owned by Luis Alejandre, who serves as Owner/BJJ Blackbelt, and Isabella Alejandre, who is listed as Owner. Instruction is supported by Alex "Wasa" Rosario (BJJ Blackbelt), Pete Roehl (BJJ Blackbelt), Chris Pinto (BJJ Blackbelt), and Brian Higgins (Judo Blackbelt). Class programs include ADULT BJJ, JUDO, POLICE training, and WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE. Youth martial arts classes are divided by age group, providing KIDS BJJ for Ages 5-9 to develop motor, attention, and listening skills through basic principles and exercises, alongside classes for Ages 10-15 to build self confidence and awareness. Prospective students can register online to try a class.
Chicago, IL
MMA, No-Gi, and Striking are the listed training focuses for Q Jitsu MMA in Chicago, Illinois, USA. MMA is a broad combat-sport category that combines different fighting ranges, while No-Gi refers to grappling without a traditional uniform and Striking identifies stand-up-oriented martial arts. Together, these labels describe a mixed discipline profile with both grappling and striking components. A beginner can understand the record as spanning more than one broad martial-arts category rather than concentrating only on one. A competitor can recognize MMA alongside separate No-Gi and Striking designations within the same Chicago record. Q Jitsu MMA is identified with this three-part focus in Chicago, Illinois, United States of America without additional supplied distinctions.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL, USA is the supplied setting for Evolution Dojo, a record placed within the broad Martial Arts classification and presented through that name-and-location association. Evolution Dojo is identified alongside Chicago, Illinois, and the USA, creating a direct geographic reference that distinguishes the entry by its stated locality. Martial Arts functions as an inclusive category for a wide range of combat disciplines, traditions, and physical systems, without attaching a particular discipline to this named record. The classification therefore supplies useful general context while leaving the listed name and Chicago geography as the defining details. As a directory record, Evolution Dojo is concisely represented by its association with Chicago, IL, USA and by the supplied Martial Arts focus.
Chicago, IL
Gi and No-Gi are the defining discipline labels for Jiu-Jitsu Institute Inc in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Gi refers broadly to a grappling context involving a traditional uniform, while No-Gi identifies a related grappling context without that uniform-based emphasis. Having both labels gives a beginner a clear sense that the record spans two commonly distinguished Brazilian jiu-jitsu contexts, while keeping the description limited to its stated focus. For a competitor, the same pairing signals categorization under both Gi and No-Gi rather than a single grappling label. Located in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Jiu-Jitsu Institute Inc is identified through this dual Gi and No-Gi focus, giving the record a concise martial-arts profile grounded entirely in the supplied discipline mix and location. The name Jiu-Jitsu Institute Inc and the Chicago setting complete the record’s stated identity without adding claims beyond those values.
Chicago, IL
Chicago Mixed Martial Arts, South Loop provides combat sports education and martial arts instruction at 110 E Cermak Rd in Chicago, Illinois. Operating alongside a sister academy in Lincoln Park, a single membership grants practitioners full access to training spaces and strength training rooms across both locations. The academy traces its grappling lineage through head instructor Misho Ceko, who holds a fourth-degree black belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Ralph Gracie and a fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian Luta Livre under Hugo Duarte. A coaching staff of sixteen instructors oversees classes, providing attentive guidance for recreational students and active competition team athletes. Programs include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, no-gi submission grappling, Luta Livre, Muay Thai, and mixed martial arts. Training emphasizes positional control, takedown mechanics, and live sparring, supported by seven-day trial passes.
Chicago, IL
Located in Chicago, IL, KATA CHICAGO JUDO CLUB specializes in Judo training. The gym offers a focused environment for practitioners looking to develop their skills in this martial art.
Chicago, IL
Wolf Judo centers its identity on Judo in Chicago, Illinois, USA. That focused discipline places the record squarely within a grappling tradition built around balance, movement, and controlled exchanges. For someone new to martial arts, a Judo focus signals an opportunity to explore a clearly defined combat-sport category without the record suggesting unrelated disciplines. Competitors can likewise read the emphasis as a direct connection to the rules, tactics, and physical problem-solving associated with Judo. Wolf Judo is identified by name and location with a single, concentrated training focus rather than a mixed-discipline listing. The Chicago setting gives the record a precise Illinois, USA presence while keeping the description anchored to the supplied Judo classification.
Chicago, IL
Judo is the single training focus listed for Kokushikan Judo Academy in Chicago, Illinois, USA. With no additional supplied discipline labels, the record is directly categorized under Judo rather than a mixed striking or wrestling focus. Broadly, judo is a grappling-oriented martial-arts category, which helps a beginner distinguish it from Boxing, Striking, and Kickboxing. For a competitor comparing martial-arts records, the Judo designation identifies the relevant discipline while leaving unstated any particular event, method, or outcome. The name Kokushikan Judo Academy aligns exactly with the record's listed Judo focus, creating a clear discipline-based identity for the Chicago entry. Its stated location is Chicago, IL, USA, and its supplied martial-arts categorization remains Judo alone.
Chicago, IL
Boxing, Striking, and Kickboxing form the complete training-focus mix for chicago il kickboxing classes in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Boxing identifies a hand-based combat-sport discipline, Striking broadens the record into stand-up martial arts, and Kickboxing adds a distinct named striking category. This three-label combination gives the Chicago record a wider stand-up focus than an entry listed under Boxing alone. For a beginner comparing martial-arts categories, the supplied disciplines point broadly toward distance, timing, movement, and striking as the central concepts associated with the record. For a competitor, the combination of Boxing, Striking, and Kickboxing identifies several related competitive categories without making claims about a particular format, method, or preparation. The exact name chicago il kickboxing classes and the Chicago, IL location together identify this USA record through its specific three-part discipline listing.
Chicago, IL
The South Loop designation sets Title Boxing Club Chicago South Loop apart as a Chicago, Illinois, USA record focused on Boxing and Striking. Boxing identifies a direct stand-up martial-arts discipline, and Striking places that focus within the broader category supplied for this location. A beginner can use those labels to understand that the record points toward stand-up martial arts without reading more into a specific format or progression. Someone weighing different competitive directions can also distinguish this profile from records categorized under Gi, No-Gi, or MMA. Its name connects the entry to Chicago South Loop while its stated city and state keep the location precise. These details make the record a clear fit for anyone looking to compare Chicago martial-arts options by an explicitly listed Boxing and Striking focus.
Chicago, IL
Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club operates at 226 S. Wabash Avenue in downtown Chicago, Illinois. The academy is led by founder Adem Redzovic, a fourth-degree black belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Grand Master Carley Gracie who has practiced the art for more than twenty-three years. The instructional roster includes Professor Solomon alongside a team of experienced martial artists focused on technical detail and leverage. The academy organizes a progressive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu curriculum in gi and no-gi formats. Novices begin with the Roots Fundamentals program to master ground positional mechanics, defensive escapes, and joint submissions. Experienced practitioners advance to intermediate coursework, which requires thirty-six class credits and includes live randori sparring, or advanced sessions open to blue belts and above. Striking education is available through Kickboxing Fundamentals, teaching essential punches, kicks, and combinations. The facility features training mats and member amenities including showers, towel service, cardio equipment, and weight training equipment. The school cultivates an environment centered on student safety, mutual respect, and disciplined skill progression. Prospective students can register online to coordinate an introductory trial lesson.
Chicago, IL
Southside Jiu Jitsu Club operates at 837 and 841 E. 63rd Street in Chicago, Illinois. Founded by head instructor Professor Solomon "Solo" Dixon, a first-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the club delivers disciplined grappling education to practitioners across the South Side of Chicago. Professor Dixon views martial arts as a vehicle for personal transformation, athletic fitness, and community safety. The club's curriculum centers on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu taught across gi and no-gi training formats. Course offerings include BJJ Fundamentals classes covering essential escapes, framing, and base control, as well as All Levels and Advanced sessions addressing guard sweeps, passing sequences, and joint submissions. Additional schedule options encompass focused Women's Jiu Jitsu classes, Randori open mat training, and Youth BJJ through the Kid's Prime Membership. Practitioners can also participate in the academy's six-week transformation challenges. Instruction emphasizes disciplined technique, student camaraderie, and mat safety across all experience levels. Prospective practitioners can schedule an initial goal-setting consultation or attend an introductory class to experience the club firsthand.
Chicago, IL
TDC MMA + Fitness delivers combat sports instruction and functional conditioning at 2450 W. Hubbard Street, Second Floor, in Chicago, IL. Founded by owner and head instructor Dino Costeas, the facility provides martial arts training and small-group fitness for practitioners of varying athletic backgrounds. Founder Dino Costeas is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt who trained under Rickson Gracie, served as a world title coach for Andrei Arlovski, and possesses ten years of Muay Thai experience. The instructional team features striking and grappling coaches including Matt for Muay Thai, Joon Oh and Bradford for jiu-jitsu, Leo and Andrew for striking and grappling, and Christian for wrestling and jiu-jitsu. Staff members also include a director of sports medicine and a massage therapist. Class programming spans Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, mixed martial arts, wrestling, Muay Thai, and small-group conditioning workouts. Members also have access to semi-private personal training sessions, with class registration managed through a digital member account application.
Chicago, IL
Redzovic Jiu Jitsu Chicago operates at 4900 N Lincoln Ave in the Lincoln Square neighborhood on the Northside of Chicago, Illinois. As an established martial arts academy in Chicago, the school provides Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction focused on practical street self-defense and athletic development. The instructional staff is headed by Professor Eddie Redzovic, a fifth-degree Gracie Jiu-Jitsu black belt who serves as owner and head instructor. Redzovic oversees a teaching team that includes youth coach Hamza Redzovic. Instruction focuses on leverage-based martial arts mechanics, situational escapes, and joint control designed to neutralize confrontations safely. Class offerings include Kids Jiu-Jitsu for ages 5 to 8, Kids Jiu-Jitsu for ages 9 to 14, Adult Beginner Jiu-Jitsu Self-Defense for ages 15 and older, and an Advanced Sport Jiu Jitsu Program. The facility additionally provides striking and mixed martial arts classes alongside individualized private lessons.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking form the listed martial-arts focus for River North Boxing Fitness in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a price-range symbol of $$. Boxing identifies a combat-sport focus centered on punching, while Striking is the broader label for stand-up martial-arts action involving strikes. Read together, these supplied labels give the record a clear emphasis on boxing and striking rather than a grappling-focused description. For a beginner, they provide a broad way to distinguish stand-up combat from ground-oriented disciplines; for a competitor, they identify boxing and striking as the record’s named areas of focus. River North Boxing Fitness is listed in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and $$ is the supplied relative price category. The record does not supply an affiliation, amenity, competition achievement, or any additional martial-arts focus beyond Boxing and Striking.
Chicago, IL
Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts is a named record associated with Chicago, IL, USA, and the broad Martial Arts classification. Martial Arts is an umbrella category that can encompass varied combat disciplines, cultural traditions, systems of physical practice, and related approaches from many contexts. This listing uses the supplied name and geography as its principal identifiers, with the category providing a clear general subject frame. The exact wording Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts distinguishes the entry as written, while Chicago, IL, and USA provide its stated geographic reference. Together, these supplied details make the record easy to identify by name, city, state, country, and broad category, while keeping the description centered on Martial Arts rather than assigning any particular discipline or activity to the named record.
Chicago, IL
Vianna Brothers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy delivers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling education at 2128 North Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. Serving the Bucktown, Wicker Park, and Logan Square communities, the academy provides technical martial arts training for youth, beginners, and advanced competitors. The academy is owned and directed by head instructor Daniel Vianna, a sixth-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with over three decades of martial arts experience and over twenty years as a black belt. Beginning his training at age eight under Rolls Gracie in Rio de Janeiro, Coach Vianna studied judo under Virgilio Castro de Moura, trained under Carlson Gracie Jr. and Marcelo Alonso, and helped establish Chicago's first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school in 1995 while competing in professional mixed martial arts. The instructional team also features third-degree Atos black belt Evan Mannweiler alongside instructors Paul Do, Izzy Avi, Eden Berg, and Joe Dankowski. Course offerings feature adult gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, positional fundamentals, advanced competition training, and youth martial arts classes led by coaches Albert Gorev and Mike Demopoulos.
Chicago, IL
Chicago Mixed Martial Arts operates two fully equipped facilities in Chicago, Illinois, situated on North Halsted Street and East Cermak Road. The academy combines three historic martial traditions: Ralph Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Luta Livre submission grappling, and Sityodtong Muay Thai. Instruction is anchored by Misho Ceko, who holds black belt ranks under Ralph Gracie and Hugo Duarte, alongside striking instruction rooted in Kru Mark DellaGrotte's Sityodtong system. Students train across Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, no-gi submission grappling, Luta Livre, Muay Thai, K-1-style kickboxing, and kids martial arts. The gym maintains an active competition team competing in regional grappling tournaments, amateur bouts, and striking events across Illinois. Practicing athletes and beginners in Chicago can visit either location to explore class schedules and membership plans.
Chicago, IL
Presented as Renzo Gracie Chicago, this Chicago, IL, USA listing is classified broadly under Martial Arts, a label that can encompass many combat disciplines and cultural traditions. The name and supplied location create a concise reference point for Renzo Gracie Chicago within Chicago and the wider Illinois setting. Its Martial Arts classification should be read as a general category rather than a statement assigning any particular discipline, method, or activity to the named record. Chicago is the stated city, IL is the stated state abbreviation, and USA is the stated country, keeping the geographic identification clear and direct. As a compact Martial Arts record, it preserves the supplied name, city, state, country, and category in a neutral format for readers seeking a careful local reference.
Chicago, IL
Muay Thai and Striking define the listed martial-arts focus of Muay Thai Chicago Aiki Training Hall in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Muay Thai is a striking discipline, and the accompanying Striking label keeps the record’s emphasis firmly on stand-up combat-sport categories. For a beginner, these labels provide a broad indication of a martial-arts direction centered on striking rather than grappling; for a competitor, they identify the specific focus terms attached to this Chicago record. The supplied price-range category is $$, which appears alongside the discipline mix and location without assigning a monetary amount or value judgment. Muay Thai Chicago Aiki Training Hall is thus distinguished by an exact Muay Thai and Striking pairing, a Chicago setting, and the listed $$ relative category. Its record is specific about those labels and does not add broader claims beyond that martial-arts focus.
Chicago, IL
Mission MMA & Fitness is located at 1620 W Carroll Ave in Chicago, IL 60612. The facility serves martial arts students across West Town, West Loop, and Fulton Market. Instruction is led by Said Hatim, who serves as Owner & Head Coach. The teaching roster includes Gerardo Cepeda as BJJ Instructor, Juan Zaragoza as Jiu Jitsu Instructor, Milos Jeftic as Muay Thai / Kickboxing Coach, and Sydney Yockey as Strength & Conditioning Coach. Training disciplines include Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi), Muay Thai & Kickboxing, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), and Kids Jiu Jitsu (Ages 5+). The weekly schedule features classes such as BJJ Gi, BJJ No-Gi, Kids' Kickboxing, and a Sunday High Support Fitness Program. Interested practitioners can get started by registering for a free trial class.
Chicago, IL
Brazil 021 BJJ - Jiu-Jitsu in Chicago operates on the second floor at 2643 W Chicago Ave in Chicago, Illinois. The academy provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for youth and adult practitioners across Chicago's North and West Side neighborhoods. The school is led by co-founder Professor Andre Terencio, a fifth-degree black belt who earned gold at the 2018 IBJJF Boston Open in the Master 3 black belt division, and Professor Hannette Staack, a fifth-degree black belt and seven-time IBJJF world champion. Instruction is supported by Professor Sharon Gosun, Professor Vinicius Pereira, and Professor John Thompson. Training emphasizes guard work, sweeps, positional transitions, self-defense mechanics, and live sparring. The academy organizes structured programs across all age brackets. Youth instruction includes Kids Class 1 (3–6), Kids Class 2 (7–12), a Kids Summer Program, and a Kids After School Program. Adult tracks include fundamentals, advanced gi, no-gi grappling, and tailored tactical training for law enforcement personnel.
Chicago, IL
Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu in Chicago operates at 630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661. Instruction is provided by Carlos Lemos Jr., a former mixed martial artist and 5th degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt practitioner and coach. The coaching roster also features Professor Carlos Lopez, a 3rd degree black belt under Gracie Barra with 17 years of experience who teaches in English and Spanish, alongside Coach Ricardo Polistchuck, an ICP certified instructor who has trained at the academy since 2019. The academy offers three tiers of adult Jiu-Jitsu classes along with instruction for children and teens that emphasizes routine, cooperation, and self-awareness through Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals. Practitioners also participate in dedicated Jiu-Jitsu competition training at the West Loop facility.
Chicago, IL
Double Five Jiu-Jitsu in Chicago is distinguished by 9 IBJJF adult black-belt Gi world champions produced, 4 IBJJF adult black-belt No-Gi world champions produced, and 96 kids world champions produced. Its listed Gi and No-Gi focus matches those two named jiu-jitsu and grappling categories, distinguishing categories with and without the Gi label. For a beginner, Gi and No-Gi broadly identify two grappling directions; for a competitor, the record’s achievements and categories are stated exactly without implying any additional competitive claim. Double Five Jiu-Jitsu is located in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and carries a $$ price-range symbol as its supplied relative price designation. No boxing, striking, Muay Thai, or MMA focus is listed. The supplied achievements remain the central distinction of this Chicago martial-arts record, alongside its specific Gi and No-Gi focus.
Chicago, IL
Mind Body Defense is listed in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with Martial Arts identified as its broad classification. The name brings together ideas of mind, body, and defense, while the geographic reference places this record in Chicago. Martial Arts is an umbrella term that can encompass many combat disciplines, cultural traditions, and approaches to physical practice without assigning any particular one to this named record. This listing offers a concise point of reference for Mind Body Defense within the Chicago, IL, USA context and uses Martial Arts as its supplied focus. Readers seeking to distinguish records by name and location can use the exact wording Mind Body Defense alongside its Chicago geography and broad Martial Arts classification.
Chicago, IL
North Side Brazilian Jiu Jitsu delivers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts training at 3649 N Central Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. Serving youth and adult practitioners throughout Chicago's northwest side, the academy provides structured grappling and combat sports instruction for students of all experience backgrounds. The school operates under the leadership of Owner and Head Instructor Professor Branko, supported by an instructional coaching team overseeing youth, adult, and competition coursework. Training spans Youth Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in both gi and no-gi formats, and Adult Mixed Martial Arts. The youth program is organized into distinct age tiers, featuring classes for children ages 5 to 8 and ages 9 to 12 designed to teach defensive ground mechanics, positional escapes, and balance in a supportive mat setting. Adult classes incorporate technical drilling, situational sparring, and competition preparation. Instruction emphasizes technical discipline, personal safety, and consistent physical conditioning. Prospective students and local families in Chicago can visit the North Central Avenue academy to observe classes and register for a complimentary trial session.
Chicago, IL
Boxing, striking, and kickboxing define the training focus listed for 9Round Kickboxing Fitness in Chicago, Illinois. This three-part martial-arts profile brings together boxing and kickboxing alongside the broader striking category, giving the record a clear stand-up emphasis rather than a ground-focused one. For someone comparing disciplines at a broad level, boxing centers the profile on punching, while striking and kickboxing indicate a wider stand-up martial-arts context that includes the kickboxing label specifically. The combination makes the listed focus easy to distinguish from records centered on grappling or submission-based disciplines, while keeping the description grounded in the categories provided. Located in Chicago, IL, USA, 9Round Kickboxing Fitness is identified through these closely related boxing, striking, and kickboxing designations, with each label contributing to its stated martial-arts focus.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking are the defining disciplines listed for Rick Ramos Boxing Gym in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Boxing gives the record a specific combat-sport category, while Striking broadens the supplied focus to stand-up martial-arts work beyond the boxing label alone. For a beginner, these labels plainly distinguish a striking-centered path from grappling-focused categories such as Gi or No-Gi. For a competitor, the pairing identifies a record oriented around stand-up competition concepts, with boxing as the named specialty and Striking as the accompanying discipline category. The supplied $$ price range belongs alongside this Chicago, Illinois identity and indicates only the stated relative price symbol, without assigning a dollar amount or a value judgment to Rick Ramos Boxing Gym.
Chicago, IL
Dragon Budo Jujutsu Martial Arts Academy delivers martial arts education and defensive combat training at 2649 E 79th Street on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. The academy serves youths, adults, and seniors across the local Chicago community seeking practical self-defense, athletic conditioning, and traditional discipline. The school was founded and is directed by Grandmaster Darryl Starks Sr., Soke of Gyawn Atiko Jujutsu and president of the Universal Martial Artist International Association, who brings over forty-eight years of martial arts experience. A five-time world grappling champion and 2024 Black Belt Hall of Fame inductee, Grandmaster Starks leads instruction in classical jujutsu joint locks, throws, off-balancing, and weapon defense. The curriculum also features boxing instruction covering footwork, combinations, and bag work, alongside targeted self-defense classes for senior men and women. Training focuses on technical precision, personal empowerment, and physical longevity in a supportive environment. Area residents on Chicago's South Side can visit the 79th Street dojo to tour the facility, meet Grandmaster Starks, and register for an introductory ten-dollar trial class.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking establish the martial-arts focus of Underground Boxing and Conditioning (UBC Gym) in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Boxing is the specific named combat-sport category, and Striking expands the supplied identity to the broader stand-up martial-arts category. For a beginner, these labels make the record distinct from Gi, No-Gi, or MMA-centered listings by emphasizing striking-oriented disciplines. For a competitor, the pairing indicates a record centered on stand-up competition concepts, with boxing named directly and Striking included as an additional focus. The $$ price range is stated exactly as a relative category for Underground Boxing and Conditioning (UBC Gym), while Chicago, Illinois provides the precise location context supplied in the record.
Chicago, IL
Royal Boxing + MMA is located at 1956 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640. Operating hours run Monday - Friday: 6 AM - 8 PM and Saturday: 8 AM - 2 PM, with Sunday: Closed. Street parking is available out front. Training is directed by Brian De Leon, who serves as Instructor and head coach for striking programs. De Leon conducts training across multiple disciplines, guiding fighters and beginners through skill development in a motivating group setting. Course options include Boxing, Kickboxing, and Youth Boxing for young athletes between 8 and 15 years old. Membership choices feature Monthly Membership, Group Classes, Personal Training, and Day Pass admissions. New students can register online to claim a Free Pass or Trial Class before committing to a plan.
Chicago, IL
CombatZone Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA brings together Gi, No-Gi, MMA, and Striking in Chicago, Illinois. The Gi and No-Gi focus places Brazilian jiu-jitsu in both uniformed and non-uniformed forms, giving the record a grappling-centered foundation with two distinct contexts. MMA adds a broader mixed martial-arts category, while Striking contributes a stand-up martial-arts dimension alongside the grappling labels. This combination makes CombatZone Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA a clearly multi-discipline martial-arts record rather than one limited to a single format. For a beginner, the listed mix signals exposure to both grappling and striking categories; for a competitor, it indicates categories that span Gi, No-Gi, MMA, and Striking. Its location in Chicago, IL, USA anchors that varied training focus in the city.
Chicago, IL
Viking Muay Thai foregrounds Muay Thai alongside the broader Striking category in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a $$ price-range symbol. Muay Thai is a striking discipline, and the paired labels identify both the specific martial art and its broader stand-up combat classification. For a beginner, this combination provides a clear conceptual starting point: Muay Thai names the discipline, while Striking describes the larger area of martial arts in which it belongs. For a competitor, the labels similarly separate a defined discipline from the wider striking context without implying any particular preparation or format. Chicago is the listed Illinois location for Viking Muay Thai, and the supplied $$ symbol remains part of its relative price-range designation alongside its Muay Thai and Striking focus.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking are the listed martial-arts focus of Hammer Fitness and Boxing in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and the record carries a $$ price-range symbol. Boxing identifies a combat-sport discipline broadly associated with punches, while Striking names a wider standup emphasis within the supplied discipline mix. Together, the two labels give the record a clear combat-sports identity without extending beyond the named areas of focus. For someone new to martial arts, this combination signals that boxing and striking are the relevant categories; for competitive aims, it identifies the broad standup context represented here. Hammer Fitness and Boxing is specifically situated in Chicago, IL, USA, with Boxing, Striking, and the $$ symbol forming the complete set of supplied distinctions.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and striking define Windy City Boxing in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Its focus places the record squarely around the direct, stand-up side of martial arts, with boxing named alongside the broader striking category. For someone new to these disciplines, that combination signals attention to the core ideas of distance, timing, movement, and delivering strikes. For a competitor-minded reader, the same focus points toward a martial-arts category centered on stand-up exchanges rather than grappling. The supplied $$ price-range symbol situates Windy City Boxing within its listed relative price category. In Chicago, this record is identified specifically through its paired Boxing and Striking training focus, giving the name a clear martial-arts identity.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and striking define the focus at Title Boxing Club Chicago Lincoln Park in Chicago, Illinois, USA. That pairing centers the record on the stand-up side of martial arts, with boxing providing a direct frame of reference and striking describing the broader category alongside it. For a beginner, these labels make the martial-arts emphasis easy to identify without assuming a particular format or progression. For someone comparing records with competitive interests, the same mix highlights a stand-up-oriented discipline profile rather than a grappling designation. The Lincoln Park name further distinguishes this Chicago record from other TITLE Boxing Club locations while keeping its identity tied to its stated city and state. It is a straightforward listing for people seeking a Chicago martial-arts option categorized specifically under Boxing and Striking.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and striking are the listed disciplines for TITLE Boxing Club Chicago Wicker Park in Chicago, Illinois, USA. This pairing gives the record a focused stand-up martial-arts identity, with boxing named specifically and striking providing the wider discipline category. A beginner can view these labels as an introduction to the core ideas of range, timing, movement, and punches in stand-up combat. For a competitor, the same focus points to the tactical demands of striking exchanges and the decisions made at distance. Chicago is the supplied location, while Wicker Park appears in the record name as a distinguishing part of its identity. TITLE Boxing Club Chicago Wicker Park is therefore defined by its Chicago setting and its direct emphasis on boxing and striking within the listed martial-arts categories.
Chicago, IL
Gi and No-Gi define the Brazilian jiu-jitsu focus at Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, located in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Gi places Brazilian jiu-jitsu in the traditional jacket-and-pants format, while No-Gi identifies the grappling art without that garment-based emphasis. Together, these two listed disciplines reflect the two supplied formats for Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and give its identity a balanced grappling emphasis. For someone beginning to explore the art, the labels clarify whether the gi is part of the format; for competitive aims, they point to the two broad contexts attached to the listed focus. The Chicago, IL, USA location and the paired Gi and No-Gi labels keep the description precise, centering Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu on Brazilian jiu-jitsu across both supplied formats.
Chicago, IL
Dynamite Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Chicago brings together Gi and No-Gi grappling with Boxing, Striking, and Kickboxing in Chicago, Illinois. This mix places the record across both close-range grappling and stand-up martial arts categories. Gi and No-Gi identify two Brazilian jiu-jitsu contexts, one with the traditional uniform and one without it. Boxing, Striking, and Kickboxing add a clearly distinct stand-up emphasis alongside those grappling labels. For someone comparing martial-arts focuses, the listed disciplines indicate a broad combination rather than a single-discipline identity. Located in Chicago, USA, Dynamite Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Chicago is categorized under five supplied training focuses: Gi, No-Gi, Boxing, Striking, and Kickboxing.
Chicago, IL
Wrestling is the central and only supplied training focus for Notre Dame Wrestling Club in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Broadly, Wrestling identifies a grappling-oriented martial-arts discipline built around positional engagement, rather than a striking-focused category. That label gives a beginner a clear conceptual starting point for understanding the record without adding claims about any particular activities or arrangements. It also lets a competitor identify the record as one categorized under Wrestling, with no additional discipline labels supplied. Notre Dame Wrestling Club is located in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and that location works directly with its Wrestling focus to define the record. The supplied name, Chicago setting, Illinois state, USA country, and Wrestling label provide a complete, specific description of Notre Dame Wrestling Club while remaining within the exact stated values.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking are the listed focus areas for TITLE Boxing Club Chicago West Loop in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Boxing identifies a combat-sport category centered broadly on punching, while Striking indicates a wider stand-up combat focus. Together, these labels make the record distinct from a grappling-focused martial-arts listing. For a beginner, the pairing offers a simple way to understand that boxing sits within the broader idea of striking-based martial arts. For a competitor, the same labels point to a record categorized under both Boxing and Striking without claiming a particular competitive pathway or form of preparation. The Chicago location anchors this martial-arts record in Illinois, USA, and the supplied focus remains specifically Boxing and Striking throughout the description.
Chicago, IL
Muay Thai, striking, boxing, and kickboxing define Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club in Chicago, Illinois. This combination places the record within several stand-up martial-arts categories, linking the clinch-and-strike identity of Muay Thai with the punch-focused emphasis associated with boxing and the broader striking label. For a beginner, these listed disciplines indicate a clear orientation toward stand-up martial arts rather than grappling categories. For a competitor, the same mix signals relevance across striking-based competitive contexts without suggesting any particular competitive pathway. Chicago Muay Thai Kickboxing Club is located in Chicago, IL, USA, and its name directly reflects the Muay Thai and kickboxing focus listed for the record. The boxing and striking labels further distinguish its martial-arts categorization within the Chicago location.
Chicago, IL
Muay Thai and striking define Chicago Thai Boxing Academy in Chicago, Illinois. Muay Thai gives the record a specific stand-up martial-arts identity, while striking places it within a broader category centered on stand-up techniques. For a beginner, these labels indicate a martial-arts focus outside grappling disciplines and provide a clear high-level distinction when comparing records. For a competitor, the same pairing signals relevance to striking-oriented contexts without claiming a particular ruleset, event, preparation method, or result. The supplied relative price category is $$, preserved exactly as a price-range symbol rather than translated into a monetary claim. Chicago Thai Boxing Academy is located in Chicago, IL, USA, with Muay Thai and striking as the complete listed training focus.
Chicago, IL
Located in Chicago, Franklin Street Boxing Club specializes in boxing and striking techniques. This gym offers focused training for those looking to improve their stand-up combat skills. With a 4.7 rating from 22 reviews, it is well-regarded by its members.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking define the martial-arts focus listed for Sam Colonna Boxing in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Boxing centers the record on a ruleset built around punches, while the accompanying Striking label keeps the description broad enough to recognize stand-up combat as the shared emphasis. For a beginner, those labels provide a clear way to distinguish this record from grappling-focused entries, and for a competitor they identify the standing side of martial arts without implying any particular instruction or format. The Chicago, IL location gives the record a precise setting within the USA, and its supplied price-range symbol is $$, an exact relative category included alongside the Boxing and Striking focus. Sam Colonna Boxing is therefore characterized here by its named identity, Chicago setting, paired stand-up disciplines, and the supplied $$ price-range symbol.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking define the stated focus of Chicago Youth Boxing Club in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a price range of $$. Boxing emphasizes punches, movement, distance, and defensive awareness, while Striking is the broader label for stand-up offensive and defensive exchanges. For a beginner, this pairing gives a straightforward picture of a stand-up martial-arts emphasis; for a competitor, it identifies boxing alongside the wider striking category. Chicago Youth Boxing Club is based in Chicago, Illinois, with the supplied $$ symbol serving as its relative price category. The two labels reinforce one another without suggesting additional disciplines: Boxing names a specific combat sport, and Striking places that sport within a broader stand-up framework. That focus distinguishes the record through its direct attention to punching-based martial arts and the broader tactical range represented by Striking.
Chicago, IL
Located in Chicago, IL, USA, Logan Square Auditorium appears in this listing under the broad Martial Arts classification. Martial Arts can serve as an umbrella category for a wide range of combat disciplines, physical traditions, and cultural practices, so the label should be understood at that general level. The entry identifies Logan Square Auditorium by its exact name and associates it with Chicago, Illinois, providing a straightforward geographic reference within the United States. Its classification offers useful context for readers organizing records around Martial Arts while avoiding assumptions about a specific discipline or activity. As a directory record, this concise description keeps the focus on Logan Square Auditorium, its Chicago location, and the supplied Martial Arts categorization.
Chicago, IL
Beat the Streets Chicago – Avondale is identified in the supplied record by the geography Chicago, IL, USA and the broad category Martial Arts. Martial Arts can refer generally to many combat disciplines and cultural traditions, but the classification here does not specify one for Beat the Streets Chicago – Avondale. The full name, including Chicago and Avondale, is the exact identifying text presented with the entry and should be considered together with Chicago, IL, USA. These supplied details give the listing a distinct reference profile based on its name, city, state, country, and stated classification. For directory use, Beat the Streets Chicago – Avondale remains clearly associated with Chicago, IL, USA under Martial Arts, without extending the record beyond the information provided.
Chicago, IL
Boxing and Striking are the defining focus labels for Unanimous Boxing Gym in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Boxing gives the record a direct combat-sport identity, while the Striking category reinforces that the emphasis is on stand-up martial-arts terminology. For a beginner, this combination broadly points toward a striking-centered direction; for a competitor, it identifies Boxing and Striking as the exact disciplines associated with the gym. The supplied price-range category is $$, included as a relative symbol rather than a statement about dollar amounts or value. Unanimous Boxing Gym is therefore a Chicago martial-arts record with a concise, specific identity built around Boxing and Striking. Its name, location, discipline labels, and $$ category together provide the supported distinctions for this entry, without extending those facts into claims about personnel, offerings, or operations.
Chicago, IL
World-class instruction in a welcoming environment dedicated to student growth and technical excellence.
Chicago, IL
Movimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness is located at 2139 N Damen Ave in Chicago, IL. Established in 2011, the training center offers instruction in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing, and fitness conditioning. Head instructor Israel Reyes is a fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu with expertise in competition training, cardio conditioning, and self-defense. Israel Reyes holds an extensive competitive background dating back to 2004 across amateur and professional matches. His tournament record includes winning three No-Gi World Championship titles in 2009, 2017, and 2019, along with four Pan American championship titles earned in 2009, 2011, 2014, and 2025. He also secured a gold medal in Lisbon, Portugal at the Europeans 2026 Championship. The weekly schedule features structured training sessions including Kids BJJ Gi, adult Bjj Gi, NoGi grappling, kickboxing, and Saturday open mat sessions. Classes run across mornings and evenings from Sunday through Thursday as well as Saturday, with Friday designated as having no scheduled classes. Students can contact the academy through its website.
Chicago, IL
World-class instruction in a welcoming environment dedicated to student growth and technical excellence.
Chicago, IL
World-class instruction in a welcoming environment dedicated to student growth and technical excellence.
Chicago, IL
World-class instruction in a welcoming environment dedicated to student growth and technical excellence.
Chicago, IL
World-class instruction in a welcoming environment dedicated to student growth and technical excellence.
Chicago, IL
World-class instruction in a welcoming environment dedicated to student growth and technical excellence.
Chicago, IL
Uflacker Academy is located at 6390 South Archer in Chicago, Illinois 60638, situated off I-55 between Harlem and Central Ave. The academy serves the southwest communities of the Chicagoland area. Founded by Professor Christian Uflacker, a 5th degree black belt under Master Renzo Gracie, the school provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts instruction. Professor Christian Uflacker is an undefeated professional mixed martial artist who competed for BellatorMMA and StrikeforceMMA, holding major titles including IBJJF World Champion, American National Champion, Brazilian National Champion, and The European Open Champion. He implemented a BJJ training system for the United States Marines, coached athletes in UFC and BellatorMMA, and entered the Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2025. The academy conducts classes seven days a week, offering Adult All-Levels BJJ, Adult All Levels No-Gi BJJ, and Women's Self Defense. Youth programs accommodate students through Kids 3-5 Years old BJJ and Kids 6 years old & above BJJ. Training amenities feature 3,500 sq. feet of mat space, two training areas, an MMA cage, striking bags, crash pads, and a private weightlifting room.
Chicago, IL
Artistic Jiu-Jitsu School operates at 4413 W Lawrence Ave in Chicago, Illinois. The academy provides martial arts instruction focused on building lifelong friendships, discipline, and personal confidence for students and families. The school is owned and operated by black belt couple Pedro Dias and Laura Carvalho. Dias is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Douglas Rufino and an accomplished light-feather weight competitor on the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation circuit, earning silver medals at the Pan American championships in 2020 and 2021. Carvalho serves as co-owner and co-founder after receiving her black belt in 2025, actively working to expand training opportunities for women and youth. Training options include classes for students of diverse experience levels. The school offers a Kids Program, an Adult Program, and a specialized Women's Program. Sessions run throughout the week, featuring morning and evening classes designed to teach foundational grappling techniques in a structured team environment.
Chicago, IL
World-class instruction in a welcoming environment dedicated to student growth and technical excellence.
