Movimento

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.