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Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes in Illinois

20 of the 1,220 martial arts schools we track in Illinois have jiu-jitsu fundamental classes. Full listings for every city are on the Illinois page.

20schools
17cities
1,220schools statewide

This directory filters martial arts academies offering dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) fundamental programs designed specifically for beginners. Listed academies provide structured gi classes covering basic position control, escapes, and self-defense concepts under qualified instruction. Before booking a trial, verify class schedule availability and whether the school permits third-party gis or requires academy-branded uniforms.

Chicago 3

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chicago

    5711 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646-6215

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
  2. GB Chicago West Loop

    Chicago, IL

  3. Hybrid Martial Arts & Fitness

    3933 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-4227

Champaign 2

  1. Battlehorse Martial Arts

    406 Ginger Bend Dr, Champaign, IL 61822-3500

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
  2. McVicker Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    1808 Round Barn Rd, Champaign, IL 61821-6816

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling

Aurora 1

  1. Levels Jiu Jitsu

    800 S Frontenac St, Aurora, IL 60504-3121

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Batavia 1

  1. Olympus Grappling Arts

    2301 Main St, Batavia, IL 60510-7700

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Collinsville 1

  1. Gracie Barra Collinsville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense

    2539 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234-5034

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Deerfield 1

  1. Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense

    55 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015-4901

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

East Dundee 1

  1. Five Points Jiu Jitsu

    104 N River St, East Dundee, IL 60118-1331

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Edwardsville 1

  1. Gracie Humaita

    503 E Vandalia St, Edwardsville, IL 62025-1893

    BJJ / grappling

Gurnee 1

  1. Wrecking Ball MMA

    905 Lakeside Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031-4007

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Homewood 1

  1. Powersource Martial Arts

    17851 Bretz Dr, Homewood, IL 60430-1954

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Quincy 1

  1. Gracie Barra Quincy

    2501 Broadway St, Quincy, IL 62301-3634

    Mon 11am-8pm, Tue 11am-8pm, Wed 11am-8pm, Thu 11am-8pm, Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 9am-12pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

Rantoul 1

  1. Rantoul Jiu Jitsu

    200 W Flessner Ave, Rantoul, IL 61866-3645

    monday-friday 5:30 pm

    BJJ / grappling

Schaumburg 1

  1. LCCT Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

    1154 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193-4072

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

Springfield 1

  1. Gracie Barra Springfield

    1665 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62704-5358

    Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:42:49 +0000

    Free trial classBJJ / grappling

St Charles 1

  1. Misfits Jiujitsu

    3820 Ohio Ave, St Charles, IL 60174-5460

    Sat, 25 Mar 2023 13:31:54 +0000

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

Taylorville 1

  1. Evolve Jiu Jitsu

    107 W Main Cross St, Taylorville, IL 62568-1787

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

Urbana 1

  1. Gracie Barra Champaign

    408 N Race St, Urbana, IL 61801-2655

    Free trial classBJJ / grappling
Gi Requirements: Most academies offer loaner gis for initial trial classes, but regular attendance requires purchasing an IBJJF-compliant 350-450 GSM gi costing $80 to $150.

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Good to know

How much do beginner Jiu-Jitsu classes cost in the US?

Monthly tuition for fundamental BJJ programs ranges from $120 to $220 per month for unlimited sessions. Most academies charge an initial registration fee of $30 to $50, which sometimes includes a basic white belt or starter rashguard.

What gear is required for a fundamental gi Jiu-Jitsu class?

Students need a BJJ-specific gi (kimono) made of single-weave or pearl-weave cotton, a white rank belt, and a mouthguard. Women often wear a fitted rashguard or athletic shirt underneath the gi jacket for additional comfort.

How long does a BJJ fundamentals program take to complete?

Standard introductory curricula last 8 to 16 weeks and cover 30 to 50 core techniques. Attending 2 to 3 classes per week allows students to build positional awareness before advancing to intermediate all-levels sparring.

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Illinois can browse 20 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Illinois should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 20 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.