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
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Chicago
5711 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646-6215
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GB Chicago West Loop
Chicago, IL
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Hybrid Martial Arts & Fitness
3933 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-4227
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Battlehorse Martial Arts
406 Ginger Bend Dr, Champaign, IL 61822-3500
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McVicker Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
1808 Round Barn Rd, Champaign, IL 61821-6816
Aurora 1
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Levels Jiu Jitsu
800 S Frontenac St, Aurora, IL 60504-3121
Batavia 1
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Olympus Grappling Arts
2301 Main St, Batavia, IL 60510-7700
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Gracie Barra Collinsville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense
2539 Vandalia St, Collinsville, IL 62234-5034
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Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense
55 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015-4901
East Dundee 1
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Five Points Jiu Jitsu
104 N River St, East Dundee, IL 60118-1331
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Gracie Humaita
503 E Vandalia St, Edwardsville, IL 62025-1893
Gurnee 1
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Wrecking Ball MMA
905 Lakeside Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031-4007
Homewood 1
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Powersource Martial Arts
17851 Bretz Dr, Homewood, IL 60430-1954
Quincy 1
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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
Rantoul 1
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Rantoul Jiu Jitsu
200 W Flessner Ave, Rantoul, IL 61866-3645
monday-friday 5:30 pm
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LCCT Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
1154 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193-4072
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Gracie Barra Springfield
1665 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62704-5358
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:42:49 +0000
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Misfits Jiujitsu
3820 Ohio Ave, St Charles, IL 60174-5460
Sat, 25 Mar 2023 13:31:54 +0000
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Evolve Jiu Jitsu
107 W Main Cross St, Taylorville, IL 62568-1787
Urbana 1
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Gracie Barra Champaign
408 N Race St, Urbana, IL 61801-2655
Also in Illinois
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools547
- Kids Martial Arts Classes381
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools268
- MMA Gyms161
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs141
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes128
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools126
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies126
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes124
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies86
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops71
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training51
- Karate Classes for Children and Adults50
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults45
- Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Seniors and Adults39
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies30
- Filipino & Historical European Martial Arts Schools21
- Martial Arts Schools with Fat Loss Programs16
- Historical European & Filipino Martial Arts Classes13
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies and Programs11
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.