Whenever I'm back in Pekin, I always make time to train at Katamada. Between the judo, Brazilian…read moreJiu-Jitsu, and catch wrestling, it's one of those places where you leave a better grappler... and a little less confident. The coaching is outstanding, the atmosphere is welcoming, and everyone there is incredibly skilled. Now, about catch wrestling... if BJJ is a chess match, catch wrestling is getting jumped in a dark alley by a mechanic who skipped anger management. It makes jiu-jitsu feel like a Tupperware party where everyone politely waits their turn. Catch wrestlers don't care about your guard, your feelings, or your YouTube instructionals--they're just looking for creative ways to make your joints file a formal complaint. I laughed my way through class... mostly because crying would've been embarrassing. If you want to get tougher, expose the holes in your game, and train with genuinely great people, Katamada is absolutely worth the visit. I'll be back every time I'm in town.

Great place! I took Muay Thai there years ago. Couple years afterwards I was going to start taking…read moreBJJ but unfortunately my schedule changed then job changed making it impossible to. One day I'll go back and take BJJ. Brad is a great owner and just a genuine good guy...someone who keeps his price low because he cares about the martial arts itself instead of just taking peoples money like most martial arts places do. Give PAC a try!

This place is top notch with REAL black belts. Don't be fooled by other local places claiming the…read moresame. You will EARN your ranks here by showing up and working hard! A+ all the way. The folks in the school are good people too. Give it a shot, what do you have to lose? And remember REAL black belts and world champions.

Pulled up as a visiting female grappler and felt comfortable immediately. Clean mats, kind +…read morerespectful humans, solid rolls. Coaches actually coach (Thanks Will! Thanks Brian!) -- no ego, no creep vibes. I came for one drop-in and will end up finishing my 2 weeks in Peoria training here. If you're a woman traveler wondering if it's safe or worth it -- it is. Go get your rounds in and have fun learning something new.

Love the atmosphere! Excellent Jiu Jitsu instruction for all levels! Whether you are a beginner…read moreor an upper belt, you will enjoy your time on the mats.

Gracie Barra Bloomington is an amazing school that providing a welcoming, family-like environment…read moreto train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I have trained with Professor Don Fox for nearly three years. He is an excellent instructor and I am grateful for his teaching and encouragement both on and off of the mat. I am happy to call the school's coaches and students my friends. The school is made up of a diverse group of individuals and is very inclusive. Everyone has a common goal: to continually grow through jiu-jitsu, both as martial artists and as individuals. The Gracie Barra family is friendly, helpful, and very encouraging. Anyone interested in jiu-jitsu, fitness, or simply getting to know a wonderful group of people should stop in and see what the school is all about.

" Excellent academy, clean, friendly and organized prof Don Fox and his team will teach you real…read moreBrazilian Jiu Jitsu, self defense and empowerment. Gracie Barra Bloomington is the best academy of Bloomington/ Downs IL area. Sign up for a free lesson. It will be one of the best decisions of your life ! "

Hands down the best martial arts school in town! Greg is very professional and fun, and the…read moreatmosphere in the gym is light and friendly! I've been doing Muay Thai Kickboxing for 7,5 months now, and I learned so much from this class. Recently I added Ju Jitsu with this school, and it is amazing experience. I feel fitter, healthier, and more confident! I am thoroughly enjoying the classes and will continue practicing these arts with this school! I highly recommend it to anyone!

We were looking for a karate/martial arts place to help our 6 year old who was having some…read morestruggles specifically in school with attention, discipline, and patience. We reached out to multiple places in town and they were the ones that provided a more comprehensive overview. We have been going to Fusion for a few months now and could not be more impressed with the facility, all they offer, and Megan's teaching. We have seen a huge improvement in our son's attitude and behavior. Megan shows she cares, but also demands (and deserves) respect from the kids. We are so happy that we joined Fusion and plan to stay for a long time! Thank you!!

I have been a member of this gym for over a year. Great people, awesome environment. If you want…read moreto step your workouts up a level.... Find time to stop in and check it out.

From the owner: We are a community first and gym second. The brick and mortar training facility provides an…read moreenvironment that fosters the characteristics of hard work, dedication, integrity, and grit through the implementation, and application, of physical fitness and Jiu-Jitsu

I dropped into the new Bettendorf location from out of town. The place was very nice and the staff…read moreand processor Vic & Nate were extremely friendly and welcoming.

Very professional family oriented jitsu martial arts mix training I sit in for a three hour class…read moreyesterday and I seen the trainers some marines women and men training slow motion to enacting the martial arts with caution and care I would recommend anyone to join their training very clean environment and disciplined lively training services with motivating music

Amazing kids and adult classes, my daughter has gained so much confidence during her years here!…read moreThe coaches are super knowledgeable and good with kids and adults alike. This gym is like a second family

I have had the priveledge of training with Kuma for several years. He is an excellent instructor…read morewho goes out of his way to insure that his students can train. I have a form of Muscular Dystrophy called Charcot Marie Toothe disease that affecfts my hands and feet. He adapts his art to fit my limitations so that I am able to learn and progress. I have lots of confidence in my ability to defend myself due to his training. I recommend training with the bear.

From the owner: Educating others in becoming their own first responder. Bringing to light the critically common and…read moresensible total warrior concepts that keep the best prepared alive and teach others to meet and match the emergencies of life.