Great Jiu Jitsu spot. Excellent coaching, by Dan Hart, a…read moreHenry Akins lineage. Friendly students (until they try to strangle you) but that's what we're there to do. Very clean, private space. Take the ride out, it's well worth it.

I signed my son up for the second iteration of the kids camp taught by Mark. During one of the…read morefirst breaks my son said "I want to come here too". We can't come everyday however the benefit to my sons training and the amount of fun he has makes the days we can attend worth it. Mark incorporates games that are not only fun but teach and sustain the fundamentals. There's not a kid at the class who isn't laughing, smiling and having a good time. Attendance at the kids camp has supercharged my sons ju jitsu training and I can already see improvement in the techniques Mark has taught. If your children are interested in ju jitsu I would highly recommend attendance at Alpha. Mark is patient but firm and provides phenomenal instruction while keeping the kids on task.

I've been at Curran for more than two years and can't speak highly enough of my experience. The…read moreenvironment is so supportive, no matter your goals. Everyone always goes out of their way to talk with new members and make them feel welcome, and over time I've developed several great friendships. Jeff, Chuck, and Justin go out of their way to make Muay Thai and BJJ as accessible as possible. It's a community-oriented, family-friendly environment. I see lots of parents come for kids' classes, then stick around to train themselves. As a woman and a beginner, I usually prefer training with other women, and no one has ever pressured me to work with someone I'm not comfortable with. There are almost always great women to train with, and as I've gotten more comfortable training with men, I've had great experiences with them, too. I live pretty far away, and the coaches are also very understanding that I can only come once or twice a week. Since some members are there almost every day to prep for competitions, even people who are more self-defense oriented (like me) have the opportunity to experience more intense sparring if they want it. If you've ever considered learning Muay Thai or BJJ, or just want to learn to defend yourself, Curran is a great place to do it, regardless of age. You can take it at your own pace and will feel encouraged, not pressured, to aim higher. The coaches care about ensuring you can protect yourself, so if you stick with the program, you'll know you're being prepared with solid techniques. If I ever leave the area, it'll be one of the places I miss most!

I started training here in the spring. Most of the gym was welcoming, and I genuinely enjoyed…read moretraining, rolling with members and attending almost every class. The first issue arose when a longtime teammate came to me visibly upset and said she and another student were kicked off the mat by blue belt Alexa, who she said lacked authority to do so. Staff initially seemed understanding, but when they later asked her, she retracted what she'd told me. She had personally told me she cared about her reputation at the gym and didn't want to seem like a complainer. I was questioned about why I stood up for her when it "had nothing to do with me." Chuck labeled me a problem and said I was stirring up drama. I also raised concerns about another woman's passive-aggressive jokes. Chuck dismissed it because she jokes with him, but what he considers a joke isn't necessarily what I do. There was also an incident I never reported because I feared being labeled a complainer. I've never had an issue rolling with men there; this was one specific interaction. After rolling with an older man, the clock stopped and we sat while I listened to his advice. He rested his hand on my upper thigh. I stayed quiet because of how my previous concerns were handled. I discussed concerns with morning instructor AJ and coach Justin. Owner Jeff Curran later called this "cornering" instructors and spreading gossip. I was trying to communicate how disrespected I felt by Chuck labeling me the problem. Chuck talked down to me, cut me off and became upset when I asked questions, so I left. During the next eight days, my membership was apparently canceled without informing me, even though I kept attending morning classes with AJ. I avoided evenings because of Chuck. When I saw him again, there was no apology; I was told he "deals with things a certain way." I still listened to Chuck and the other coaches. When Chuck later tried having a joking/personal relationship with me again, I didn't want that. I wanted to train, take instruction and leave, but apparently that was interpreted as disrespect. After I borrowed a gi, Chuck told me to put it in the bin and he'd wash it. I heard him, we made eye contact and I understood. I guess because I didn't respond how he wanted, he immediately followed me. When I looked back, he kept pace and maintained eye contact. He followed me to the rack, watched me put the gi away, then watched me leave. Later they said there was only one exit, but he followed me to the rack first, not simply toward the exit. The situation reached its climax when Jeff confronted me after morning class while I was talking with AJ. He said, "Let's talk about it." As AJ was leaving, Jeff said he didn't want to talk to me alone because I "put words in [his] mouth." He motioned for me to get out, then told AJ not to talk to me. Jeff yelled at me and accused me of calling Chuck "a bigot." I immediately made clear I DID NOT call Chuck a bigot. Jeff said he'd known Chuck for 39 years while judging me despite barely knowing me. He called me a "liability" and defended Chuck by saying he'd simply had a bad day. When I responded, "I can't have bad days too?" Jeff said I had a "victim mentality" and continued calling me a liability. He also said something like, "This is a combat sport. What are you going to do, cry if you jam your finger?" My concerns were NEVER about handling BJJ physically. I've trained through injuries. They were about how I was treated and spoken to. Jeff scheduled a meeting for the next day at 1:00. I agreed, but going in I already had a feeling how it would go, so I said I was going to stop training there. They recorded the meeting, so assuming it remains complete and unedited, there's a record of what happened. Chuck constantly interrupted me, and whenever I addressed one person, someone else jumped in. It felt like everyone was tagging each other in. I tried to understand their perspectives, but when I explained mine, it felt like, "Here's why you're wrong." I felt dismissed and gaslighted. Jeff eventually told me to get out and commented on my future personal relationships despite barely knowing me. When I mentioned mixed reviews about him, he felt insulted after making personal comments about me. I trained hard and cared about the gym. I believe this could've gone differently if they'd been willing to listen instead of becoming defensive. Others may genuinely have five-star experiences, but that doesn't negate mine. More five-star reviews don't erase what happened to me. As a woman there alone, I question whether I would've been treated the same way if I'd had someone supporting me, such as a partner or man present. I have no reason to lie. This reflects my experience and what happened when I raised concerns.

This is my first experience with a Jujitsu class and I am just shy of 50 years old…read more Everyone has been very helpful, supportive and welcoming. All skill levels work together to improve everyone's knowledge and skill. Highly recommend

Love the family atmosphere. The jiu jitsu instructors treat you like family and not just a…read morestranger. The karate classes are fun and get the kids excited to learn more. Excellent academy to learn and grow your skills. Highly recommend

My son Chris practices BJJ here. I cannot recommend this place enough. The teaching is excellent…read morecovering details and nuances in such a way that small children are engaged and get the movements. Outstanding. If I could give more stars here, I would!

From the owner: Constrictor MMA is a martial arts studio that primarily focuses on Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai. We…read moreprovide a fun, competitive, and safe learning environment for everyone.

Thanks again Darby for the training sessions, we will unfortunately not be able to be in Wisconsin…read morethis weekend we are going to wait until the weather gets nicer, be sure to let us know when your back in Chicago this way we can coordinate you coming to our house to train the family - thanks again -

From the owner: Choke Fitness & "Dangerous Dan Darby" provide a lot of great classes as listed below…read more * Personal Training * Boot-camps * Group Fitness classes * Cross-Fit Training * Martial Arts Training * Self-Defense course from kids to adults * Nutritional counseling (diet plans to complement each person's specific body type) *Specialize in Sport Specific workouts; to help give your kids the extra boost or edge in what ever sport they play *Jiu Jitsu Classes * Muay Thai Classes * Boxing Classes * Wrestling Classes * Myofascial trigger point counseling Choke is not only a movement,; it's a lifestyle

My brothers go here they say it's a lot fun I would recommend this place for gym and jujitsu!read more

Amazing place to train huge mat space, weight lifting and a big bathrooms with showers, the…read moreinstructors are amazing and some of the best in Chicagoland. If you want to learn BJJ this is the place to go

No Joke is the best place for MMA/BJJ/boxing!! Phenomenal with kids and great gym for adults. Vinny…read moreis the perfect mix of chill and having expectations. I love the diversity of all the people that go there too. Professional, welcoming and fun!

I've been going here for years and never had a bad experience. There's a variety of classes to fit…read moreinexperienced and experienced fighters, and you can learn/practice valuable skills while getting a great work-out. The staff are very friendly and give great suggestions. I would highly recommend No Joke!

Coach Edward is an excellent instructor and a talented practitioner. His children's program is…read moreexcellent as well!

I can't say enough great things about coach Edward. I've been training for around 15 years and…read morevisited gyms from coast to coast. Ed is the real deal and I always feel heard, respected, and at home when I'm at 333. I'm very happy to call this gym my new home!

If you are looking for a legit BJJ gym with top notch instruction, facilities, and value, then look…read moreno further. Coach Carlos and Patty have a great culture of respect, honor, team, family, and friends. LCBJJ is an affiliate of Professor Leo Viera's Checkmat Team. I've been around BJJ since 1998 and started martial arts in 1990, and LCBJJ really is a quality location I am proud to be a member of their school. Brand new location with a large new mat and training area, beautiful!! Beginners 101's 6 week program is excellent and a great, easy paced, we'll instructed, and cost effective way to see if you enjoy the art. A high quality Gi is included with an entry level white belt. Evening, Noon, and Saturday classes for us with the busy or flexible schedules. Check your ego at the door and come learn the best martial art, get a great workout, have fun, and meet great people at LCBJJ!!

I'm just going to put it simply, this place changed my life. I decided to try something new, way…read moreout of my comfort zone. Little by little I grew stronger, more confident and I learned the techniques. The people here believe in me, coach me and encourage me to push further, be braver. They are talented, kind and strong. At the age of 43 I just registered for my first tournament and it feels amazing. Just try it, you never know what will come out of it.

This is a top notch academy! Master John and instructor Anabel do an incredible job working with…read morethe kids.

From the owner: Give the gift of better fitness this year! Voted Best of the Fox 2018. Award winning taekwondo…read moreclasses for ages 5 and up. Families welcome! Gift certificates available - affordable 3,6, or 12 month plans. Register for a free trial!