Fantastic instruction from Professor Mark Commean. Knowledge is passed down directly from Royler…read moreGracie. This is a self defense based school so don't expect to see any wild sport stuff. Training is done primarily in the gi though there are some no gi sparring sessions. Classes are fun and available for kids and adults.

Having been a student here for the last 3 years, I felt compelled to leave a Yelp review, this is…read morethe place to learn martial arts! Whether you are wanting to compete at top level, or, like me, wanting self defense and exercise, this is a top notch facility with very knowledgeable instructors who take time with each student. As martial arts instruction goes, this is the real deal! Make an appointment for a trial class, you won't be disappointed.

Would not recommend this establishment. The entire billing process & management of the program I…read moredid was terrible. The instructors were fantastic and very motivating.

One of the best schools to train grappling and Muay Thai, and the only school in town that offers…read moreonly no gi grappling. Stephen is a legend lock specialist, and a great instructor who regularly travels to learn from the best grapplers in the world in Austin, TX. Everyone that trains is very friendly, and the other coaches are very knowledgeable. Come train anytime for a free trial, or stop by Sunday nights at 5:00pm for some rolls at open mat (open to anyone; you just have to sign a waiver).

If you are in the Springfield, IL area and looking for a place to train Jiu-Jitsu, look no further…read morethan American Jujitsu. Highly recommend. The instructors are knowledgeable, articulate, friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The other students/training partners are too. Nice big mat space in a cool industrial, cross-fit gym. Great place to learn/practice Jiujitsu. I came to train while on a business trip from out of town. They treated me like family, and I learned new techniques. It was great. If I lived in the area I would 100% train here every week.

Great place for people of all ages to learn something new or get in shape. Several martial arts…read morestyles and even weapons classes are available.

My son only goes here once a week for some special training in sparring. I'm impressed by the…read moreinstructors and the facility. Even as a teenager, he is excited to go here.

This place is more than a gym. the coaches know their stuff. They push each athlete differently so…read moreeach athlete can achieve or exceed their own goals. They coach in class and beyond. The WODs are all well planned and challenge you every day. The members are very welcoming and supportive whether you're another member or a drop in. This gym has team building events outside the classes to build a better family. You can't go wrong with the XLT family!

Great box and nice to have an option in Chatham. Different people like different trainers; they are…read moreon point here for the most part. The team is young so at times the gym gets a little too casual, but that can be fun too. They have good class times and a few extra options that you can pay for like gymnastics and Olympic weight lifting. Members are super friendly, as are most people in Springfield and at boxes. Been doing crossfit for a year so still relatively new. My wife was just starting, doing the on ramp class. Bryan let me do it with her, which was cool and learned a few new things. Was struggling with my hand stand push-ups. Coach Jon helped me get them down.

Good side trip if you are exploring the area. Staff and volunteers are very knowledgeable. Nice…read moreplace for photos. I visited on a weekday afternoon and felt like I had the place to myself, which was a real bonus. There are a series of night events which I want able to attend. Will be back to check them out.

This recreation of the 1830s Village Lincoln lived in for 6 years is definitely worth a visit! it…read moreis here that Lincoln went from a self-described piece of driftwood to someone who had experience as a land surveyor, had been a captain in the army, and was starting to read law. The entry fee is donation based. For a family, the suggested donation is only $10, which is very reasonable. There is a café and small gift shop in a building separate from the visitor center, although you can bring your own food and drink and have a picnic on the covered tables outside the café. The Visitor's Center has some really interesting exhibits about the town and its short lifespan. While Lincoln was certainly the most famous inhabitant, the other people who lived in town are also of interest, as are the exhibits about daily life in 1830's frontier Illinois. The village was recreated in the 1930s based on interviews with people who grew up in new Salem or are descendants of people who live there, as well as visible foundations of the buildings. The weather was absolutely amazing when we went, but even on a hot day, New Salem would be nice to visit because there are lots of shade trees over the walking paths between the buildings. During our visit, six or seven Interpreters welcomed us into a selection of the shops and homes. These folks dress in historic costume and tell you about the house or shop they're in, as well as what they know about the village. The Interpreter at the Rutledge Tavern mentioned that she has read many accounts of folks who had been to new Salem, lived in new Salem, or were descendants of people who lived there. She also talked about her process of determine which accounts were the most accurate and therefore usable in day-to-day work as an Interpreter. The Interpreter in the doctor's house was fantastic and is a distant cousin of Abraham Lincoln, as well as a trained doctor who has a lot of information about 1830s medical practice. The interpreter at the blacksmiths shop was working on a pin for his wife's voluminous hair! We were at the site about four hours, although you could go through faster, depending on how many interpreters there are and whether you stop in the visitor center.

Great space and super clean! Jess was a great instructor. I will definitely come back next time I'm…read morein town.

Francy is a natural-born teacher and health facilitator. She's endlessly creative in her approach…read moreto helping her students get the maximum benefit from every session, often tailoring poses for individuals within groups! Her energy, enthusiasm, and ingenuity keep me coming back for more!

My wife and I visited MTM Arms on a Saturday morning. It was our first time at a range. The…read morebusiness was super clean and very professionally maintained. Mark greeted us as we entered and he was very friendly and told us information about the business. I told him that I was wanting to rent a shooting lane and my wife was going to observe only. He had us both fill out paperwork and explained the rules of the range. I inquired to Mark about scheduling a training class for my wife. About that time Debbie stepped in and started talking to my wife. My wife told her that she was just going to observe. Debbie offered to assist my wife if she wanted to shoot. My wife was reluctant at first but Debbie made her feel comfortable. Debbie showed my wife safety information, pistol handling, and shooting techniques. My wife emptied 4 or 5 magazines and was so excited. Mark and Debbie are awesome and we are so happy to have found MTM Arms. We highly recommend!

This is a great range, the owners are knowledgeable and the business is clean. We took our CC class…read morehere and it was first rate. I cannot recommend them enough.