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My four-year-old son is having a wonderful experience here. The instructor is really great with all…read moreages of kids. I am really happy that we found this school. Highly recommend.

Very welcoming atmosphere -- clean and professional. Professor Marcelo and his team run a top notch…read moreoperation, and you won't find a better place around to learn BJJ, for either an adult or a child! My only regret is that I sat on the sidelines, waiting for so long, before giving it a try. "The best time to start training BJJ is 10 years ago. The second best time is now!"

I travel a lot and have had the opportunity to train in a lot of gyms. This is by far one of the…read morebest I've ever been to in the US. Everyone in the academy is all smiles all the time and it feels like a big family. It's one of the most rookie-friendly places I've been and also has an incredible talent pool in the students and coaches. Lots of freedom and encouragement to ask any question you want and it's easy to find a partner that either wants to go easy or is willing to ramp up the pace. Prof Marcello is a world class professor and kind of a legend. He was a multiple time Brazilian National Champion before moving to the states, and of all places, ended up teaching in Deerfield, IL. The depth of knowledge he has when asking about details of positions is insane and is a gentle reminder of how little I actually know. So cool to have been able to spend time in this academy.

It's a fighting gym first and foremost but also a great workout. Highly recommended.read more

Top notch training place for kids and adults. Master George and Instructor Diana are no frills,…read morethoughtful, dedicated, kind, knowledgeable and more. My kiddo has made a ton of process both on and off the mat thanks to them. They teach so many life lessons beyond grappling and striking. Absolutely amazing.

My son has been going to this MMA gym for kickboxing and jiu-jitsu, and we've had such a great…read moreexperience. The coaches create an environment that's both fun and disciplined, and it's been amazing to watch his confidence and skills grow. Rana is absolutely incredible with the kids--patient, encouraging, and able to connect with them in a way that keeps them motivated and excited to learn. Mario and Justin have also been fantastic. They bring so much knowledge and positive energy to every class, and my son looks up to all of them. He genuinely loves coming here, and we couldn't be happier with the progress he's made. If you're looking for a place where your child can learn real martial arts while being supported by truly dedicated instructors, this gym is an excellent choice.

Instructors are friendly and knowledgeable and the people are welcoming too. Kickboxing classes are…read morealways fun and an awesome work out! Great for fitness and to improve skills and technique as well. Highly recommend!

Intense. Not for the faint hearted. The real deal. Excellent…read moreif you're looking for the above. All ages!

Amazing place and great people! I've been training at Kogan…read moreSelf-Defense & Martial Arts and can honestly say it's one of the best experiences I've had. The atmosphere is welcoming, disciplined, and full of real energy -- no ego, just pure focus and respect. The instructors are incredibly skilled and pay attention to every student, pushing you to grow while keeping training safe and motivating. Every session leaves me stronger, sharper, and more confident -- both physically and mentally. Highly recommend this school to anyone who wants real martial arts, not just fitness classes. ! Kogan Self-Defense & Martial Arts . , - , . , . , - . , .

These are world renown judo players for 3 decades. To train in their dojo is a real blessing and…read morean honor!

I am so impressed with this establishment! My son started judo in October or 2019 and right away he…read morewas treated like family. Aaron and RJ do a wonderful job engaging the kids with various drills and activities. Each class starts with various obstacle courses and army drills. Then they move on to individual exercises such as pull ups, punching bag, and tug of war. At the end of every class they throw the coach. It's amazing to see how they pick up so quickly on that skill set. My little guy loves being part of the Judo Family!!

His style of teaching is very traditional, which makes him better than most almost everyone and…read morethat's why his students do so well he's also moving to Glendale Heights

From the owner: We specialize in competition level training and self-defense for both adults and children…read more Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ is a grappling martial art similar to wrestling that allows a smaller weaker person to defend themselves against a larger and stronger attacker. The practice of BJJ has a variety of benefits including practical self defense and being a great tool for general fitness and well-being. All classes are either taught or supervised by the owner and head instructor Rodrigo "Comprido" Medeiros who is a 7 time World Champion in competitive BJJ and has coached UFC stars such as Brock Lesnar, Demian Maia, and Tony Ferguson to name a few. The quality of our academy is such that you will have all the tools at your disposal for whatever your goals may be, ranging from getting in better shape and learning to defend yourself effectively all the way to pursuing a career in professional fighting.