Great staff. Highly knowledgeable. Fair prices. Will always recommend to anyone in need of a self…read moredefense class

Best gym in the Northern Illinois area hands down. Whether you're looking to increase strength,…read morecardio performance, or get away from the box-store corporate gyms; NICC has everything. The culture is very welcoming and friendly. Wish I would have walked in sooner...

The classes and instructors are good. I just had billing problems here. so if this something you…read morejust want to try I would really think about it before giving any payment information. My experience was that I tried it. I decided its just not for me so I asked to have it cancelled. One of the owners said that they would cancel my membership and would not be charged. Though, every month I am still being billed for the membership. I got a new debit card just so I would stop being charged. I did contact them every month regarding this issue. Every month I would still be billed. so just a word of caution for those who may not want to commit to this membership. It was harder than ending a gym membership to be honest.

I was in Rockford for business today. I live out if state and was looking for a place to train…read more Found Team Haanpaa and I'm really glad I did. Jason taught a fast paced, very technical no gi class that chained techniques together in a very usable, learnable way. If you are in this area, I highly recommend this academy. They have a wonderful curriculum that is self defense oriented.

David's an excellent instructor, reasonably priced, excellent to work with. Would highly recommendread more

Let me first state the reviews before mine are from a previous owner who apparently was quite…read moreunscrupulous. This is not the same group or the same management. I've talked extensively with the current owner David Walker as well as trained with him for the last few months. My children have also trained with him for the same amount of time. Two coworkers I've known for almost a decade have trained with David as well. His training is tier one as the classes are a good mix of intensity, technique as well as background information as to why you do what you do. I leave each class as if I have learned something new I can apply as well as improved my skills on previously learned material. So, the training is A plus and better than any other martial arts groups I have trained with in the past. David is excellent with my kids who look forward to class each week as well as excitedly show me what they have learned as well as beg me to show them what was done in my class. It is a great time for them to work on discipline, confidence and mindset as well as balance, flexibility and strength. This is the best extracurricular investment I've made for them. Lastly, I want to say David is a man of integrity and encouragement. He has kept his word and made sure I've maximized my learning opportunities. The folks in the class are terrific and some of the more experienced students have been extremely helpful in keeping an eye on me and correcting things when David is with another student. I wish I had found this group earlier and started sooner, but as David says "We're starting now." Join us.

A place where coaches and people alike work to build each other up and learn combat skills and each…read moreother's character.

I was passing through on my way home from vacation and called ahead to see if I could train at the…read moreacademy's Sunday open mat. Tommy Woodruff, the owner, was very hospitable and welcoming. Everyone I trained with that day at Core Combat Sports was respectful, welcoming and trained without egos. That was very much appreciated as a visitor. If you're looking for a great place to train in the Rockford/Loves Park, IL area: I highly recommended checking them out!

I consider Wrecking Ball MMA to be my second home. The coaches here are wonderful and know their…read morestuff whether you want to learn boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, or all three. I go in for a great workout looking to keep in shape and am among people who are there for various reasons, various ages, and various skill levels. Whether you're there to become a fighter, learn self-defense, or just get in shape the coaches make you feel welcome and help you get what you want out of the whole experience. It's a friendly environment where you feel like a team or family because everyone encourages each other to do their best and stay motivated. It's a great place to train.

From the owner: Our mission is to create a fun and safe environment for people to achieve their martial arts and…read morefitness goals. We believe that through strong teamwork, we can all improve our chances of reaching our individual goals in MMA, jiu-jitsu, muay thai, boxing, physical strength, and self-confidence.

This is easily the best Muay Thai gym in the Chicago land suburbs. I go here for both jits and…read morestriking. Coaches for both are excellent, training partners are great, and overall the culture here breeds great fighters.

coach sonny is the best and super welcoming and helpful. he really loves teaching and helps improve…read moremy skills in muay thai. I just love the big family community that the gym has

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.