Gracie Barra Downers Grove

"I would like to l share my impressions of the beautiful academy in Downers Grove, where I was very well received in a welcoming environment conducive to the practice of Jiu Jitsu - clean, organized and disciplined. The people are friendly and at the same time show an unparalleled disposition when training. I've come from far away and I feel at home at Gracie Barra Downers Grove."

"Great energy, perfect atmosphere and pace for beginners looking to start BJJ with no prior experience. The trainers here are very friendly and uplifting. 100% would recommend these classes to anyone!"

"I switched from the WL location to DG because of work. Since day 1 I have felt so welcomed at DG. The professors and coaches here are amazing and really helpful, especially Coach Vince he is the best. Everyone I train with are super friendly and wants you to succeed and that combination is hard to find. If you’re thinking about doing Jiu Jitsu I would highly recommend coming to DG or any Gracie Barra location, you won’t regret it"

"My 14 year old son was interested in jiu jitsu and asked me if he could join. Not knowing anything about the sport, I decided we should both go and observe a class. Upon walking in, we were greeted by Coach Vince with a smile and a handshake that put to rest any anxiety my son may have had. He talked with us for a bit before he welcomed us onto the mat for the training session. After watching the training session, my son wanted to start immediately. We talked with Coach Vince some more and decided to join. We were told that, as a 14 year old, he would be enrolled in the adult class. Well, guess who else enrolled in the adult class? It has been about 2 months and we are both hooked. What started out as a little scary and out of our comfort zone has become something we both look forward to every week. Professor Carlos is a passionate instructor who treats everyone with respect and kindness. He’s always quick with a wink or a thumbs up for encouragement. Everyone, from instructors to fellow students, are supportive, friendly and helpful. There are many classes available each week which helps us attend 2-3 times per week. The studio is very well maintained and the mats are cleaned and disinfected before and after each class. I highly recommend Gracie Barra and hope my son and I can continue our journey there together for years to come."

"Started training at Gracie Barra Downers Grove three months ago and have absolutely loved it. All the coaches/professors have made the experience memorable and productive. I feel like I've learned so much in the past three months and I'm excited to begin competing a couple months from now. Professor Carlos is a great teacher with a great lineage and I'm looking forward to continue learning from him."