Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago

9.2
226 S Wabash Ave 3rd floor, Chicago, IL 60604
Perfect for:
Serious BJJ PractitionersBusiness Professionals
Opens tomorrow at 12AM
Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club Chicago interior

About

Downtown Jiu Jitsu Club in Chicago, Illinois, is a premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy led by Professor Adem Redzovic, a third-degree Black Belt under Carley Gracie. The facility features spacious mat spaces, modern weight training equipment, and luxury amenities including showers and towel service. The academy has cultivated a welcoming, ego-free environment that caters to both beginners and advanced practitioners while maintaining high technical standards and a strong sense of community.

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9.19/10

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9.4390 reviews
Instructor imageInstructors Quality
9.7688 reviews
Class Structure imageClasses
9.2335 reviews
Facility Quality imageFacility Quality
8.8970 reviews
Value for Money imagePricing
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9.2223 reviews

Public Review Sentiment

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Based on 181 Google Reviews
The gym maintains an overwhelmingly positive reputation with consistent praise for its cleanliness, instruction quality, and welcoming atmosphere, though there are occasional concerns about membership policies.
Last Updated 16 Apr 2025

Instructors

The instruction team is led by Professor Adem Redzovic, known for his technical expertise and teaching ability. The coaching staff consistently receives praise for their attention to detail, patience with beginners, and ability to work with students of all levels.

Facility

The facility features modern amenities including spacious mat areas, weight training equipment, and luxury-style changing rooms. The gym maintains exceptional cleanliness standards with regular mat cleaning and professional maintenance.

Pricing

The gym offers various membership options with potential discounts for longer commitments. While some members note the pricing is on the higher end, many feel the quality of instruction and facilities justifies the cost.

Facility

Spotless and PristineSpaciousShowersTowel ServiceLocker RoomsWeight Training AreaMultiple Mat SpacesAir Purifiers

Gym

Mixed AtmosphereWelcoming VibeExcellent Safety

Instructors

TechnicalPatientExperiencedSupportiveProfessional

Classes

GiNo-GiCompetitionAdvancedOpen matKids ClassesAdult friendlyWomen only

Pricing

Good ValueFree trialTransparent Pricing

The gym offers a free introductory class with a welcoming orientation to the facility and program.

Location

Paid ParkingExcellent Accessibility

Opening Hours

Opens tomorrow at 12AM
Monday 12AM - 12AM
Tuesday 12AM - 12AM
Wednesday 12AM - 12AM
Thursday 12AM - 12AM
Friday 12AM - 12AM
Saturday 12AM - 12AM
Sunday (Today)12AM - 12AM

Location

Centrally located in downtown Chicago with good accessibility for professionals working in the area.

Address

226 S Wabash Ave 3rd floor, Chicago, IL 60604

Website

https://downtownjiujitsuclub.com/

Phone

+1312-583-0244

Facebook

https://facebook.com/DowntownJiuJitsuClub

Instagram

https://instagram.com/downtownjiujitsuclubchicago

YouTube

https://youtube.com/channel/featured

TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect in my first class?

You'll receive a facility tour, meet with an instructor, and participate in a structured class suitable for beginners with patient instruction and partner work.

Is previous martial arts experience required?

No, the gym welcomes complete beginners and has dedicated fundamental classes to help new students learn the basics.

What is the gym's training atmosphere like?

The gym maintains a professional, welcoming environment with a mix of casual and competitive training options, suitable for various goals and experience levels.

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