Back again for the kid's jiu jitsu class on Friday nights. Quality instruction and my son learned…read morequickly the backpack move. Ross's gym was clean and instructors were good with the young ones

I've been going here for Muay Thai lessons for over 2 months now, and I love it! Rey and Sonny are…read moreexcellent teachers who deliver a strong emphasis on the basics and know how to slowly break-in the beginners. Their assistants Debbie and Nicholas are also great and will constantly push you and give sound advice. There is a friendly family atmosphere for the most part, but these guys know when to get serious, command respect from all students, and push the physical limits of the class. Like Kristen B. noted, the first class is free for any martial art you want to try out, and you can try them all. For newbies, there's a pretty mixed crowd in the beginner and intermediate Muay Thai classes. I'd say about 35-40% of the class is female, and the age spread is very wide from age 10 to people in their 40s. Many of the advanced and intermediate level students go to the beginner classes to brush up on their basics, and it gives the new students some experienced partners to help them progress. Most of all, EVERYONE is just really chill. If there's anything that might need improvement, the gym itself could use a water fountain and an interior refresh here and there. At least they sell cold beverages and bottled water for relatively cheap. Other than that, it's a pretty good size gym with a full-size ring, weight-training area, a big class mat area, and a heavybag area. You can also order your equipment through them. Test yourself and feed that inner beast. It's great fun and being with good people makes it even more worthwhile!

My friends and I signed for a beginners women's self defense class. It runs for 8 weeks on…read moreThursday's. They did move locations in January and some of the gps platforms have not updated their address yet. Make sure to grab their address from their welcome email. Two women teach the class and they are very informative. They also have multiple Bobs where you perform the moves on. The instructors help you walk through each movement. We learned a lot on Day 1 and I'm excited for what's to come.

The school is clean. The owner is fair. Prices are reasonable for similar schools in the area.read more

I've been training at Gracie Barra in Downers Grove for almost 2 years and I am addicted. I just…read morewish there was more time in my week to make class every day. I have trained in martial arts for over 10 years and there are many things that make this school stand out. First of all the level of technical instruction is very high - from jiu jitsu (fundamentals to advanced) to Thai boxing. The professional staff, professors, coaches and instructors connect on a personal level and care about the progression of the team. The atmosphere is light, friendly and supportive. Whether you are first starting in martial arts, want to learn some self defense skills, or want to train for competitions, everyone is welcome. It is truly "jiu jitsu for everyone". This is a clean, family-friendly and professional school. I would recommend you give it a try.

Great staff and teaching. They keep you involved and spend the time one on one to improve your…read moreskills

I have attended a few classes and have found them challenging and very useful. If you ever get in a…read moresituation where you must defend yourself: "Under pressure, you don't rise to the occasion, you sink to the level of your training" and since I'm a Spartan Alumni I feel comfortable with that. Have also taken classes offered by Spartan in marshal blade skills and first aid so they cover all the bases.

John and his instructors are the real deal. His colleagues including Al, Dawn, "Ski" and Craig…read moreenjoy what they do and it shows. It's a first class operation. They focus ion safety, training, skill acquisition and improvement. Exceeded my expectations. Facilities were great. Good people. Highly recommend. Will go back for more classes. If you're on the fence or have any interest do yourself a favor and check them out. You won't be dissappointed

Best self defense gym in the area! No contracts, it's month to month or pay as you go, very easy…read moreto try it out and very affordable. Practical skills with great instructors that use easy to follow techniques without over-complicating (they focus on one technique per class, with lots of drilling to build muscle memory) and a nice, fun, and welcoming group of people of all ages and backgrounds. ~50/50 mix of women and men which is great so you can partner up with whoever you want, and this might seem minor, but we keep our shoes on! If you've ever practiced martial arts you know how annoying it is to go barefoot... Relatable real-world scenarios and training, and a heck of a calorie burner to boot! Been coming here for 8+ years, just finally wrote a review... There's intro classes every Thursday at 7pm... it's on the website.

I have been training at DuPage Krav Maga fo quite some time, the instructors are top notch and have…read morea tremendous amount of experience not only in the techniques they teach but in the real world situations that they apply to. the instructors have military and law enforcement backgrounds that are extensive to say the least. the experience they blend in with the training is huge when it comes to self defense. with all the craziness that has been going on in the world I think Krav Maga is a great way to protect yourself and those you love from the bad people out there, and if you are looking to get in shape that's a win win because it will definitely do that for you as well. the people that attend the classes are all really down to earth and its a great environment, you are really training with good people who are there to do the same thing work out and learn Krav. I can't say enough good stuff about Dupage Krav Maga, come in and check it out, take the first class and you'll be hooked, I am.

Gym is pretty run down and limited in what it offers (a lot of heavy bags, some plyoboxes and one…read moresquat arch and "joe welder" bench. I dont know if they're even still doing classes, but it's nice to go in, put your headphones on and hit a heavy bag

Highly recommend!! Very supportive atmosphere and knowledgeable caring coaches! Serious trainings…read moreand people are committed to what they are doing

My daughter started at TBK last month and the entire experience has been top notch! The staff are…read morenot only well-versed in the skill sets but they also know how to capture and maintain the attention of the students.

We started our middle 4.5 yr old son in TBK during the summer to give him a new athletic experience…read moreand work on his self control at the same time. I've been very impressed with TBK's system and welcoming attitude to a new martial arts family. He started out very shy, needing me on the mat with him. He's now confident and vocal in class. I look forward to his continued progress and fun at TBK.

Amazing experience! The concealed carry class was both educational and fun. The instructors were…read morehilarious and did a great job of making everyone feel comfortable and confident. The class was highly educational and I walked away feeling like I truly learned so much. The instructors are fantastic at what they do! I'll definitely be returning for all of my future renewals and will be sending all of my family and friends here!

Flew all the way to Chicago to complete my non resident CCL for Illinois. After extensive research…read moreI decided IPST group. Gary, Deb, and the lead instructor Chris LaPash, were awesome. Gary and Deb insured that paperwork was streamlined and complete; range time was completed in expeditious fashion. Chris' class was extensive!! And I mean EXTENSIVE. He fills about 20+plus hours of information in the 16 hour required class timeframe. Complete with dry runs of the range, law and policy information, even finger trigger placement, position and posture, eye dominance. I've participated in half a dozen of CCL classes. This was the first to cover so much information and even incorporated defensive insurance!!! They also support local businesses as the range we went to was a small mom and pop indoor range. They even have their own mascot, Reacher .

We love bringing our child here. My child started coming here when he was 4-years old. We were…read moreworried that he might be too young but there are kids his age there too. Master Kim and Kang are really good with the children. The kids learn discipline and confidence. Would recommend!

Master Kim and Master Kang are amazing with my 4-year-old daughter! They are so patient and…read moreencouraging, and they teach much more than Taekwondo--respect, patience, sharing, and confidence. She was welcomed from day one and is thriving. You can tell the Masters love the children, they never forgot my daughters name once. The positive, family-friendly atmosphere makes all the difference. Highly recommend!

Masters Kim and John are truly excellent with kids. Fantastic place for kids to learn martial arts,…read morediscipline and develop self-confidence. They know each kid by name in group sessions and give personalized attention in small groups. I highly recommend BBE.

Master Kim rocks with kids! My son listens to every word, can't wait to go to class and is…read morebuilding his confidence and physical abilities. The kids have so much respect for him and he helps them with discipline and respect but he also makes them laugh ! It's a nice studio, easy to get to and the people who go are very nice. It's a bit expensive but I did not compare it to others. For us, it's worth the money. Only thing I would change is have the younger kids classes a bit later so that it was not always a mad rush to get there after work.