Katamedo Jujitsu

0.5 mi

Awesome gym with a great atmosphere! Been going there close to two years and it's clean and well…read moremaintained. Knowledgeable coaches and a great group of people to roll with. Highly recommended for kids and adult classes.

From the owner: We provide top level Brazillian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and wrestling instruction. We have programs for…read morekids 5+ and adults. Come see us on the mats!

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Peoria Athletic Club

(4 reviews)

12.1 mi

Great place! I took Muay Thai there years ago. Couple years afterwards I was going to start taking…read moreBJJ but unfortunately my schedule changed then job changed making it impossible to. One day I'll go back and take BJJ. Brad is a great owner and just a genuine good guy...someone who keeps his price low because he cares about the martial arts itself instead of just taking peoples money like most martial arts places do. Give PAC a try!

This place is top notch with REAL black belts. Don't be fooled by other local places claiming the…read moresame. You will EARN your ranks here by showing up and working hard! A+ all the way. The folks in the school are good people too. Give it a shot, what do you have to lose? And remember REAL black belts and world champions.

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Central Illinois Jiu Jitsu

(2 reviews)

13.9 mi

Pulled up as a visiting female grappler and felt comfortable immediately. Clean mats, kind +…read morerespectful humans, solid rolls. Coaches actually coach (Thanks Will! Thanks Brian!) -- no ego, no creep vibes. I came for one drop-in and will end up finishing my 2 weeks in Peoria training here. If you're a woman traveler wondering if it's safe or worth it -- it is. Go get your rounds in and have fun learning something new.

Love the atmosphere! Excellent Jiu Jitsu instruction for all levels! Whether you are a beginner…read moreor an upper belt, you will enjoy your time on the mats.

Our members and instructors have trained and competed all over the country.

Come join us!

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We have a great space located at 309 Fitness.

Fusion Martial Arts

(3 reviews)

36.9 mi

Hands down the best martial arts school in town! Greg is very professional and fun, and the…read moreatmosphere in the gym is light and friendly! I've been doing Muay Thai Kickboxing for 7,5 months now, and I learned so much from this class. Recently I added Ju Jitsu with this school, and it is amazing experience. I feel fitter, healthier, and more confident! I am thoroughly enjoying the classes and will continue practicing these arts with this school! I highly recommend it to anyone!

We were looking for a karate/martial arts place to help our 6 year old who was having some…read morestruggles specifically in school with attention, discipline, and patience. We reached out to multiple places in town and they were the ones that provided a more comprehensive overview. We have been going to Fusion for a few months now and could not be more impressed with the facility, all they offer, and Megan's teaching. We have seen a huge improvement in our son's attitude and behavior. Megan shows she cares, but also demands (and deserves) respect from the kids. We are so happy that we joined Fusion and plan to stay for a long time! Thank you!!

Fusion Martial Arts Bloomington, IL

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Leaders giving pep talk before an important testing day!

The Shed Jiu Jitsu Academy

55.7 mi

Amazing kids and adult classes, my daughter has gained so much confidence during her years here!…read moreThe coaches are super knowledgeable and good with kids and adults alike. This gym is like a second family

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Gracie Barra Bloomington

(5 reviews)

38.9 mi

" Excellent academy, clean, friendly and organized prof Don Fox and his team will teach you real…read moreBrazilian Jiu Jitsu, self defense and empowerment. Gracie Barra Bloomington is the best academy of Bloomington/ Downs IL area. Sign up for a free lesson. It will be one of the best decisions of your life ! "

Gracie Barra Bloomington is an amazing school that providing a welcoming, family-like environment…read moreto train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I have trained with Professor Don Fox for nearly three years. He is an excellent instructor and I am grateful for his teaching and encouragement both on and off of the mat. I am happy to call the school's coaches and students my friends. The school is made up of a diverse group of individuals and is very inclusive. Everyone has a common goal: to continually grow through jiu-jitsu, both as martial artists and as individuals. The Gracie Barra family is friendly, helpful, and very encouraging. Anyone interested in jiu-jitsu, fitness, or simply getting to know a wonderful group of people should stop in and see what the school is all about.

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Carlson Gracie MMA - Channahon

4.3

(6 reviews)

85.0 mi

I asked Brian about their cleaning procedures after two of my sons got impentigo several months…read moreapart. Brian claimed that one of my sons got it from a tournament over 20 days prior to my son showing any signs of impentigo... impentigo takes 4-10 days to manifest after exposure... my other son has never competed in a tournament. This gym is the only place they both could have gotten it. I asked again about their cleaning procedures and he still will not answer. The place is visably dirty with caked on dust where the display apparel. It looks like they are using packing tape instead of mat tape and that tape is filthy. All red flags. Oh! They also have a ridiculous superstition about not washing belts... no wonder skin infections thrive in this biohazard. Please do not support a business that doesn't take simple standard cleaning steps to protect you and will not duscl9se those steps to patrons. They are now being investigated by the health department. Aside from that, I seriously question the value of their instruction. I have seen 5 year old soccer practices run by volunteer parent coaches that appeard to be more organized than their belting ceremony...a ceeremony that should be routine... the staff did not seem to know what they were doing and the students seem to be out of control.

Great place to train Brazilian jujitsu (bjj), boxing, Muay Thai and more in Channahon Morris arearead more

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Element26

35.3 mi

I have been a member of this gym for over a year. Great people, awesome environment. If you want…read moreto step your workouts up a level.... Find time to stop in and check it out.

From the owner: We are a community first and gym second. The brick and mortar training facility provides an…read moreenvironment that fosters the characteristics of hard work, dedication, integrity, and grit through the implementation, and application, of physical fitness and Jiu-Jitsu

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Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu

55.2 mi

Amazing team with great leaders. If you want to learn jiu jitsu, get in shape, or push your current…read moregame to the next level, this is the place to be!

02/23/2026 Promotion Night

Jiu-jitsu competition. Congratulations!

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Matthiessen State Park

4.4

(108 reviews)

60.1 mi

Matthiessen State Park is such a gem. The trails take you through gorgeous canyons, lush greenery,…read moreand peaceful streams that make you forget how close you are to the city. The waterfall views are the highlight and absolutely worth the hike in, especially when the sun hits the rocks and everything feels like a hidden escape. The trails are well marked and offer a good mix of easy walks and more adventurous climbs, so there is something for everyone. Even on a busier day you can still find quiet corners to enjoy the sound of the water and the view of the sandstone cliffs. If you enjoy hiking, photography, or just want a beautiful spot to reset in nature, this park is a must visit. Bring good shoes, some water, and be ready to take a ton of photos.

Beautiful park and very similar to Starved Rock as they are just down the road from each other. We…read moreliked our time here and our son did have fun on the little playground, but it was unfortunately looking very neglected.

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Miller Park

4.5

(13 reviews)

34.2 mi

Good park that's one of the best things about Bloomington. It of course has a zoo, the most notable…read morething about it. Miller Park is also a place for other recreational activities such as shooting hoops and walking. Has a playground to entertain young children. There's also a lake that has a cool bridge that makes for classic scenery. An interesting history about it. It's the largest park in the city to be sure. The park is best known for the zoo. Actually it has an interesting history itself. The zoo has its own business page on Yelp. As for the rest of the park, there's other stuff worth exploring. There's a pretty big lake. Go take a walk across the stone bridge. The park also has a mini golf course and softball fields among other things. Also check out a preserved steam locomotive. There's also a pavilion for those wanting to have a picnic. Has lots of activities throughout the year including festivals and fireworks. It's located east of Morris Avenue and south of Wood Street. They also have entertainment such as outdoor theater.

Great place to walk or relax. Has a splash pool for kids, a pavilion for events, paddle boating on…read morea lake, a stocked lake for fishing, trails to walk around, picnic areas, a gazebo, a baseball field, a monument to war veterans, a monument to firefighters, lots of open fields both in the sun, and shade, and easy access to downtown Bloomington. We went to the zoo, and then we spent two hours just exploring.

I love Miller Park is my favorite place

Pavilion

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View of Lake

Knight's Action Park

3.2

(46 reviews)

56.8 mi

We have annual passes and just renewed. And if you get an annual pass you can use this days…read moreadmission against the pass price and use both this year and next!! We buy as Christmas presents! Our seven year old grandson said "we need to make this a tradition!" And they let you bring in food as long as not in cooler. And food is reasonable and get coupons w annual pass too. And refills are $1 on drinks and you can bring back the cups all season! We love the lazy river, the wave pool , and the new splash fountain. And there is an adults only section too. Grandkids love royal flush and slides! We also use the miniature golf and driving range.

I banged my head a few times and some of the slides hurt your back but the ones that hurt are the…read morebest ones I saw a lot of band aides in the lazy river

Great place for group parties

Owner Doug Knight

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Go Carts

ROC Ice Cream and Mini Golf'

Environment: GREAT I will definitely come there again!…read moreThe environment is so nice. And the mini golf was so much fun in such a beautiful place!

Review Visit: June 13th, 2016…read more A perfect combination of fun and delicious. I have, admittedly, been here many times before June 13th. But that is neither here nor there. The only thing you need to know is that this place has cheap mini golf and some of the best ice cream around. The mini golf portion is about $5.50 a person, young ones being cheaper. The course is your typical 18 holes. But this course is quite challenging and I have only sunk a few Hole-in-Ones here. There is a sweet deep blue fountain/waterfall that runs through most of the park. My ball has gone in the water more times than I care to admit. The challenging but fun course aside, the real gem here is their ice cream. Imported all the way from Madison, Wisconsin, this is some of the best that I have. It easily is in my Top 3. My usual is a Caramel ChocoLatte. Sooooo good. The company they get it from is called Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream and I really want to visit Madison, Wisconsin one day to have ice cream directly from them. All in all, a great place to spend an afternoon putting balls and devouring ice cream. This is actually one of the few places on my blog that falls into two categories. Mini Golf and Ice Cream Shack, since you can pop in and enjoy ice cream without ever stepping on the green.

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Mini Golf Course

The Putt Club

2.8

(6 reviews)

9.0 mi

We saw this place while crossing the bridge headed to dinner in Peoria Heights. After dinner we…read moredecided to check it out. It is located right next to the Bass Pro Shop. The worker at the desk was very helpful. They have both Indoor and Outdoor courses. You play all you want for the day for one price. You can keep your ball as a souvenir or recycle it when you are done. They donate $0.25 to charity for each recycled ball. We didn't try the food this trip since we had just had dinner, but it smelled good. The greens are very fast and we found it challenging and fun!

Over-priced food of low quality. Low level of service. Extremely noisy. Ample and convenient…read moreparking. Did not bother to stay to golf. Will not be back.

Nachos

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Cocktail

Spring Lake Park

4.2

(6 reviews)

56.4 mi

Nice campground here, medium lake a great outdoors experience for walking, bringing pets, running…read moregetting that exercise in. I overall liked it.

Advertisement says 25 a night. We got charged 30 for broken rotted picnic tables, unkempt campsite…read morewith no pad, closed restrooms, open restrooms were filthy.

SPRING LAKE PARK GREAT OUTDOORS EXPERIENCE!

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