The highest-rated Self-Defense Training companies out of 180 vetted & reviewed in the Joliet area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Joliet
B1 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense Naperville
BJJ Lab Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense
Carlson Gracie MMA
Concealed Carry @ T.r.a. Defense Training & Consulting
Dominion MMA
Gracie Barra Downers Grove
Gracie Barra East Naperville
Gracie Barra New Lenox
JHO Boun Martial Arts
Leehan Martial Arts
Levels Jiu Jitsu
Method Jiu Jitsu
Miloshevski Martial Arts
Orland Park Health & Fitness Center
Pica Pau Jiu Jitsu and Grappling
Prevail Combat Sports
Progression Jiu Jitsu
River Valley Defensive Arts
Rondi’s S.e.l.f. Fitness & Polelevation Aerial Studio
RŌL Academy of Jiu Jitsu
TM Martial Arts
The Krav Gym
Warrior’s Edge Martial Arts
Yong-In Aurora Martial Arts
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TM Martial Arts Academy
(34)
“You will go beyond your potential here and learn a great self-defense system in addition to solid goal-setting, follow through, leadership and public speaking skills.”
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Progression Jiu Jitsu
(14)
Atmosphere
Technique
Belt
“Everyone is there to learn & support one another in doing so, whether it be to advance in their technique or to experience jiu jitsu for the very first time.”
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Rondi's S.e.l.f. Fitness & Polelevation Aerial Dance Studio
(46)
Zumba
Kickboxing
Energy
“Not only am I encouraged to stay motivated and keep going every minute I want to give up but the people who work there are so friendly and the other members are so nice!”
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Orland Park Health & Fitness Center
(45)
SPA, Group Exercise, Aquatic Programs
“All the coaches really care about your progress and encourage you to achieve your goals, without the pressure and competition you experience in other gyms.”
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Dominion MMA
(49)
Self Esteem
Mentorship
Behavior
“The virtual classes are simply amazing and the instructors do a tremendous job in keeping everyone going each week with motivational and instructional videos.”
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Concealed Carry @ T.r.a. Defense Training & Consulting
(49)
Organization
Confident
Company
“He answered every questioned asked and circled back when the question was more appropriate for a course subject that was going to be discussed in an upcoming topic.”
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Prevail Combat Sports:jiu-Jitsu
(35)
Atmosphere
Skills
Kickboxing
“Maher is a great trainer I bring my 6 year old in and Maher communicates very well with him if like a teacher not just a trainer Positive Communication, Quality, Professionalism, Value”
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The Krav Gym
(19)
Krav Maga
Learn
Self Defense
“The kids' classes are fantastic, and the instructor (Greg) is incredibly patient with the children, making it an enjoyable and learning-rich experience for them.”
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Carlson Gracie MMA
(28)
Fitness and Weight Loss, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“We had coaches who gave daily “participation” stripes, coaches who coached with fear and intimidation, coaches who had 6 year olds walking around wearing black belts, coaches with extremely big egos.”
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JHO Boun Martial Arts
(20)
Explanations
Classes
Adults
“Other establishments' instructors teach children the same way as adults, which could get boring for kids, this place has dedicated kids classes and teaches them as kids.”
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Gracie Barra New Lenox
(42)
“So me and my brother started a little under two years ago and the belt promotions are good they take care of the kids they are very respectful twords the parents and the kids very positive energy and a positive atmosphere”
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Method Jiu Jitsu
(16)
Confidence
Environment
Self Defense
“I have been training with Methods head professor for several years now, this is someone who dedicates their grind to their craft in every way possible.”
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Miloshevski Martial Arts
(7)
Fun
“He knows how to gain control and treats all the children with respect.”
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River Valley Defensive Arts
(1)
“Kids love it get them out of house movin around teaches them discipline.”
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Gracie Barra Downers Grove
(50)
Energy
Atmosphere
Sport
“And you get the needed camaraderie from the other students in the gym to learn not only Jiu Jitsu, but life lessons, business development, sales, woodworking, medical opinions, etc.”
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BJJ Lab Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense
(50)
Parents
Environment
Belt
“The gym is extremely clean, the staff is all well-trained, and the community of the gym is one of learning and training in a way that encourages you to keep going.”
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RŌL Academy of Jiu Jitsu
(42)
“Here at Rol Academy, the professors and coaches are top notch and provide a highly technical and interpersonal learning experiments and pass the philosophy of what jiu-jitsu can do in your life.”
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Pica Pau Jiu Jitsu and Grappling
(50)
Culture
Skill
Area
“Everyone qualified is always willing and able to assist when you're screwing up the simple instructional Aaron provided (welcome to bjj 😅) Positive Communication, Quality, Professionalism, Value”
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B1 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense Naperville
(50)
Confidence
Learn
Competition
“Bruce has a long track record of competition that informs his grappling world view, but he keeps it real in the event we have to take care of ourselves out there too.”
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Gracie Barra East Naperville
(50)
Safety
Classes
Taekwondo
“As a desk person, sometimes work can stop me to go to train during the week but they have also classes Saturdays and Sundays wich is perfect to catch up and don't stay behind!”
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Yong-In Aurora Martial Arts
(48)
Special Needs
Respect
Belt
“I love Taekwando and everyone that teaches it at this location this is one of the most talented and most respectful people and place that i have been to.”
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Leehan Martial Arts
(50)
Video
Classes
Skills
“I have just started this course but I must say, as a TBI survivor with damage to my cerebellum, I SOOOOOO much appreciate how the videos break everything down into small steps and focus on balance.”
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Warrior's Edge Martial Arts
(50)
Humor
Ninjutsu
Teens
“Not only is she super sweet and helpful with the mechanics of the drills, but she, like Michael Eichenberg, knows how to balance the energy in the room with some lightheartedness and humor, which I have greatly appreciated.”
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Levels Jiu Jitsu
(50)
Newbies
Community
Culture
“The kids class has phenomenal instructors and a great atmosphere to teach your children a useful method of self defense but the groundwork to build character and fortitude.”
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