540 E Centralia St, Elkhorn, WI 53121
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While a combat sport attracts a wide variety of personalities, our instructors cultivate an environment where you can get excellent training and vigorous workouts without negativity. This cultivation takes effort on their part, and they do a stand-up job of it. For example, on the rare occasion a new student arrives with a malicious attitude or disrespectful behavior, that’s immediately identified as a “liability” to us all, and our instructors do a great job of removing that element from our community. Rare occasions aside, this place has great mat space for stand-up and ground-rolling work. We welcome new people in a way that allows them to enjoy this…and return!
I joined with absolutely no experience, with the hopes of learning how to protect myself, and to improve my overall health. And I have not been disappointed. Everyone is so knowledgeable, and helpful. The level of encouragement that the caliber group gives is phenomenal! Id recommend this group to anyone
Awesome Jiu Jitsu gym with a large mat space, good gym culture and fantastic instructors! With it being in the same building as PVM it really is a one stop shop for anything you could possibly want for fitness all under one roof. I have been to most other gyms in the area and as far as I have experienced Chris is best instructor in this part of Wisconsin/Illinois!
Awesome gym with a huge mat space. Being connected to PVM makes this a one stop shop for anything fitness and grappling related. On top of that the community is great. If you’re visiting Lake Geneva this is the gym to check out in the area!
Dropped in here while in town for a wedding. Very welcoming group of people and a great facility! Would recommend to anyone from beginners to experienced BJJ competitors
My name is Jamie Fredericksen. I am the original owner of Devine Juijitsu Lake Geneva, now Caliber MMA. I’m a US NAVY Veteran and I try to do as much as I possibly can to help our veterans. I suffered from severe PTSD and felt like it had no hope. Then in 2014, I found jiujitsu and it saved my life. It gave me a constructive outlet to deal with my frustrations, and it gave me life long friends that I never would have had if I never started jiujitsu. Seeing how it helped me, I wanted to do more for Veterans. That’s when Nick from Project Veteran Muscle got ahold of me in 2020 about wanting to start a bjj class for veterans. Project Veteran Muscle does so much for veterans, giving them a work out facility at little to no cost, depending on their disability rating. After hearing how they helped veterans by making it financially accessible to them, I wanted to do the same. Obviously, this was a big undertaking to run and that’s when I asked my friend Derek to be involved with it. Derek and I feel the same about our veterans. We would do our best to help every veteran we could. We took on the same payments schedule like Project Veteran Muscle; if you were 100% disabled, you paid nothing. Derek and I wanted to make a place for veterans and that’s always been the mission. When my wife got transferred, Derek took over the gym and continued with the same mission we started it with, help as many vets as we can. The mission has never been, and never will be, about money. It’s about helping and supporting our brothers and sister who gave so much for us.
I have had the opportunity to train with these professionals and I usually do not write reviews SO READ THIS ONE. Caliber Martial Arts is a premier martial arts studio in the Midwest. Literally from the first time you step on the Mat to wherever you want to go and everything in-between. Caliber can and will provide for your needs. Instructor Derek and his staff are professional, actually listen, and have the pedigree and deep knowledge to teach and instruct even the most novice student from absolute beginning to viable and realistic self defense or for more advanced people ANY competitive wants or needs. The ENTIRE STAFF is patient, understanding, skilled, and extremely knowledgeable with literally any student. Caliber Martial Arts is a fun, energetic, clean, safe atmosphere for all people. They also support the Community, Veterans/First Responders, as well as Competitive Fighters. The pedigree and lineage of Caliber is very strong in Muay Thai and Jiujitsu alike. This School is second to none. So if you’re looking to lose weight, feel more confident, gain self defense skills, compete, or more importantly have fun in a friendly welcoming environment TRUST ME YOU WILL NOT GO WRONG WITH CALIBER! FYI… I own a Jiujitsu patch Company, I used to be a pro fighter, and have been teaching and training for well over 30 years. Try them out! You will not be disappointed!
As a disabled veteran, Caliber has worked with me to improve my confidence and mobility both on and off the mat. The instructors will make you work hard but will always be considerate of any injuries you may have. Everyone at the gym is there to support and help each other grow.
Can't say enough good things about the crew at Caliber. As a veteran it gives me a place with a familiar community and a purpose. And, the standard they carry is something I value about this place. Nothing is given at Caliber, except respect, and a chance to earn through hard work and sweat. Something I know many of us veterans need after leaving the military. I found caliber after I broke my leg and had to take a break from Jiu Jitsu and move back home while I recover. Physical fitness and grappling are things I found to really help with my mental health since leaving the service. These things being put on hold were pretty rough on me. Caliber, even with my injury accommodated me, completely understanding the importance of keeping me on the mat. Rather having me drill on a dummy, or Buckles and Dereck going 1on1 with me to walk me through moves around my injury. As well as Chris giving me drills on the dummy (wrestling & grappling coach on Mon, & Wed) they have gone above and beyond over and over to give me inclusion and make me part of the team. Limping around with a broken leg or not. They really do care about their people.
Caliber Martial Arts is an exceptional martial arts academy that combines welcoming atmosphere, great instruction, supportive training partners, and a fun environment. Whether you are a beginner looking to start your martial arts journey or an experienced practitioner seeking to enhance your skills, Caliber Martial Arts is the perfect place for you. Highly recommended!
"Caliber Martial Arts is exceptional! The instructors are both skilled and passionate, fostering a welcoming environment for all. The sense of community here is inspiring, motivating students to reach their goals. Highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to learn jiujitsu in a supportive environment!"
Excellent gym and excellent instructors! Super spacious and everyone is friendly and welcoming. My son has been training with the instructors (Derek, Buckles, and Chris) for over two years and it has been the best experience for him by far!
Amazing atmosphere, great instructors, everyone makes you feel welcome and like family.
Caliber isn’t just a gym. From the second you step foot on the mats you become family. From the lowest belt to the highest everyone is there to help each other grow and develop next level skills. It’s an excellent place to train for all ages. They offer kids class, beginner classes, and advanced. Stop in an check them out. You won’t regret it. I started back in 2020 and haven’t looked back.
Awesome gym, very positive environment and community. I've been here for three months now and have found nothing but patience, understanding, and comrodery from both the class and teachers
Great Jiu Jitsu gym! Knowledgeable, experienced and dedicated instructors for both adults and kids classes. Ample mat space. All walks of life and all skill levels. Great classmates contributing to burgeoning jiu jitsu community.
My son has been attending Caliber for the last year and has since gained a wealth of skill and knowledge for his young age. All while having fun and making friends, the kids class delivers BJJ fundamentals and important character building lessons, elevating confidence and discipline. Caliber's instructors interact with the kids and carry themselves in a way that boasts integrity and good character. I'm always impressed with the profound dedication everyone in the gym has towards the sport.
Great gym with a great learning environment, I’ve been here almost a year and have met and trained with some awesome people!
Great instruction and training environment. Very welcoming and always a good time.
Great experience. Good amount of mat space. Classes have a good mix of experienced and new folks. Everyone seems really great.
Caliber Martial Arts is out to actively scam veterans- they are not involved with veteran rehabilitation at all. On the contrary, if you’re a disabled veteran they will purposefully attempt to remove you from the gym, “no liabilities” is their moto. PVM, which they are attached to is also not involved in rehabilitation services. Yet they advertise that their mission is to help veterans. The videos of veterans on their page are astroturfed stories from friends that are paid by the gym. Citizens & Veterans beware!!!
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