4101 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
Lakeside offers old school Carlson Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu instruction in East Lakeview, Chicago. We focus on time tested, self defense effective techniques that build strength, cardiovascular endurance, and jiu-jitsu acumen to provide a complete fitness experience
I just started BJJ in my 30s, so I was a little apprehensive. But this gym has a great group of people who are welcoming. The instructors are great. I quickly loved showing up. A month in, and I'm incredibly happy I took a shot on BJJ and Lakeside.
Posted 2 weeks agoInstructors are super knowledgeable and great at teaching, especially when they work with you 1 on 1 in class. Overall gym culture is great, immediately was welcomed in, people knew my name, and gave me tips/critiques in a respectful way. Learned a lot in the 4 months I've been going, great mix of beginners and experts. Everyone roles hard enough to push you, but you still can get work in, and the new gym is great. Beginners class was great for pure technique and getting used to the sport, all levels was a good mix of technique and a great cardio workout of sparing. Judo classes are great too, very kind instructors and good to train a similar martial art. Overall just jointed to try it and got so much more out of it than I initially thought.
Posted 3 weeks agoGreat instructors, great location, everyone is super welcoming and friendly. Practitioners of all levels would thrive under the coaching available, they even offer separate Judo classes along with GI and No-Gi. Highly recommend, I can’t say enough good things about Lakeside BJJ.
Posted 3 weeks agoI got to visit Lakeside Jiu Jitsu while on vacation and am so glad I came in. All the coaches and students were so welcoming and helpful. Facility was clean and well-maintained. Lakeside is the place to be if you're looking for quality instruction and a solid community. Can't wait to come back.
Posted 4 months agoI have been going now for 2-3 weeks and have been welcomed by all staff, students, and instructors with open arms. There are many high level grapplers ranging from BJJ black belts to collegiate wrestlers, and everywhere in-between. Paying for classes isn’t fun, but I understand it is necessary. With this said, Lakeside BJJ is one of the most affordable places in the area I found and even offers discounts for certain professions. Beginner friendly, advanced classes, great people to train and learn from, and a plethora of classes to fit any schedule. My only complaint is I didn’t start sooner! Looking forward to many more training sessions. Photo attached from my first class!
Posted a year ago