There’s not enough to say about Pure BJJ Professor Catherine and Nick are two of the best I’ve ever met. The amount of patience that they have with the kids is great. They are very good professors the kids all enjoy the classes. My daughter absolutely loves going to BJJ and she looks up to her professor so much. BJJ is great it teaches the kids how defend themselves gives them self confidence are truly so happy with our decision of enrolling her we have made great friends already. Also açaí bowls are amazing
Pure Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is absolutely outstanding! Professors Catherine and Nicholas are world-class trainers who bring incredible knowledge, passion, and care to every class. The gym itself is amazing—brand new, super clean, and well-equipped. What really sets this place apart is the community. The students and parents truly feel like a family, creating such a welcoming and positive environment.
While they provide top-notch instruction for adults, they are especially incredible and stand out with the children. Their patience, dedication, and ability to teach and inspire kids are unmatched.
A special shoutout to Efrain at the front desk—he is one of the most attentive people I’ve ever encountered. Extremely knowledgeable, accommodating, and always willing to go the extra mile to help.
Best Professors in the world-not only in skills and knowledge, but in the ability to teach ANYONE-kids, seniors, teens and adults. They make everyone at the academy not only better at BJJ, but better humans. Amazing community, too, best decision our family has ever made. Will help you believe in yourself and accomplish things you never thought you could do. Recommend x 1000
Our whole family trains at Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by how clean and welcoming the facility is. The instructors are not only incredibly knowledgeable but also have a passion for teaching that is evident in every class. They are world-renowned black belts, which speaks to the high level of instruction you’ll find here.
My wife and I attend the adult classes, and I also take part in the strength and conditioning program, which has been a game-changer for my overall fitness. The program is well-structured and complements Jiu Jitsu training perfectly.
What truly sets Pure apart is their kids program. It’s hands down the best in the area. Our son and daughter both train here, and it’s amazing to see how much they’ve grown in confidence, discipline, and skill. Knowing that black belts are teaching them gives us peace of mind that they’re learning the best techniques in a safe and fun environment.
The sense of community at Pure is incredible. Everyone — from the instructors to the students — and other parents treats each other with respect and support. We’ve found more than just a gym here; we’ve found a second family.
If you’re looking for a top-notch Jiu Jitsu academy for yourself or your kids, I can’t recommend Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu enough!
We initially signed our kids up for Jiu-Jitsu, and soon after, my wife and I joined as well. Jiu-Jitsu has helped our children become more confident both on and off the mat. The Professors know how to challenge the kids physically and mentally without pushing them to the point of burnout. I wish I had started sooner, but I’m grateful I was introduced to the sport under the guidance of Professor Catherine and Professor Nick. They have created something truly special with the PURE community. It’s welcoming, supportive, and continues to grow. Five stars all day!
My 13-year-old daughter recently started training at Pure Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and we couldn’t be more impressed! The instruction is truly top-notch, with highly skilled and patient coaches who focus on technique and personal growth. The atmosphere is welcoming, and they provide a great balance of discipline and encouragement, making it an ideal place for young learners.
The facilities are also fantastic—clean, modern, and well-maintained. It’s clear that they prioritize the safety and comfort of their students. We’ve already seen a boost in my daughter’s confidence and physical fitness, and we’re excited to continue her journey here. Highly recommend Pure Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for anyone looking for high-quality martial arts training!
The facility and the professors here are the absolute best! The environment that has been cultivated at Pure encourages growth, strength and community. I cannot imagine a better way to start my day than with a class and am so grateful to have found Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!!
If you are looking for an awesome strength and conditioning workout (same time as kids are on the mat in some instances-can’t argue that convenience!) this is the place to be! I’ve gotten so much stronger in the few months I’ve been going! This is a community, not a gym. All of the members are super supportive of each other. Matt is an awesome trainer with great creative strength workouts. Matt is super accommodating, ensuring proper form and ensuring a safe strength workout. He offers awesome modifications to keep injuries at bay. It’s a great workout I would recommend to all!
Review for Pure Strength and Conditioning:
Pure also offers strength and conditioning classes led by Coach Matt Miles for both adults and kids. My goals of increasing my cardiovascular endurance and overall strength have been met, and even exceeded since I've started. Coach Matt pays a lot of attention to detail and will cater to your current strength and abilities, as well as any physical limitations you may have.
He's done a phenomenal job in encouraging me to try new things and push myself, and also to remember that rest and recovery is equally important.
S&C is a fantastic compliment to Pure BJJ, even if you don't do jiu jitsu.
Great place to train. Prof Catherine and Nick are great people. The students are friendly and welcoming. Facility is clean! Wipe your feet with provided wipes before you step on the mats. Huge washroom with baby changer and locker room with showers.
If you're injured they have Flux Performance Therapy with Dr. Michael in the back to help you get to 100%.
Don't want to do bjj but want to get stronger or just work out? Go check out pure strength and conditioning with coach Matt Miles.
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Sergiu Ostafi
If you're looking for a place to train, grow, and challenge yourself, Pure Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and their Strength and Conditioning gym are unbeatable!"
Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the place to be if you want to learn the art of BJJ. Professor Catherine, a World Champion, and Professor Nick are so patient with the children during instruction. They always emphasize discipline and respect. Our sons have been going to Pure for almost a year and they love it. Professor Catherine and Professor Nick challenge the students and also make training fun. Everyone at Pure is so friendly and welcoming. They have a great space with all the amenities and everything is alway super clean and neat. It is an honor to be part of the Pure family and we look forward to many more years.
Pure BJJ is incredible, professors Catherine and Nick do an incredible job of cultivating a learning environment that is highly effective at teaching students (children, adults, athletes and people with no athletic background) the art of jiu jitsu. This sentiment has been echoed by others in their reviews but I think it’s important to emphasize, at Pure you’re welcomed with open arms by an incredible community. I’ve been training here for a bit over a year now and I’m beyond lucky to have stumbled across such an incredible gym that also happens to be in my neighborhood. If you’re in the area I would HIGHLY recommend stopping by for a free week trial to see if Pure BJJ is right for you (spoiler alert: it is)!
Drop in for the week for the 7am class and had a great time!! Website has easy to find class schedule and address. Professor Nick and crew were so very welcoming and instruction was top notch. Great mat space, super clean locker rooms, and even an açaí bar post-class…so tasty!! Can’t wait to come back!!
Pure Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the best places to train on the northside of chicago. Both my daughter, my son and myself train there and have had nothing but positive experiences. Prof Catherine and Prof Nick are both great bjj instructors and really work well with the kids. They know when to push and when to let the kids have fun. It’s an honor to be training with a world champ and for my kids to learn first hand what it takes to win. Their competition team has really taken it to the next level
PURE Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an amazing place to train! Catherine and Nicholas are high level coaches with decades of experience, coaching, training, and competing in BJJ. They create a welcoming atmosphere for people to grow, challenge themselves, and come together as a community. I know when I travel and go train in other places, I have confidence in the skills that I have learned through them knowing that what I have been taught has been tested. It is TRUE and effective Jiu-Jitsu not only for sport but for self-defense. They have an awesome kids program that is developing high level youth athletes, but also young men and women of character. I look forward to training with my PURE family every week and am grateful to be a student of Catherine and Nicholas Mitria. Thanks PURE!
Pure BJJ has a cool vibe. I visited from out of town for a week and had the pleasure of training in the gi classes. The instructors, Catherine and Nick, are very welcoming and attentive to their students. They give verbal during the rolls. I found all their students – white, blue, and purple – to be intelligent and courteous partners. On the nights I was there, it was 15% instruction, 40% drilling, and 45% open rolling. I thought that was a great distribution. The school is home to both hobbyists and competitors. I also greatly admired that there were almost equal numbers of women and girls in the class compared to the men. It seems to be an environment in which women can flourish. Lastly, I was impressed with the willingness of the instructors to teach leg locks to their white belts with proper instruction and safety. I look forward to returning to Pure BJJ in the future.
Awesome Hospitality, Very Welcoming. Came from out of town for a private lesson, the entire experience was perfect. Location is clean, area is very safe.
I was visiting family in Rosemont and stopped in and asked professor Nick to see if I can drop in for a class. He welcome me with open arms and allowed me to trained with his team. Gym mates were all welcoming as well and gave me solid and hard rounds. This is a fantastic gym with friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended.
My 7 yr old started at Pure in December and has learned so much, made great friends and just won his first competitive fight. The professors are incredible with the kids, teaching technique but more importantly, teaching what it means to have each others backs and have heart. Love it here.
This place is amazing. My son has been taking classes here for one year and has grown so much. In addition to the skills he has learned, the confidence it has given him is unreal. Professors Catherine and Nick (along with Fabian) are amazing with the kids. It is truly a family at Pure.
We just started taking my 4 year old son to Pure about a month ago. He is an extremely shy and timid toddler, who rarely wants to try anything new. Professors Catherine and Nick were absolutely wonderful with him allowing him space and time to get comfortable with the class. They never pressured him to do anything and always told him whenever he was ready. He’s still not comfortable participating for the entire class, but I can see him slowly coming around with each week. So happy we found Pure and excited to continue coming!
Professor Catherine world class! Catherine and Nick are amazing with the kids. I have been to a lot of schools over the years and this has been the best experience, love Pure and the culture. Thank you Catherine and Nick!
They specialize in beginners
There's world class world champion that teaches classes
Super friendly culture. When the They say people buy people not product it's true.
This place has the best of both worlds highly recommended
Thank you to Pure BJJ! Such a fantastic class, environment and spirit! Catherine welcomed me in, as did everyone, and taught a great class. Everyone was having fun and learning. The school is so close to the train for ease. I will definitely be back and recommend you stop in! This is jiu-jitsu at it's best!
I absolutely love this place! Catherine is a phenomenal instructor who is more than willing to take the time to make sure all of her students grasp the ideas of the days lesson. It is a good workout for those who are wanting to get into shape. Overall this place provides a clean and friendly environment that would be welcoming to all walks of life.
Professor Catherine is an amazing instructor. She is a great with kids making sure that every child is welcomed and understands the meaning of being a great martial artist. She creates an atmosphere that pushes you to be your best and she believes you can be your best.
We are very excited for the future of Pure
