6390 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638, USA
At Uflacker Academy we maintain the traditional roots of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, while emphasizing self-defense, health and the growth of personal confidence.
Uflacker Academy has been an incredible place for my son to begin his Jiu-Jitsu journey. He started at just 5 years old, and from day one, the coaches made the experience both fun and educational. Their techniques for kids are outstanding—everything is taught in a way that’s easy to understand and engaging through play. Coach Crystal always greeted the kids with a big smile and motivated them to keep practicing. Coach Adam played a huge role in helping my son, master some of the more difficult positions with patience and care. And I have to give my deepest respect to Professor Christian—not only did he see potential in my son, but he also encouraged him to enter his first tournament, where he came out victorious. I highly recommend Uflacker Academy to any parent looking to introduce their child to Jiu-Jitsu. The coaching staff is skilled and supportive.
Posted 4 months ago
I've started training at Uflacker Academy since 2024 since I moved into the South Side area. I'm a brown belt and have been training for +8 years in Brazilian Jiujitsu. I've had the opportunity to train under 4 other academies in my BJJ journey. I can honestly say "The U" tops the other 4 places I've trained at. Uflacker Academy offers you top notch instructors, top notch facility, and a friendly environment for everyone to learn and grow. Professor Christian Uflacker is well known in the martial arts community and has contributed his whole life to the betterment of the art and practitioners around the world. You can't go wrong to choose this place for training. Whether you're brand new, LEO, athletic, non-athletic, pro fighter; there's always something to learn from this academy and improve your life on & off the mat.
Posted 5 months ago
From my very first email to my most recent class, the staff at Uflacker Academy have been nothing short of amazing. I’m a 41-year-old guy who’s not in the best shape, and starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was a little intimidating for me. Coach Crystal was incredible — she answered all my questions and made me feel welcome from the start. When I showed up for my first class, I was nervous because I had no idea what I was doing. I was paired with a purple belt who couldn’t have been more patient. He took his time to explain not just what to do, but why we do it, and what happens if you do it differently. What really stood out to me is the culture here — it’s not an ego-driven environment where higher belts try to dominate lower belts. Instead, the upper belts are super supportive, eager to help, and genuinely happy to teach. The professors and coaches are top-notch, and the students are some of the nicest people I’ve met. Training here is hard — and that’s exactly what I want. You get out what you put in, and I know that every skill I earn will be the result of real work. I feel confident I’ll continue to grow and learn at Uflacker Academy, and I’m completely hooked.
Posted 6 months ago
I’ve been training at Uflacker's for two years now, and it’s been one of the best decisions of my life. This gym has given me confidence, discipline, and resilience that spill over into every part of my day. The coaches are world-class, technical, patient, and motivating and they treat every student like an individual. The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive no matter your level or background, you’ll feel like you belong here. Because of training here, I’m physically and mentally stronger, more focused, and far more adaptable. This gym isn’t just a place to roll, it’s a community that helps you grow as a person. I recommend it to anyone who wants to challenge themselves and find out what they’re capable of.
Posted 5 months ago
Echoing the other positive reviewers here. Uflacker Academy is a great place for your Brazilian Jiu Jitsu learning and growth. I had no prior grappling background, but have enjoyed the community and training. Would recommend to anyone looking for a BJJ gym in the Chicago area!
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