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Ferro academy Brazilian Jiu jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Elmhurst, Illinois
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ferroacademybjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (573) 586-6133
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re looking to build self-defense skills, compete, or just stay in shape, this academy provides a solid foundation in jujutsu.”
“My kids Jessy & Mateo started ending of 2025 and it’s helped them so much thanks to Professors Joanna and Anthony.”
“Whether you’re looking to build self-defense skills, compete, or just stay in shape, this academy provides a solid foundation in jujutsu.”
“Whether you’re looking to build self-defense skills, compete, or just stay in shape, this academy provides a solid foundation in jujutsu.”
“The coaches do an excellent job of breaking down techniques so both beginners and more advanced students can progress at a steady pace.”
What members say
“Veteran Owned and Operated Small Business, Excellent instruction, a place where the instructor cares more about his students than money.”
“Did drop in on Saturday Professor Ferro & his students were very welcoming The technic to rolls were top notch Had great experience there highly recommend this school”
“Did drop in on Saturday Professor Ferro & his students were very welcoming The technic to rolls were top notch Had great experience there highly recommend this school”
“From learning the basics to advanced techniques, the academy offers a comprehensive curriculum that caters to all skill levels.”
“Whether you’re looking to build self-defense skills, compete, or just stay in shape, this academy provides a solid foundation in jujutsu.”
“He’s been searching for a place like this, with no frills, excellent instruction, disciplined students, and a family-like feel.”
From the reviews
This is a great place to start at any level. Professional, well maintained and friendly environment. Professor Ferro is quite dedicated to the academy and nourishes students by providing constructive feedback and let everyone progress at their own pace.
Having trained at the Ferro Academy, I can confidently say that it is an exceptional jiu jitsu school. From learning the basics to advanced techniques, the academy offers a comprehensive curriculum that caters to all skill levels.
Ferro academy is a high quality Jiu Jitsu school. The instructors are positive, helpful and very knowledgeable. The classes have fun vibes all around and you leave this place feeling accomplished every time. Weather you’re just starting Jiu Jitsu or you want progress Jiu Jistsu journey, this is a great place to be.
The experience I have had at Ferro academy has been nothing less than amazing. Having trained with multiple different coaches and gyms this has by far been the best out of them all.
New to BJJ? Start at Ferro academy Brazilian Jiu jitsu
Ferro academy Brazilian Jiu jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Ferro academy Brazilian Jiu jitsu
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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