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Levels Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 76 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Aurora, Illinois
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
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
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule levelsjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (708) 663-3861
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 12–2 PM |
The classes they run
“The instruction is top-notch, with a strong focus on solid technique that helps refine both fundamentals and advanced skills.”
“The kids class has phenomenal instructors and a great atmosphere to teach your children a useful method of self defense but the groundwork to build character and fortitude.”
“It’s also been amazing to see my wife join in and find her passion for gi training as well.”
“The facility itself is excellent—clean mats, a spacious open training area, and a well-maintained space overall.”
“The kids class has phenomenal instructors and a great atmosphere to teach your children a useful method of self defense but the groundwork to build character and fortitude.”
“The environment is incredibly friendly and welcoming, making it a great spot for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”
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What members say
“I just started at this gym and this place is the most welcoming, motivating, and genuine group of individuals I have ever meant.”
“I just started at this gym and this place is the most welcoming, motivating, and genuine group of individuals I have ever meant.”
“Lots of rolling and positional work, which was fun and when I was having issues with some escapes everyone was willing to help me out!”
“The facility itself is excellent—clean mats, a spacious open training area, and a well-maintained space overall.”
“The instruction is top-notch, with a strong focus on solid technique that helps refine both fundamentals and advanced skills.”
From the reviews
The instructors and ranking students have years of experience! It's great place to learn the finer details and really improve your game! The fundamentals class curriculum is broken down and designed to best teach each student.
After attending a number of classes I can’t say anything but great things about Levels Jiu Jitsu. The facility is new, there’s tons of mat space, and it’s always clean. The owners and instructors are great people, extremely welcoming to everyone no matter the experience or skill level.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!! Such a supportive and friendly atmosphere to train in. This gym is the BEST to train at for any level and especially if you are just starting. The owners, coaches, and classmates are all top tier!
Absolutely love my experience at this jiu jitsu gym. I started training about a year ago with my 7-year-old son in the kids' class, and we’ve both grown so much since then. The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, creating a fantastic learning environment where everyone feels welcomed.
New to BJJ? Start at Levels Jiu Jitsu
Levels 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 Levels 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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