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Lion's Den Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Homer Glen, 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lionsdenjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (612) 701-8688
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
The classes they run
“The place is great for kids, adults, begginers and advanced people who want to train jiu jitsu, wrestling and striking classes.”
“Lion’s Den is a fantastic gym for all interested in BJJ, Gi and No-Gi alike with some additional striking classes as an option.”
“Lion’s Den is a fantastic gym for all interested in BJJ, Gi and No-Gi alike with some additional striking classes as an option.”
“The schedule is unbelievable, with classes and open mats offered 7 days a week, which makes it so easy to train consistently.”
“This gym offers real training - whether your goal is to improve in Jiu-jitsu, striking, or self-defense, this is the place to be.”
“The vast array of both instructors and participants at this facility, has resulted in the perfect environment for both beginners and experienced athletes.”
Other martial arts here
“You and/or your child(ren) can get top tier instruction from pro MMA fighters (they offer striking classes) and world class catch wrestling coaches.”
“You and/or your child(ren) can get top tier instruction from pro MMA fighters (they offer striking classes) and world class catch wrestling coaches.”
What members say
“Coach Mo and Coach Fabian have been amazing with them - patient, encouraging and kind.”
“The vast array of both instructors and participants at this facility, has resulted in the perfect environment for both beginners and experienced athletes.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and motivating, and the community feels like a family—everyone pushes each other to get better while having fun.”
“Mo and Fabian spend their time not only teaching top-of-the-line technique and strategy but also improving their game as martial artists as well.”
“The gym is by far one of the cleanest I have been too and these guys take pride in keeping their space safe and inviting for everyone coming in.”
From the reviews
If I could give six stars, I absolutely would. Fabian and Mo are outstanding! A little background - about three years ago, I started my Jiu-jitsu journey with my boys at a “big-name” gym. Unfortunately, the training felt limited, the environment never truly felt like home, and the costs were extremely high.
Lion’s Den BJJ is top notch. I began my journey at a different gym and couldn’t be happier with my decision to switch to Lion’s Den. First off, the schedule is UNBEATABLE. From someone with a busy career, Lion’s Den has classes all throughout the day, beginning at 6am.
Lion’s Den is an amazing school filled with amazing instructors. Mo and Fabian spend their time not only teaching top-of-the-line technique and strategy but also improving their game as martial artists as well.
Lions Den Jiu Jitsu is hands down the best place for Jiu Jitsu and martial arts. The instructors and coaches are phenomenal—knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about helping every student grow.
New to BJJ? Start at Lion's Den Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Lion's Den 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 Lion's Den 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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