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Lobo Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 167 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Aurora, Illinois

BJJ gym Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule lobojiu-jitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (331) 229-9993

Hours

Monday 6:30 AM–8:30 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM–8:30 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM–8:30 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM–8:30 PM
Friday 6:30 AM–8:30 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM–1:30 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Lobo Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 35 mentions

“With all said in mind, this place is the best martial arts destination for learning disipline and teaching your kid to not be afried to stand up to anyone.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I’ve always wanted to learn self-defense techniques so I tried a class here and loved it!”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 167 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“The coach is patient, knowledgeable, and truly care about the kids.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“I began my training nearly a year ago, and as a BJJ enthusiast and beginner, I have greatly appreciated the structured and thoughtful approach at this academy.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 9 mentions

“From the very beginning, the environment at Lobo Jiu Jitsu has been welcoming, supportive, and truly inspiring.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“I’ve always wanted to learn self-defense techniques so I tried a class here and loved it!”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Under their guidance, my son’s confidence, discipline, and physical fitness have all grown significantly.”

active competition team 3 mentions

“Professor Fred Lobo and his team are very professional and competent.”

From the reviews

I am leaving my review 18 months after my son and I joined the Lobo team. During this time, I saw how much stronger and more confident my son became. Having never practiced jiu-jitsu before, my son now competes. Thank you, Professor Fred, who opened the world of jiu-jitsu to me and my son.

★★★★★ — Николай, Jul 2024

My son has been attending Lobo Jiu Jitsu for 1.5 years, and I cannot speak highly enough of the incredible experience he’s had here. From the very beginning, the environment at Lobo Jiu Jitsu has been welcoming, supportive, and truly inspiring.

★★★★★ — Chris, Aug 2024

Highly recommend for kids who need to get out energy!!! Plus there’s the benefits of learning discipline and self defense. We love Professor Fred and the awesome facility. My boys are really enjoying this new sport!

★★★★★ — Courtney, Dec 2025

Hello, We took our son to LOBO JIU JITSU. He is on the spectrum, high functioning. Although it’s very tough skill for him to learn but instructors cooperated with us a lot. They have been very kind, patient and compassionate. Even the Kids are very helpful , some of them made friends with my son.

★★★★★ — Naila, Dec 2025

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Your first BJJ class at Lobo 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Lobo Jiu Jitsu

646 S Frontenac St #109, Aurora, IL60504

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