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Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Loves Park, Illinois

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 (ages 3) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule lorisbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 815-708-5336

Hours

Monday 5:30–7 am, 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 5:30–7 am, 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday 5:30–7 am, 4–8 pm
Saturday 3–4 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 Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 58 mentions

“I am thankful to have found this location and am excited to see my child’s growth, which is already evident in the short time we have been here.”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“My son is a beginner atMy son is a beginner at Loris Jiu-Jitsu, and the coach has been a great teacher and a positive influence on him.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“My kids love it so much that we hardly ever miss a day of Jiu-jitsu or Muay Thai.”

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🤸 Wrestling

“The instruction at is thoughtful, intentional, and well developed, incorporating so many aspects of martial arts and wrestling.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 56 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 5 mentions

“My son is a beginner atMy son is a beginner at Loris Jiu-Jitsu, and the coach has been a great teacher and a positive influence on him.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 8 mentions

“Ryan was welcoming to our whole family, and I appreciate his strong philosophy and desire to stand by the values he wants embedded in the gym based on his experience.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 13 mentions

“Ryan was welcoming to our whole family, and I appreciate his strong philosophy and desire to stand by the values he wants embedded in the gym based on his experience.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“My previous gym was stuck doing nothing but fundamentals for a few years because too many new people kept coming in and any sense of curriculum just kept getting reset.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“Ryan and his coaches teach respect, teamwork, perseverance, and help my children find their confidence to push through challenges when things get tough.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 10 mentions

“Ryan and his coaches teach respect, teamwork, perseverance, and help my children find their confidence to push through challenges when things get tough.”

From the reviews

Loris Bazillion Jujitsu is more than just a place to learn jujitsu; it's a life-changing experience. My 6-year-old son has thrived since joining, gaining confidence and a sense of belonging. The instructors are fantastic, especially with the children.

★★★★★ — Ashley, May 2025

I cannot say enough good things about this gym! Coach Ryan is so great with kids, he really guides each kid for what they need to achieve success. Its okay if your kids are shy or have never been in a group setting before, they will open up and shine like mine!!!

★★★★★ — Ashley, Sep 2024

This place is great, maybe even a little beyond my capabilities. My previous gym was stuck doing nothing but fundamentals for a few years because too many new people kept coming in and any sense of curriculum just kept getting reset.

★★★★★ — Thienly, May 2024

My son is a beginner atMy son is a beginner at Loris Jiu-Jitsu, and the coach has been a great teacher and a positive influence on him. He is patient, encouraging, and takes the time to help students learn at their own pace.

★★★★★ — Kyle, Jan 2026

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New to BJJ? Start at Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at Loris 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.

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 Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

6481 N 2nd St, Loves Park, IL61111

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