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Method Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Oswego, 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule methodjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (630) 618-9573
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–12 PM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“My son lacked some-self confidence, and I wanted a place that could teach him a skill as well as a community and build himself up, and give him a competitive spirit.”
“Offers both Gi and no Gi classes in a friendly atmosphere, lots of different people with various builds.”
“Offers both Gi and no Gi classes in a friendly atmosphere, lots of different people with various builds.”
“A friendly, welcoming place with many serious competitors who have great attitudes and respect for everyone from beginners to expert.”
“This gym is great for sport and for self defense.”
“A friendly, welcoming place with many serious competitors who have great attitudes and respect for everyone from beginners to expert.”
What members say
“Beginner friendly, reliable and knowledgeable coaches, friendly members and staff and most importantly clean.”
“A friendly, welcoming place with many serious competitors who have great attitudes and respect for everyone from beginners to expert.”
“If ever you’re in search of a safe, welcoming place to train Jiu Jitsu, I strongly recommend checking this one out!”
“Training at Method isn’t only great exercise, but also helps to keep you mentally sharp when learning and working your way through new techniques.”
“My son lacked some-self confidence, and I wanted a place that could teach him a skill as well as a community and build himself up, and give him a competitive spirit.”
“Great gym, lots of classes throughout the week, which includes morning classes which are great for my schedule.”
From the reviews
I joined the Method family and haven’t looked back since. Absolutely outstanding place to train with tons of talented people, and most importantly, excellent vibe and atmosphere. A friendly, welcoming place with many serious competitors who have great attitudes and respect for everyone from beginners to expert.
This is a great gym where Jiu Jitsu is being taught by a great instructor! I had the pleasure of visiting while in town and found myself surrounded by amazing people. I have been to many places over a long period of time and this gym is at the top of the list.
I have been training with Methods head professor for several years now, this is someone who dedicates their grind to their craft in every way possible. Method provides an amazing atmosphere along with great instruction, I always look forward to class. Whether it be kids class's, or adult , Method Delivers!!
I have grown and learned so much coming to Method! The coaches are great and have great knowledge. This gym is great for sport and for self defense. The kids program is also great. I highly recommend coming to this gym and checking it out! Great atmosphere for everyone!
New to BJJ? Start at Method Jiu Jitsu
Method 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 Method 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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