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Warrior's Edge Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 149 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Naperville, 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 (ages 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thewarriorsedge.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 630-416-1946
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–1:15 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I enrolled in the beginner Warrior Women's self defense class and HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking to learn the basics of how to keep themselves safe.”
“The classes bring together kids of various experience levels, yet the instructors provide individualized attention while fostering a strong sense of camaraderie.”
“My good friend who is a black belt warrior recommended that I take the Warrior Women classes, and I'm beyond grateful that I did!”
“I enrolled in the beginner Warrior Women's self defense class and HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking to learn the basics of how to keep themselves safe.”
“I enrolled in the beginner Warrior Women's self defense class and HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking to learn the basics of how to keep themselves safe.”
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What members say
“I enrolled in the beginner Warrior Women's self defense class and HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking to learn the basics of how to keep themselves safe.”
“I highly recommend this school for anyone wanting to learn self defense techniques and other important skills in a supportive and welcoming environment.”
“I enrolled in the beginner Warrior Women's self defense class and HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking to learn the basics of how to keep themselves safe.”
“The school remains true to its historical lineage with adapted teachings for protecting yourself and your loved ones in today’s world.”
“I enrolled in the beginner Warrior Women's self defense class and HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking to learn the basics of how to keep themselves safe.”
“Eichenberg and all the other instructors are very welcoming, knowledgeable, and focused on teaching the students and helping them succeed.”
From the reviews
I joined the Warrior’s Edge dojo without having any practical martial arts experience, just a keen interest and willingness to learn. I thought I would learn some self defense, discipline, and gain some confidence. I have improved in those areas but have gained so much more than I expected.
Warrior’s Edge has been an incredible experience for our son (7). We are so happy to have found the Ninja Rangers program! From the moment he joined, the instructors made him feel welcome and part of the team, seamlessly integrating him and other new students without overwhelming them.
The Warrior’s Edge Martial Arts School was recommended to me by a family member years ago. I was intrigued by the teachers, students, and the dojo the moment I first entered! The school remains true to its historical lineage with adapted teachings for protecting yourself and your loved ones in today’s world.
My good friend who is a black belt warrior recommended that I take the Warrior Women classes, and I'm beyond grateful that I did! I am now a white belt training to be in the Aiki Ninjutsu classes. It's so much fun and I'm learning more about my abilities and capabilities, gaining more confidence in myself.
New to BJJ? Start at Warrior's Edge Martial Arts
Warrior's Edge Martial Arts 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.
Your first BJJ class at Warrior's Edge Martial Arts
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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