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Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Loves Park, 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 muay thai classes (ages 3) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Today see hours ·
- 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 |
The classes they run
“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.”
“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.”
Other martial arts here
“The coach Ryan draws on several different grappling arts to create a really cool, unique style at the gym and keeps the team following the cutting edge of modern grappling.”
What members say
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Ryan and his coaches teach respect, teamwork, perseverance, and help my children find their confidence to push through challenges when things get tough.”
“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.
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!!!
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.
I couldn't be happier that my search for a martial arts gym for my son led me to Loris. I now have two children enrolled, and they are learning so much more than just the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
New to muay thai? 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 thrown a punch or a kick, 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 to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. 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. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Loris Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Nervous about walking into a muay thai 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 the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, 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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