About Carlson Gracie MMA
Carlson Gracie MMA in North Aurora, IL, has been a leading martial arts studio since 1996, serving North Aurora, Naperville, Saint Charles, Batavia, and Aurora. This gym specializes in mixed martial arts, boxing, kickboxing, jujitsu, and wrestling, offering a wide range of classes for all skill levels. Members appreciate the well-structured classes that combine technique training with optional sparring and rolling, making it an ideal environment for both fitness and martial arts expertise. With over five years of membership, one reviewer highlights the supportive and hardworking community, noting that Coach Jeff Neal brings a wealth of experience as both a former MMA fighter and an accomplished coach. His dedication to helping students achieve their goals is evident, regardless of whether they are beginners or advanced practitioners. Lorenzo Clark, the head Muay Thai coach, is also praised for his mentorship and ability to inspire a passion for the sport. The gym is described as more than just a place to train; it is considered a family where members feel accepted and treated with respect. The training environment is friendly and welcoming, fostering camaraderie among students. Instructors, including Brian Bishop and Jeff Neal, are commended for their ability to break down techniques and provide valuable guidance, making it easy for beginners to learn and progress. Overall, Carlson Gracie MMA is highly recommended for anyone looking to learn or enhance their skills in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, or MMA, promising a rewarding and supportive training experience.
I've been taking my kids here before the pandemic mask mandate was lifted. We came from another gym but held dual memberships for the first three months (I prepaid at our first gym for an entire year). Before we left our first gym, my kids had learned so much in their first month at Carlson Gracie, they were beating kids who they had struggled with previously. Towards the end of the three month overlap, my boys were wrecking all the kids from our first gym. Thanks to coach Brian, his pursuit of teaching the fine details of techniques with immence patients with EVERY student, leaves no one behind and at a level that is second to none. Coach Jeff is and endless encyclopedia...read full review
Awesome gym, great coaches!! This gym has it all. Conditioning, boxing, Muy Thai, and Brazilian Jiu- Jitsu!!
BRIAN BISHOP Always keeping it 100 % real all the time. Was my teacher now. He's teaching my kids.