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Valko Jiu Jitsu Studio

5.0 (36 Reviews)

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Academy Overview

Trying to decide if Valko Jiu Jitsu Studio is the right fit? This profile puts the essentials in one place: recent photos, student feedback, the official website, and the key details you need before you visit.

5.0 stars from 36 reviews suggest a strong local reputation. Use the contact card for directions, training hours, and the best next step in Chicago, IL.

Student Testimonials

Elite Reviews

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Kevin Markey

Apr 18, 2025

I take my son here 1- 3 times a week and the instructors are incredible. My son loves coming here. In less than 1 year I’ve seen him build discipline, confidence, composure and friendships.

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Victor Chan

Jun 24, 2025

About a month into my bjj journey and I'm loving it. Best workout I've ever had. The instructors have great cues for instructing complete novices. The colored belts know just how much resistance to give when rolling.

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Kileigh Johnson

Sep 12, 2024

My son started here a month ago and he absolutely loves it. He’s a better listener at home, gaining more confidence and I can’t say enough great things about Valko. All the staff are so friendly and so family oriented. I definitely picked the right place when reviewing many others in the area. I love how easy it was to sign up on the website.

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Charles Florence

Feb 3, 2025

Valko Studio is an amazing place to train bjj as a beginner or advanced student. The classes cover a certain technique, situational sparring, and then most of the time there is time after the official class to roll/spar, work on other techniques, and socialize. Class sizes are relatively small, so the individual attention and high level coaching you get here is very valuable and not common at other gyms. You also get access to the open mat at the much larger river north location, which has a massive pool of high belt talent You can tell their goal is to teach people bjj rather than sell memberships. There are no high pressure sales tactics on your first day and the contracts are flexible without multi month commitments or hidden fees It’s a welcoming and safe environment for everyone - there is a mix of ages, fitness levels, and bjj experience (belt colors) If you want to learn or continue training bjj, this the place to go.

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Steffany Bahamon

Mar 8, 2025

I’ve been going to classes here for about a week and absolutely love it - I’m a smallish woman, and everyone has been super welcoming and friendly to me. Quality of instruction is quite high and the class is a great mix of technique and workout. Come in and try it out!

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