Brazilian Black Belt Jiu Jitsu Academy

"As the wife of a competitive black belt, I've been on the sidelines of the jiu-jitsu world for 15 years now, I can certainly say there's something truly special about Felipe Costa's gym that stands out from all the rest. Felipe has this genuine warmth that just hits different. The way he connects with both the littles and us grown-ups is something you don't find everywhere. My 6-year-old daughter has completely fallen in love with jiu-jitsu and literally begs to go every chance she gets! After trying so many activities that lasted about two weeks before the "I'm bored" phase hit, this is the first thing she's actually stuck with. I'm convinced it's the coaching that's made all the difference. Felipe has this magic way of making every kid feel seen while keeping it fun AND teaching real skills (those world championship credentials definitely show!). The BG Black Belt academy is spotless (which this mom appreciates!), and the whole vibe just feels right. We honestly couldn't be more grateful they opened in our Buffalo Grove community. It's become such a bright spot in our family routine, and watching my daughter light up on the mats makes my heart so full. If you're on the fence about trying it out - just go! You'll see what I mean the minute you walk in.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ 🥋"

"Absolutely love training here! The coach is amazing with both adults and kids (just look at the kids’ smiles). We tried another place for a couple of weeks before this, and honestly, this is on a whole different level. The teaching style, attention to detail, and the way they connect with everyone on the mats is something special. Highly recommend without any doubt!"

"Both of my kids take classes here and they love it. The instructor is great and makes sure all of the kids are participating while being both fun and instructive. My kids look forward to coming to every session. There’s also a family session on Saturdays where we take the class with them and we have found it to be a fun bonding experience for the family. We will definitely keep coming back!"

"I have been to other martial arts schools, and I have to say this is the best experience yet. Our five-year-old son is autistic, and the instructor has been so patient and supportive. He incorporates games and fun challenges to keep our son engaged while still teaching him important skills. To have a world champion teaching my son with so much enthusiasm and compassion is truly a gift. This a school that develops more than BJJ skills. Kids will develop strong character and respect, because the staff truly lead by example. If you’re looking for a fantastic jiu jitsu academy, then look no further than Brazilian Black Belt!"