Hoffman Estates BJJ, Gi and No-Gi
Hoffman Estates stretches from the older neighborhoods around Golf Rd and Roselle Rd out to Prairie Stone and NOW Arena, where the Windy City Bulls play. In between are the Hoffman Estates Park District’s fields and pools, the Seascape Family Aquatic Center on Moon Lake Blvd, and the trails of Paul Douglas Preserve.
Brazil 021 brings Arlington Heights BJJ within easy reach of all of it, taught by world champion black belts. I-90 and IL-53 do most of the work, so getting from Hoffman Estates to the mat is mostly expressway. Compare our jiu-jitsu classes to find the right fit for you or your child.
And if weeknights are packed with work and kids activities, Saturday mornings are open for training.
Driving to Class From Hoffman Estates
From Prairie Stone and the south side of town, take I-90 east to IL-53 north and exit at Euclid Ave. Salt Creek Ln runs between Euclid Ave and Rohlwing Rd, just east of the expressway, and the academy is at 3350 West Salt Creek Ln #117.
From north Hoffman Estates, take Algonquin Rd (IL-62) east to IL-53 north, then exit at Euclid Ave.
Hoffman Estates Jiu-Jitsu for Kids and Adults
No-gi jiu-jitsu is trained in a rash guard and shorts. Without collars and sleeves to grab, it is faster and more athletic, and it carries over well for wrestlers and anyone who wants practical self-defense. Gi training slows things down and teaches control. Our adult schedule has both, and new adults usually start in Fundamentals.
For kids, classes build focus, respect and the confidence to deal with a bully calmly. Coaches keep every class structured, with a warm-up, a short lesson and partner drills, so kids learn to listen as much as they learn to grapple. Kids Class 2 trains gi on weekdays and no-gi on Saturday, so kids 7 to 11 learn both styles.
No-gi moves quickly and teaches body control, balance and how to fall safely, which helps in every other sport a child plays.
- Kids Class 2, All Levels (ages 7–11): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri 5:15–6:15 PM; Sat 10:30–11:30 AM (No-Gi)
- Adults Fundamentals (Gi): Mon & Wed 6:30–7:30 PM
- Adults All Levels (Gi): Tue 6:30–7:30 PM
- Adults Advanced No-Gi: Thu 6:30–7:30 PM; Sat 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
- Kids Class 1, Beginners (ages 3–6): Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri 4:15–5:00 PM
Why Saturday Is the Best Day to Start
Saturday at Brazil 021 is no-gi from start to finish. Kids Class 2 trains from 10:30 to 11:30 AM, then the adults take the mat for Advanced No-Gi from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. That means one trip for a family: the kids train, a parent watches or gets ready, and the adult class follows. No school day to rush through, no traffic after work.
Gi and no-gi feed each other. The gi teaches patience, grips and tight control, and no-gi teaches speed and scrambles. Weekday gi classes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday pair naturally with Thursday and Saturday no-gi, and people working at Prairie Stone can take I-90 east right after work for a 6:30 PM class.
If you are brand new, come watch a Saturday and then start in Fundamentals during the week. Brazil 021 Arlington Heights holds a 4.9-star rating from 32 Google reviews. Book your free first class.
From our blog: No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu for MMA: Why It's Essential.
