Adult Jiu Jitsu / Wrestling at Victory MMA Academy is our dedicated Grappling program, built to teach you how to defend yourself and control situations on the ground. While our kickboxing classes focus on standing self-defense, grappling shows you what to do when things close in, go to the clinch, or end up on the ground. In this program, you’ll train submissions, sweeps, takedowns, and transitions using a blend of Wrestling, Judo, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Whether your goal is MMA, submission grappling, or practical self-defense, this is where you build the ground game that makes everything else work. If you’re looking for Jiu Jitsu in Chicago, Illinois with a strong wrestling influence, you’ll feel right at home here.

Classes emphasize NoGi training, so you learn to grapple in a way that translates directly to MMA and real-world situations. You’ll practice how to take an opponent down, improve position, escape bad spots, and finish with high-percentage submissions. Wrestling fundamentals add pressure, balance, and takedown confidence. Judo elements sharpen your ability to off-balance and transition smoothly. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques bring the control, sweeps, and submission chains that define the art. Each class is structured around clear objectives, with drilling that builds technique first and live rounds that help you apply it safely.

Grappling is one of the fastest growing martial arts in the world for a reason: it challenges you physically and mentally in a way few workouts can match. You’ll build strength, endurance, mobility, and coordination while learning a new skill set every week. Just as important, you’ll gain real confidence from knowing how to defend yourself in a variety of situations. Many students join because they want a hobby that gets them in shape, breaks up a stale routine, and keeps their mind engaged. Others train to compete and push their limits. Either way, grappling changes how you move, think, and handle pressure.

You’ll be surrounded by like-minded people who are focused on becoming the best version of themselves. Training partners help you improve, challenge you in live rounds, and celebrate the small wins that stack up over time. Beginners are absolutely welcome — no experience needed, and no special equipment required. Our coaches guide you step by step, ensuring you learn safely and progress at a pace that fits your level.

If you want to build confidence, learn real self-defense on the ground, and train in the fastest growing martial art in the world, Adult Jiu Jitsu / Wrestling is for you. Come see what makes Victory MMA Academy a trusted place for Jiu Jitsu in Chicago, IL. Fill out our form or contact us today to schedule your first class and get started on the mats.