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GB Evanston

GB Evanston

Affiliation: Gracie Barra
512 reviews
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About GB Evanston

At GB Evanston, we are passionate about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and dedicated to helping students of all experience levels discover the transformative power of this martial art. Located in Illinois, Illinois, our academy welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced grapplers.

Our experienced instructors bring years of dedicated training and a genuine love for the art to every class. We emphasize strong fundamentals, technical precision, and a supportive training culture where every student is encouraged to grow at their own pace.

We offer Adult programs designed to serve our diverse student body. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, competition, or simply the challenge of learning a complex martial art, GB Evanston has a class for you.

Come experience the GB Evanston community for yourself. Your first class is on us — we look forward to welcoming you to the mat.

Reviews

5
12 reviews
Michael Johns
2023-03-05

I have been attending this school since the opening in August 2022. It is a fantastic school, and a wonderful curriculum. Coach Chris who manages this location does a great job! The lead instructor is Professor Andre Olivera, a 4 stripe black belt and also a 3 stripe black belt in judo. I’ve learned so much from him on and off the mats! We have wonderful classes for kids as well as adults. The adult classes have people of all ages, from as young as 19 all the way up to 64. If you’re looking to start your journey in jujitsu, I highly recommend Gracie Barra Evanston.

Jonathan Fischer
2023-03-19

I am new to martial arts, and very happy with my experience at Gracie Barra Evanston. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is great for the body, mind and spirit. Professor Andre, Professor Marcello and Coach Chris are the three great leaders who will help guide you on your martial arts journey!

Sheral Howard
2023-01-06

Professor Andre is an amazing teacher and the coach is great this is an amazing thing to put your kids in they learn way more than just BJJ they learn what a team and family is and respect your kids aren't just graded on BJJ but also how they are at school and home

Luis Henriquez
2023-02-07

Really good jiu jitsu school, nice facility, great staff, coaches, and Professors. Really friendly training partners that want to help you learn and get better!

Heather O
2023-03-29

My 10 yr old son and I have been training here for a few months now and really enjoy it. The people that train here are fun and overall really good people.

Frequently Asked Questions

IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS?

Absolutely. We invite all prospective students to try their first class free at GB Evanston. It's the best way to experience our training environment, meet our coaches, and see if BJJ is right for you. No experience or equipment needed — comfortable athletic clothing is fine.

DO I NEED ANY EXPERIENCE TO START?

No experience necessary! GB Evanston welcomes complete beginners. Our instructors break down every technique step by step, and our community is known for being welcoming and patient with new students. Everyone starts as a white belt, and that's exactly where you should start too.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS?

For your first visit, comfortable athletic clothing works perfectly — a t-shirt and shorts or athletic pants. Once you commit to training regularly, you'll want to invest in a gi (kimono). Our coaches can recommend quality options at a range of price points.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TRAIN?

Most students at GB Evanston train 2 to 3 times per week and see consistent progress. Showing up regularly matters far more than training intensely once in a while. We offer multiple class times throughout the week so you can find a schedule that fits your life.

DO YOU OFFER CLASSES FOR KIDS?

We primarily serve adult students. Please contact us directly to ask about availability for younger students — we're happy to point you in the right direction.

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