GB New Lenox

About GB New Lenox

At GB New Lenox, we train Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for everyone — whether you've never tied on a gi or you're prepping for your next tournament. Our classes follow the GB curriculum, which means there's a clear structure to your development: you're not just rolling and hoping things stick. Fundamentals classes give newer students time to build real technique before jumping into live training, while our advanced and competition programs push experienced grapplers to sharpen what they know under pressure.

We work with kids, adults, and families — and we see people come in for all kinds of reasons. Some are here to get in shape and learn self-defense. Some caught a UFC card and want to know what the ground game actually feels like. Others are chasing belts and competition results. Our coaches meet you where you are and expect you to grow from there. The mat culture here is tough but welcoming — people help each other get better, and that standard comes from the top down.

New Lenox is a close-knit area, and that shows up on the mats. You'll see familiar faces, training partners who push you, and instructors who actually know your name and track your progress. If you show up consistently, you will get better — that's not a promise we make lightly. Gracie Barra has a proven system, and we've built something here in New Lenox that takes that seriously.