Movimento Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness in Chicago, Illinois

“Movimento is an amazing school, and Israel is a great professor. Learning from a world champion is an incredible experience. The community is welcoming, supportive, and full of great people. They offer a wide variety of classes, both gi and no-gi, and itu2019s a safe place for everyone to learn and grow. If youu2019re thinking about training, you should absolutely go visit and joinu2014it will be an amazing experience.”

— Armand C. · ★★★★★

“I began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Israel when I was just 7 years old. Israel took a remarkable chance on me, as this sport was part of my therapy for ADHD and anxiety disorder. To my surprise, I found myself deeply engaged in BJJ, despite my introverted nature. I am incredibly grateful to all the amazing instructors who dedicated their time to the childrenu2019s class, but especially to Israel for his genuine ”

— Ethan B. · ★★★★★ · 2024-8-28

“Moviemento BJJ & Fitness, along with the head instructor (Israel), is top-notch! If you are looking for world-class instruction in a beautiful and clean academy, look no further. Highly recommend!”

— Scott H. · ★★★★★

“My son is 11 years old and has been attending Movimento gym for 2 going on 3 years now. From the start we were welcomed and treated like family. My son has became stronger mentally and physically. He has learned and grown so much that it is beyond words to explain. The gym owner (Israel) is an amazing Professor and has hired amazing coaches (Jacky and Matt) to train the kid classes . We are 2 years in and are not pla”

— Roselyn O. · ★★★★★ · 2021-6-18

“The professor (Izzy) is a black belt, IBJJF champion. He competes frequently and is among the best in the world (he has an unpassable guard). On the mats, he is patient and coaches you to be at your best. Within the Movimento community, I havenu2019t met a single u201cbad appleu201d in the 2 years Iu2019ve trained here. The entire community is friendly, supportive, and all the higher belts are willing to spend time with you after cl”

— Pi Z. · ★★★★★ · 2024-8-28

“Movimento BJJ is a really fantastic school that offers some of the best BJJ training you can find in Chicago. Israel Reyes is a phenomenal jiu-jitsu competitor and an even better instructor: one of those people with a real gift for coaching, who can consistently get you to push yourself beyond what you thought were your limits. Thanks to this training, I have gone from borderline-overweight and struggling seriously w”

— Crystle K. · ★★★★★ · 2019-8-19

“The best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Muy Thai kickboxing gym in Chicago. Very friendly, great trainers (Izzy and Herc) and an awesome atmosphere. You will have to work hard! I have been going there for 2.5 years and I hope to keep going for a long time to come.”

— Josh K. · ★★★★★ · 2017-7-31

“Let me start off by saying Movimento is the best kept secret in Bucktown /Wicker Pk. Israel Reyes is an outstanding instructor. He guides you step by step through all the techniques. While training everyone has very good energy, helpful students, just all around a positive atmosphere. I highly recommend this Bjj academy.”

— Joe W. · ★★★★★