Chicago MMA, Chicago

The two top styles that redefined martial arts, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Sityodtong Muay Thai, have joined forces at Chicago Mixed Martial Arts. For nearly 100 years, the Gracie family has developed a grappling-based fighting system that enables a person of average size and strength to defeat a much larger, much stronger opponent. Sityodtong Muay Thai kickboxing was founded in 1959 and continues to produce the most world champions in the history of the sport. To develop more complete martial artists with skills in grappling and striking, Chicago MMA now offers classes in both arts. Perfect for beginners looking for a new challenge while learning combat sports taught by experienced, highly-skilled trainers.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A martial art that focuses on grappling to establish dominant control of an opponent and the use of submission holds to force an opponent to tap out. The underlying principles and techniques of BJJ allow a person, regardless of size, to control and finish a much larger opponent through the use of technique and timing.

Muay Thai Kickboxing: Also known as The Art of the Eight Limbs it is widely regarded as the most effective striking art in the world. Incorporating techniques utilizing the hands, elbows, knees, and legs (hence eight limbs) in various combinations and from various angles, all designed to defeat an opponent.