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Deep Water Jiu Jitsu

Mchenry, Illinois

Google: 5.0 (31 reviews)

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About Deep Water Jiu Jitsu

Welcome to our woman-owned jiu-jitsu gym! We offer a safe and welcoming environment for everyone including kids and women of all ages and skill levels to learn and practice the art of Jiu-Jitsu. Our dedicated team provides top-notch training and personalized attention to help you achieve your fitness and self-defense goals.

We believe that jiu-jitsu is not just a sport, but a way of life that can transform both your physical and mental well-being. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a beginner looking to try something new, we have a program that can meet your needs.

Come join our community and experience the benefits of jiu-jitsu for yourself. Contact us today to schedule your first class!

Pricing & Trials

Unlimited training pass: $125/mo (kids or adults). Tots Class (ages 4-6): $85/mo (monthly once per week on Tuesdays from 4:15-5pm). Private Lessons: call for rates. Friends sign up special: $75/each per month for the first three months if both stay enrolled.

Opening hours

SundayClosed
Monday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Thursday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
FridayClosed
Saturday9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Programs & Highlights

Programs & Classes

Tots Class (kids 3 1/2 to 6 years)
Jiu Jitsu (gi and no-gi)
Martial arts school

Membership Options

Unlimited training pass
Tots Class (ages 4-6)
Private Lessons

Instructors & Team

Coach Chris Elias
Coach Liz Maxwell

Belt Ranks

Brown Belt (Coach Chris Elias)
Black Belt (Coach Liz Maxwell)

Instructors

Instructor Spotlight

Coach Chris Elias, a Brown Belt, and Coach Liz Maxwell, a Black Belt, lead the instruction at Deep Water Jiu Jitsu. You’ll learn from coaches who can guide both gi and no-gi training while also supporting the Tots Class for kids ages 3 1/2 to 6. That mix gives new students a clear entry point and returning practitioners a steady place to sharpen fundamentals.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What BJJ classes does Deep Water Jiu Jitsu offer?

Deep Water Jiu Jitsu offers Jiu Jitsu in gi and no-gi formats, plus a Tots Class for kids ages 3 1/2 to 6. The academy also operates as a martial arts school at 2034 N Richmond Rd in McHenry, IL. Students can train in a setting built for both adults and young beginners.

Is Deep Water Jiu Jitsu good for beginners?

Yes, the academy fits beginners through its structured Jiu Jitsu program and the Tots Class for young children. Coach Chris Elias and Coach Liz Maxwell provide instruction at the McHenry location, giving new students a clear place to start training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Where is Deep Water Jiu Jitsu in McHenry, IL?

Deep Water Jiu Jitsu is located at 2034 N Richmond Rd in McHenry, IL. The academy’s website is https://deepwaterjj.com/, which makes it easy to explore its Jiu Jitsu and martial arts school programs before visiting the gym.

Does Deep Water Jiu Jitsu teach kids' BJJ?

Absolutely, the academy offers a Tots Class for kids ages 3 1/2 to 6. That program gives young students an early introduction to movement, listening, and mat skills inside a martial arts school setting in McHenry, IL.

Who teaches at Deep Water Jiu Jitsu?

Coach Chris Elias and Coach Liz Maxwell teach at Deep Water Jiu Jitsu. Chris Elias is a Brown Belt, and Liz Maxwell is a Black Belt, giving students access to instruction from two experienced coaches in the McHenry academy’s gi and no-gi programs.

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