6 jiu jitsu gyms are training students in Waukegan right now, ranked by the JJA Score — our blend of real Google reviews, class offerings, competition pedigree, and trust (currently averaging 4.9/5 across 365 ratings). The Top 5 are this year's award winners; every other gym is ranked right below. Compare pricing, schedules, gi and no-gi, kids and adult classes, and book a free trial.
Looking for kids BJJ classes in Waukegan? 6 Waukegan gyms run a youth jiu-jitsu program, 5 with a little-kids (ages 3-6) track and 5 with a dedicated teens class. Most offer a free trial so your child can try a class first.
Most Waukegan gyms don't post kids pricing publicly. Youth BJJ typically runs $100-$180/mo. Nearly all offer a free trial.
5 Waukegan gyms take kids as young as 3-4 in a little-kids program. Most Waukegan academies start structured kids classes around age 5-6 and split by age and size from there.
Want women's BJJ classes in Waukegan? 4 Waukegan gyms offer a women's jiu-jitsu program or women's-focused training. A free trial is the fastest way to find a room that fits.
4 Waukegan gyms list a women's program. Some are women's-only sessions, others are women's-focused within the regular schedule. Call ahead to confirm the format and times.
Waukegan has 6 jiu jitsu gyms operating right now, 5 of which our team has verified directly. Their average Google rating is 4.9/5, pulled from 365 total ratings across 6 reviewed academies. 2 gyms run a public open mat; 4 are members-only. Most reviewed: Lake County Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (123 Google reviews).
Every gym gets one JJA Score from 0 to 100, a weighted blend of five factors. A gym needs at least 40 Google reviews to be eligible for the annual Top 10, and missing data never counts against a gym. We re-rank monthly.
By the JJA Score, Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense in Deerfield ranks #1 in Waukegan for 2026 (4.9 stars across 64 reviews). The score blends rating, review volume, class robustness, competition, and trust — rewarding complete gyms, not just high stars.
Most Waukegan BJJ gyms don't publish pricing. Industry standard runs $150-$250 a month for unlimited training, $20-$40 for drop-ins. Free trial classes are common. Book one before you sign up.
6 gyms listed. 5 are verified by our team.
Yes. Most Waukegan BJJ gyms welcome beginners even without a dedicated fundamentals track. Look for "intro" or "all levels" on the schedule. Use the free trial to test the room before signing up.
Most Waukegan BJJ gyms have female training partners on the regular schedule, even without a women's-only class. Many welcome new women students with a free trial. Ask the gym about their typical mix before deciding.
Yes. Most Waukegan BJJ academies run kids' programs starting around age 4-5. Look for classes split by age bracket (4-7, 8-12, 13+) and a dedicated kids' coach.
4.9 out of 5, based on 6 rated academies.