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Rio Jiu Jitsu
Learn from the best Jiu Jitsu instructors in the Chicago area who are dedicated to providing a stable, friendly environment where you can excel in your personal goals and find a varied and supportive community. Whether your plan is to compete, lose weight, meet new like-minded people or increase your day-to-day life, we will help you get there faster than you ever thought possible while having fun doing it! The benefits of our Martial Arts programs are endless. From confidence and self-esteem to discipline and empowerment, whether you're enjoying our Kids Martial Arts and Jiu Jitsu classes or our Adult programs, you'll start seeing improvement in mind, body, and spirit in only a few short classes. GET STARTED TODAY by clicking the button above!
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I have know and trained with Pete for a long time. I give my recommendation to anyone at any level to have Pete as an instructor.
BJ Penn | UFC Lightweight Champion | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt
Pete has incredible fundamentals and razor sharp technique, a true Gracie Black Belt.
Eddie Bravo | UFC Commentator | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt
Whether competing at the highest levels or training on the mats in Brazil, Pete the Greek shows a genuine passion for BJJ and is a great practitioner and instructor because of that.
Kenny Florian | UFC Fighter | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt
Pete the Greek made us feel at home and showed my wife and I some great wristlocks. Will our place to go when chi-town. #wristlocktheworld
Brandon H.
Pete "The Greek" and the students at Rio Jiu Jitsu have made a big difference in my life for the last 7 years. It took time, persistence and Pete "The Greek". He recent built an amazing new gym with one of the biggest mat space in the Midwest. The atmosphere is friendly, constructive and he is very careful about who he allows to be a student at Rio.
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The instructors here are eager to teach whatever your skill level may be and they will give you an amazing workout. Pete the Greek is extremely knowledgable. This is the best place around for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Andrew C.
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BJ Penn | UFC Lightweight Champion | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt
I have know and trained with Pete for a long time. I give my recommendation to anyone at any level to have Pete as an instructor.
Eddie Bravo | UFC Commentator | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt
Pete has incredible fundamentals and razor sharp technique, a true Gracie Black Belt.
Kenny Florian | UFC Fighter | Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt
Whether competing at the highest levels or training on the mats in Brazil, Pete the Greek shows a genuine passion for BJJ and is a great practitioner and instructor because of that.