As an official Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Academy, we provide the absolute best Adult BJJ classes in Mount Prospect.
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“So fun it’s addicting!” Our amazing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program is offering classes here in Mount Prospect! Burn fat & build lean muscle, fast. Plus it’s so much fun!
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- 512 West Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
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Is This Program Right For Me?
Our Adult BJJ program in Mount Prospect is built for adults ages 18+ who are ready to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, practical self-defense, and grappling while improving their fitness. It is a strong fit for complete beginners, experienced students, adults who find regular gym workouts boring, and anyone looking for a physical and mental challenge. Training develops strength, cardio, mobility, endurance, confidence, and practical skills through structured gi and no-gi practice.
Powerful Self-Defense Keeps You Safe.
It’s not just a workout — it’s a life-saving skill. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones, even if an attacker is bigger and stronger than you.
For those looking to get started with structured training, our bjj classes are designed to help beginners build confidence from day one. Whether your goal is self-defense, fitness, or personal growth, these sessions provide a clear path forward.
People all over Mount Prospect turn to us for their self-defense training.
Amaze Yourself With What You Can Accomplish.
You can achieve so much more than you think. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, you will prove that to yourself. When you do, you’ll see that the sky is the limit. That’s what so many people in Mount Prospect are finding out!
Burn Fat. Build Lean Muscle. Fast.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will work your body in totally new ways. You’ll build muscles you never even knew you had.
That’s what makes our Mount Prospect Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program so powerful, you see RESULTS!
Get 2 Weeks of Life-Changing Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes in Mount Prospect... For Just $39.99!
"The instructor was able to make sure everyone was getting it. Also, liked that the class is beginner and advanced. Easiest way to get better is to learn from those better than you."
"Everyone on the team is great and Bill is a great coach."
"Threshold Martial Arts is a great place to learn how to defend yourself, get in shape, and meet good people."
"Professor Bill was super friendly and an excellent instructor. When he showed the technique he made sure everyone had it, then took the extra time to show it, making sure it was done right."
"This place rocks! Coach Bill runs a tight ship and expects the best from everyone."
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program
Our Adult BJJ classes in Mount Prospect are for students ages 18 and older. Threshold Martial Arts welcomes adults with different fitness and experience levels, including complete beginners who have never trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu before.
Threshold Martial Arts is open Monday from 6 AM-8 PM, Tuesday through Thursday from 10 AM-8 PM, Friday from 6 AM-8 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM-5 PM. We are closed Sunday. Adults interested in BJJ classes in Mount Prospect can call 847-257-2210 to confirm the current class time that best fits their schedule.
No previous experience is needed for our Adult BJJ classes in Mount Prospect. Classes are open to beginner through advanced students, with beginners learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals before applying techniques and movements during live training.
You do not need to be fit before starting Adult BJJ at Threshold Martial Arts in Mount Prospect. Adults begin at different fitness levels, and regular Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training works on cardio, strength, mobility, and endurance while you develop a practical skill.
For your first Adult BJJ class in Mount Prospect, wear comfortable clothes you can exercise in and bring a water bottle. Threshold Martial Arts uses the first visit to help beginners experience a real class and learn foundational movements before choosing a longer-term training path.
Adult BJJ classes in Mount Prospect combine a full-body workout with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques and practical self-defense, so you are learning while you exercise. Training develops cardio, strength, mobility, endurance, balance, and problem-solving instead of repeating the same gym routine.
You can try our Adult BJJ classes in Mount Prospect with two weeks of classes before deciding whether ongoing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training is right for you. The trial gives you time to train with our instructors, experience the academy environment, and see how BJJ fits your goals.
Our Adult BJJ program in Mount Prospect offers both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training. Gi training develops grip strength, patience, and control, while no-gi training places more emphasis on movement, speed, and scrambling.
Adult BJJ at Threshold Martial Arts is led by Professor Bill Shimuk, the head instructor and a 2nd degree BJJ Black Belt who is also an IHSA certified coach and CPR/AED certified. Chris Trella is also a BJJ Black Belt under the Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu team.
Our Adult BJJ classes are held at Threshold Martial Arts, 512 West Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect, IL 60056. We serve Mount Prospect and nearby communities including Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Glenview, Elk Grove, Buffalo Grove, Park Ridge, Prospect Heights, and Rolling Meadows.