BJJ Near East Village, Right Across Western
Brazil 021 Chicago is on the second floor of 2643 W Chicago Ave, just west of Western Ave. If you live in East Village, that is the edge of your own neighborhood, which makes it easy to keep a training habit going through busy weeks and Chicago winters. Brazil 021 is a jiu-jitsu school in Chicago led by world champion black belts.
We teach Brazilian jiu-jitsu for hobbyists, families and competitors, with black belt coaches who keep classes fun, safe and focused on real technique.
Because the academy is so close, East Village students often drop in on short notice. Grab your gear after work, head west on Chicago Ave and you are on the mat for the evening beginner class.
Getting to Our BJJ Gym From East Village
Head west along Chicago Ave on foot, by bike, or on the #66 Chicago Ave bus and cross Western Ave. The #49 Western Ave bus also stops at Chicago Ave if you are coming from the north or south end of the neighborhood.
If you drive, look for street parking on Chicago Ave and the side streets.
BJJ East Village Chicago Classes for Adults and Kids
Adults start in Fundamentals and can add No-Gi, All Levels and advanced classes as they grow. Kids classes run on weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings, so they fit around school and weekend plans.
Kids classes are built around discipline and confidence. Younger kids learn through games and movement, while older kids work on real positions, escapes and controlled sparring with partners their own size.
- Adults Beginners (Gi): Mon & Wed evenings, Tue & Thu mornings
- Kids Class 1 (ages 3–6) and Kids Class 2 (ages 7–12)
- Law Enforcement / First Responders: Saturday 1:00 PM
- Private lessons by appointment
Coming Soon for Neighborhood Families
We are building a Kids After-School Program with school pickup from schools near the academy by professional drivers, homework time and then real BJJ training, with parents picking up at the gym. Spots will be limited, and families on the interest list hear first.
We are also planning a 6-week Women’s BJJ & Self-Defense program coached by Hannette Staack. Join the interest list for either one, or start with a free class today.
