2026-02-06T23:02:34.885Z

2025-12-10T16:21:14.261Z

Great culture and training partners. Love this place!

2025-11-27T19:42:36.041Z

Best value for a gym I’ve trained at. All of the instructors and members are fantastic. Highly recommend this gym for anyone in the area.

2025-10-03T14:39:27.588Z

Stephen is an absolute amazing coach and gym owner. I will always recommend him and his gym. Couldn’t be a better place to train in Springfield.If you’re interested in training jiujitsu, kickboxing, learn self defense or get in shape. This is the best place to be.

2025-10-03T14:39:27.588Z

Stephen is an absolute amazing coach and gym owner. I will always recommend him and his gym. Couldn’t be a better place to train in Springfield.If you’re interested in training jiujitsu, kickboxing, learn self defense or get in shape. This is the best place to be.

2025-09-25T10:04:28.535Z

Love the seminar was a great place

2025-09-23T02:07:28.103Z

Came here for a jiu jitsu seminar. Great place to learn, very spacy with plenty of tools to take your fitness and martial arts 🥋💪🏿 game to the next level.

2024-11-14T22:51:20.413Z

American Jiu-Jitsu is hands down one of the friendliest and most welcoming gyms I’ve visited on my travels across the country. From the moment you walk in, you feel like part of the family, no matter your experience level. The owner/ instructor (Stephen) brings incredible skill and a wealth of knowledge, having trained with some of the top grapplers and coaches in the jiu-jitsu world. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned practitioner, there’s so much to learn and gain here. If you’re looking for the best gym to challenge yourself and feel supported every step of the way, this is it!

2024-08-30T08:28:23.547Z

I was travelling through the area and came here for a one off session, the coach and everyone else at the gym couldn't have been more welcoming. Great rounds, great atmosphere.

2024-08-16T01:43:09.435Z

I have trained here twice while in town visiting family and I always look forward to it. The instruction is top notch and always a great and encouraging training environment no matter how far along you are in Jiu Jitsu!

2024-06-27T22:28:57.671Z

2024-06-10T23:01:23.988Z

I trained here for about a month and a half while I was in the area for work. A great no gi gym! Steve is very knowledgeable, nice professional, and one of the best instructors I’ve ever had! He tailor’s the training to everyone at their pace and skill level. I’ll definitely be back if I’m ever in the area for work again. A welcoming gym to experienced enthusiasts and beginners. There’s no douchey meatheads in there trying to hurt anyone. It’s a truly great well rounded gym to train at.

2024-03-19T19:35:01.895Z

2024-03-13T15:30:01.069Z

Stephen is an extremely knowledgeable teacher and great human being. My daughter cross trains with the team and is always welcome. We visit him regularly for no-gi competition prep. He is a must visit in the Springfield, IL area.

2024-03-07T15:25:56.467Z

2023-11-21T18:03:43.876Z

This gym has a very welcoming and supportive environment, as well as great coaching for both jiu jitsu and kickboxing. All coaches are life long martial artists and experts in their field. I have trained here for about 6 months now, and I can truly say no one understands the leglock game like Stephen.I have learned a ton here and the training is top-level, with training partners of all skill and size ranges. If you're traveling, it's also a great place to pop in and train! I encourage anyone to come train with us and learn to defend yourself!

2023-11-15T21:35:44.338Z

Excellent culture and environment for any skill level. Great group of people who are always looking to help improve your game. I always try to stop in when I’m in town.

2023-10-17T02:42:15.422Z

Absolutely amazing Gym, like a family away from home. I train and compete regularly and they accepted me and worked concepts with me all night. welcoming for anyone from beginner to advanced. please come check them out if you are looking for somewhere to go. Don’t waste time looking elsewhere.

2023-10-09T18:14:02.489Z

Can't say enough great things about this gym. The instructors are positive and incredibly knowledgeable. The other students are a fantastic group, excited to learn and enthusiastic to share what they've learned with their juniors.This is a solid space to become educated in kickboxing & jujitsu, to get a killer workout, and most importantly, to have a ton of fun.

2023-09-17T23:11:01.087Z

I was visiting the area from out of town and Coach Stephen was more than welcoming. Great coaching and very friendly atmosphere. I will 100% be coming back when I’m in Springfield.

2023-08-03T02:17:28.759Z

I dropped in for a couple of classes on a work trip. Awesome culture, instruction, and tough grapplers. Recommend checking it out if you’re in the area

2023-07-24T02:45:45.764Z

Just the best place to train in Springfield

2023-07-23T23:42:20.350Z

Awesome place with awesome people!

2023-02-08T08:09:16.525Z

American Jujitsu is without a doubt one of the best gyms in the area. I drive 2 hours round trip to train with Coach Stephen and it has been beyond worth the effort. Stephen brings to his students some of the highest quality instruction in the state. American Jujitsu is a safe place for beginners, as well as a place for some solid advanced training. All members are courteous, respectful, and helpful when it comes to training, drilling, rolling, and everything in between. Stop by and try our classes out for a week, you won't be disappointed.

2023-01-16T03:26:31.518Z

Great room, very welcoming.

2022-11-15T19:17:03.578Z

2022-09-24T17:32:34.635Z

Phenomenal training. Phenomenal atmosphere. Nothing better.

2022-09-22T21:29:08.118Z

Okay , where do I start . I’ve been training with Coach Steve and Coach Austin for over 4 years now . This is a powerfully positive location that has not only changed my life but saved it many awesome ways. I’m humbled to be a part of this energy and I have 0 regrets . The technical skills and classes taught are of the highest caliber within the grappling community . Practitioners are encouraged to come as it is a very welcoming environment. I wish I could go everyday . Thnx AJJ for having to place to train and thrive !

2022-08-25T05:53:10.560Z

vary good

2022-08-24T21:33:10.251Z

Excellent place! The atmosphere is awesome! Stephen (the instructor) is extremely knowledgeable. Memberships are extremely affordable as well!