Chicago School of Grappling teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and wrestling near UIC Pavilion.

Chicago School of Grappling is a martial arts academy located near the UIC Pavilion, accessible from the Racine 294 exit and the Racine Blue Line stop, and close to neighborhoods such as Pilsen, Little Village, the Medical District, Downtown, Greek Town, South Loop, and West Loop. The school emphasizes a simple philosophy of perseverance plus hard work leading to improvement, and aims to provide exceptional instruction so students can learn new skills and refine existing ones. It offers classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, and wrestling or takedowns, allowing participants to learn self-defense and improve fitness in one location. The gym provides a map of free parking areas marked by blue markers and has a limited number of parking passes available. Newcomers can try a free seven-day offer mentioned on the website. Testimonials highlight a welcoming atmosphere, a strong sense of community, and transformative experiences for both beginners and experienced practitioners. The school has been featured on a list of top martial arts schools in Chicago.