Rx Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
Come try authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in downtown Forest Park, IL. Discover a welcoming community focused on improving your fitness and teaching real-world self-defense. Looking forward to you joining the team!
More than a school, we are looking to build a community
We believe martial arts is a journey of continuous development that can cultivate confidence, resilience, and good healthy habits.
Kids and Teens classes
Teaching fundamental grappling movements, safe positioning, respect, and discipline through Jiu Jitsu in a fun, structured, and safe environment.
Beginner - Adult Class
Focuses on fundamental grappling movements, safe positioning, and basic self-defense.
Adult classes - Advanced
Focuses on developing technique, layering offensive, defensive sequences, sparring, and competition training
Professor Rafael Rodrigues
Rx BJJ Co-founder & Head Instructor
3-stripe Black Belt under Master Leonardo Vieira of Checkmat
Rafael Rodrigues was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey at the age of 17. With 26 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 13 years as a black belt, Rafael has dedicated his life to training, competing, teaching, and helping others develop through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Rafael received his black belt from Master Leonardo Vieira of Checkmat and has continued competing at a high level throughout his career.
After moving to Chicago with his family, Rafael continued his competitive journey and became a six-time IBJJF Chicago Open Champion, establishing himself as a top competitor and a respected figure in his division in the Chicago area.
Throughout his career as an instructor, Rafael has helped develop athletes who went on to become Brazilian, South American, and World Champions. His experience goes beyond competition, with a strong focus on helping students improve technically while developing confidence, discipline, and personal growth.
Today, Rafael begins a new chapter as the Head Coach of Rx BJJ Academy. His goal is to create an environment where students of all ages and experience levels can learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
Whether training Jiu-Jitsu for fitness, self-defense, personal development, or competition, Rafael is committed to providing the knowledge, experience, and guidance necessary to help every student progress both on and off the mats.
Professor Joe Wong
Rx BJJ Co-founder & Instructor
1-stripe Black Belt under Professor Israel Reyes of Movimento BJJ
Born and raised in Chicago, Joe began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey in 2011 after years of martial arts training in Wing Chun kung fu, Muay Thai kickboxing, and Jeet Kun Do. Working full-time in the healthcare industry, he is focused on improving the health of others and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Joe has a passion for teaching, training, competing, and helping others reach their goals. With a sincere belief that Jiu Jitsu can be beneficial for everyone, he is excited to share his knowledge at Rx BJJ Academy.
Monthly pricing with no contracts
Unlimited Kids Classes - $145/month
Unlimited Adults Classes - $175/month
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